Outlet,device, Pull And Junction Box

Question 1

The size and shape of a electrical boxes are dependent on what factors

Answer 1

• Application
• Raceway size
• Number of conductors entering the box
• Type of building construction
• Weather conditions of the area
• Other special requirements

Question 2

provides the rules for sizes and shapes of electrical boxes.

Answer 2

NEC Section 314

Question 3

Before you can plan and route conductors to their termination points, as well as pick and install the right types and sizes of boxes, you must know the following information:

Answer 3

• Purpose of the box
• Size of the conductors
• Number of the conductors
• Location of the box
• Conductor ampacity
• Allowances for voltage drops

Question 4

Three categories of Boxes

Answer 4

• Pressed steel boxes with knockouts of different sizes for surface metal raceways or with conduit, electric metallic tubing, and cable entrances
• Cast iron, aluminum, or brass boxes with threaded hubs of different sizes and locations for raceway entrances
• Nonmetallic boxes

Question 5

types of electrical boxes

Answer 5

Ceiling Fan Box
Conduit Body
Custom Assembly
Floor Box
Handhole Enclosure
Hazardous
Location Box
Junction Box
Plastic Electrical
Outlet Box
Weatherproof
Outlet Box