Questions and Answers for Carlon 1-Gang 14 cu. in. PVC Old Work Electrical Switch and Outlet Box

A:  This is a work box for electrical connections, it can be used for any electric or electronic wiring that does not require a metal box. Mike

A:  Yes.  But there are other options depending on what you are putting in.

A:  This is used for cutting a hole in the drywall and inserting it so it is flush with the wall. Wire to power your TV is run up inside the wall from an outlet already there. Other video cable, like HDMI could also be run through it. The fact that your friend is asking means they should probably not attempt this kind of electrical work, but hire a pro.

A:  Yes, any 120 volt electrical circuit not requiring a metal box with ground. Mike

A:  Yes certainly. I’ve used many for tv antenna, cable tv, stereo outputs. 

A:  I’m picturing the hole is cut top to bottom too long and that’s why the taps are not holding as they should.  If that’s the case then I would remove the box and back the screws out as far as you can before the tabs fall off.  Place a shim/piece of metal/thin wood inside the hole at the top or bottom that will extend beyond the hole in both directions to help close that size of the hole and then put your box back in and tighten the screws.  You’ll need an oversized wall plate to cover the hole you cut.

A:  I've had this issue happen to me in the past. YouTube is a fantastic tool. Do a search for "how to repair an overcut electrical box (drywall)" You'll get all kinds of videos of how to fix this issue. Example link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ygqv8_dR6q4

A:  About 3/4" using the screws it comes with. But I've not tried adding longer screws to see if it'll secure as well.

A:  As far as I know it is only available as a stud attached in five gang .

A:  Hello, Thomas. Thank you for your recent inquiry with The Home Depot about the Carlon 14 cu. in. PVC Old Work Electrical Outlet Box (1-Gang ). Unfortunately, we do not, currently, carry any 5-gang outlet boxes in stock. However, we may offer alternate models that would suit your needs. For any other questions, please call HomeDepot.com Customer Service at 800-430-3376. Thank you for shopping Home Depot.

A:  if i understand what your question, depending on the thickness you could use this. worst case would be that you would have to replace the screws with longer ones so that they will be able to wrap around the back side of the drywall and or plywood.

A:  I think that what you, actually, are seeking is a box extension or "mud ring." Refer to these products at H.D. https://www.homedepot.com/p/ReceptXtenders-1-2-in-1-Gang-Electrical-Receptacle-Box-Extension-Ring-00004/100159668 https://www.homedepot.com/p/Electrical-Box-Extender-BE1-2/202708650 https://www.homedepot.com/s/mud%2520ring?NCNI-5

A:  Sure can that is what it was designed for old work

A:  I wouldn't. If your end goal is to bring the existing box out even with the face of tge sheetrock, I would use the single box extenders. They come in 1/8, 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 ( and most likely even thicker) to acvomplish what you are looking for. You will most likely have to buy longer screws as well.

A:  Yes. This is for adding an additional plug or switch. It is for installing into drywall without a wall stud

A:  Yes this will work so long as it is a standard size outlet.

A:  Yes is will accommodate a 2 plug outlet.

A:  Cubic inches is the size: Depth x Width x Height. This is will accommodate an outlet.

A:  Yes Tim, it will work for a duplex outlet. The cubic inches are arrived at by multiplying the LxWxD. They let you know that because some codes require X amount of air space around whatever device you’re installing in the box. An example would be a duplex with GFI requires a bigger box.

A:  Yes it is good for a single outlet the 14 CU IN is box size where some cases the outlet might need to feed other (Loads) outlets which would mean (line) wires coming in and more (load) wires leaving out. Next time your in Home Depot pick up a 14, 18, 20 CU IN and see the difference between the 3 boxes. Thank you for shopping at Home Depot next time you go bring a friend with you. Have a nice day and again thanking you for dropping by.

A:  The answer is "yes". The box is described as being "1-gang". That means it's made for a single standard switch, or a single duplex ('two-plug') outlet. This is an "old-work" outlet box, meaning it's intended to mount directly into a hole cut into the existing drywall. Two little "wings" (like the one shown sticking up from the top of the box) pivot out as the mounting screws are turned. As the screws are tightened, the wings pull into the back of the drywall, securing the box in place.

