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#78086 08/14/01 10:43 PM
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Man, I've been drilling 1-1/4" holes and putting UF/WP connectors through the wall...

Sort of wondered if it should actually be UF cable too ...I've used UF in the city (just so my perfect record of passing inspections remains untarnished, in case it get argued against me...)

I've also seen holes drilled into the backs of WP boxes to mount rather than the flimsy ears that come with the boxes (and eventually strip out... ) With silicone liberally applied to the screw hole, would this be a kosher practice ?


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Enough silicone might hold the box without the screws.

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I've also seen holes drilled into the backs of WP boxes to mount rather than the flimsy ears that come with the boxes (and eventually strip out... ) With silicone liberally applied to the screw hole, would this be a kosher practice ?

Virgil, I do this all the time! I also use a lot of higher-grade silicon. I'm sure it constitutes a listing violation, but the practical application for the surface box's longevity outwieghs this in my mind.


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A valid concern Bill.
If i were to introduce 2/3 ser into a panel via backwards connector i suppose that wire bending space enters the pix?

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