Armoured Cable Junction Box

The national electrical code prohibits use of bx technically named armored cable ac in wet locations.

Armoured cable junction box.

Our range includes overground and underground armoured cable junction boxes resin joint kits gland packs cable cleats earth nuts warning tape cable clips and much more. Waterproof junction box mimoo ip66 waterproof cable connector with 2 cable pg9 gland plastic weatherproof junction box for 4 8 mm diameter cable pack of 2 black 4 5 out of 5 stars 603 10 99 10. Step 1 prepare junction box. Use metal clad mc with a metal sheath specifically listed as impervious to water or underground feeder branch circuit cable uf either by itself or in a conduit system approved for use in wet locations if you desire additional.

When installing armored cable you should place support straps every 24 inches or so to ensure that the weight of the cable is completely supported. Use a screwdriver to punch out one of the knockout tabs on the junction box where the armored cable will be installed. Long runs of armored cable can be quite heavy and cause stress on the connector between the cable and the junction box if not supported. All of the products within the range benefit from being quick and easy to install whist being easy to maintain once wired.

Using your fingers worked the knockout tab back and forth until it simply snaps off from the junction box. Junction boxes are an essential piece of kit as they protect and insulate electrical connections whether commercially or in a domestic environment. Insert the screw driver in the crevice and then use it to pry open the knockout tab.