Device Box used as Junction Box

BigJimmy

As long as the requirements of 314.16 are followed, is there any reason why a device box cannot be used as a junction box (with no devices contained therein)? I have a location where I'd like to install a junction box however I do not have enough vertical space between the basement ceiling and some conduits running about 3 inches below. I have some left over 4x2x2 switch boxes any of which would fit perfectly in this space if horizontally-mounted.

I did have to whack out a portion of the ceiling to fish some thinwall up through the floor and I could install a 1900 box protruding slightly into the ceiling. But, if I get around to patching the hole, this box would then be partially buried in the ceiling which I would assume is a no-no.

TTFN,
Jimmy

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220/221

Put all the Jboxes you want.

Just don't bury them

BigJimmy

So, the fact that this is really a device box is not an issue? OK for use as a junction box only?

Thanks!
Jimmy

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jbfan

Just make sure you put a cover on it!

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heavyduty

and watch you conducter fill in a the box,

BigJimmy

That was my reference to 314.16 and I'm all over it! This is simply a place to splice off another recept for a different part of a room but all said, yes, I'm paying attention to conductor count. Thanks!

No problem, I always do!

One question: Do they make flat covers for these boxes, like those available for 1900's and 4-11's? The ones that I've always seen have bevelled edges that usu. hang over the sides of the box and are substantially thinner than the gauge of the metal comprising the box.

Thanks guys,
Jimmy

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