A:  14 cubic inch's is the volume of the box:: You will need to calculate the wires including the outlet, this is per electrical code to see if you are within the guidelines.; Too many wires jammed into box can create to much heat. Formula Count as... 1 – for each hot wire and neutral wire entering the box 1 – for all the ground wires combined 1 – for all the cable clamps combined 2 – for each device (switch or outlet?but not light fixtures) Multiply the total by 2.00 for 14-gauge wire and by 2.25 for 12-gauge wire to get the minimum box size required in cubic inches. (example) ---> 12/2 wire end of the run, nothing continuing on. 12/2 with ground connected to the outlet---> 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 = 5 x 2.25 = 11.25 cubic inch's is minimum needed. This box and screw holes will match up with a standard outlet.

A:  Yes. But given that this brand tends to have the retaining ears break off, choose another brand in the same size

A:  I assume yours is a 120 VAC duplex receptacle. Typically these go in a single gang box like this product. To be absolutely certain, you can access the manufacturer's data for your receptacle and check that a "standard" single gang box is adequate. There is likely to be an illustration or chart with required installation dimensions. The other issue with box capacity (i.e., 14 cubic inches interior volume) deals with electrical safety. Device boxes nominally are sized to accommodate the reasonably anticipated number and gauge of conductors and types of cables entering and exiting. (Note that your box has clamping mechanisms intended to retain NM-sheathed cable only.) So. if you are passing wiring through this location in addition to those conductors necessary to complete simple parallel wiring with, say, additional receptacles in a room, you'll want to access a reference such as National Electrical Code (NEC) Section 314, particularly 314.16, and check that the additional volume required by those conductors falls within the total 14 cubic inch capacity of your box. Note that the purpose of such guidance is to prevent an installation of distorted or damaged conductors unnecessarily crowded and forced into an enclosure because of a presumption that the box was intended to accommodate them. This box will install on wallboard up to 7/8 inch thick.

A:  B114R-UPC is a case of 25 of B114RB

A:  Yes, that is the Carlon product designation. See page 8 of the Product Brochure referenced in the H.D. item listing. If you are looking for a stronger box construction, one must upgrade to the manufacturer's Super Blue PVC box line. However, old work boxes in that line start at 18 cubic inches (BH118R). See page 13 of the Product Brochure. You'll find the H>D. item listing for the latter box at https://www.homedepot.com/p/Carlon-1-Gang-18-cu-in-Old-Work-PVC-Heavy-Wall-Electrical-Switch-and-Outlet-Box-BH118R/100154882.

A:  yes

A:  Unfortunately, they don't sell them The solution is to buy a new box (they're cheap) steal the arms, and toss the box.

A:  This box includes mounting brackets. The tabs move into place when you screw the screws in. Nothing additional is needed for mounting.

A:  they are less than 2 bucks apiece just buy a new box I always lose them and just buy extras when I buy extra boxes

A:  First let me say "Hello" , Mounting ears and swing arm clamp, I have never even thought about a name for those little plastic arms that swing up and apply pressure on the inter part of the wall holding the box in. Sorry to say you can't buy them separately but you can buy the box which is called and old work outlet box meaning that you need to add wires in a new location for on existing finished wall. They are pretty cheap especially for how easy they are to use and of course Home Depot sells 1 gang, 2 gang and I think 3 gang boxes that way you can invite some neighbors to the box. Just go to the HomeDepot.com website or even the store entering or asking for "Old Work Electrical Box". While your in Home Depot picking up your new box don't forget wire, wall plate and maybe even the proper sheet rock saw, Oh and thank you for shopping Home Depot for all your home and yard needs.

A:  I’m assuming that you had one of the ears snap off. It’s an all to common failure. The cheapest and quickest solution is to buy another Carlton old-work box in Home Depot and use those ears as your replacement. That will let you return the broken ear with the replacement box, rather than unwiring the old one and removing it. If you can, tap the replacement ear with a 6-32 tap and replace the self-tapping screw they supply (which is actually too big for the hole) with a long 6-23 screw Hope this helps. The long term solution is to use another brand.

A:  To my knowledge they do not have replacement parts.

A:  Not that I'm aware of. If the integrity of the box is compromised it should be replaced.

A:  Not unless you drill a hole to fit, but then it might not meet code. I'd use a metal box with knockouts to match the size of the conduit.

A:  I don't think this is designed to be used with conduit

A:  This box is designed with "push-through" apertures that grip NM cable. If you are running conductors in rigid, IMT or EMT conduit, Liquidtite, Liquatite, Flextite, Electri-Flex, Hydromaxx or similar (including Greenfield, armored or MC cable) you will need a different kind of enclosure or junction box compatible with those in which to make your terminations.

A:  No. There aren't any knockouts.

A:  No.