On 5 Mar 2006 09:38:55 -0800, "Dr.John" wrote:

I'm adding a room in a basement and running a couple of new circuits.
Since the electrical boxes are a trivial expense compared to everything
else, I have purchased the largest capacity boxes to use for all my
outlet and switch connections, rather than buying smaller capacity
boxes where I have only a couple of connections to save a dime.

I have assumed it is against code to have a box that is too small, but
fine to have one that is larger than required. Is this in fact the
case?

I have never had an inspector balk at a box to large; too small, yes, but never
too large. Personally, I have always preferred the deeper boxes. I don't like,
however, using square J boxes with mud rings. They are too much trouble when
applying the wall skin, be it drywall or paneling.
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Even if you are the on right track, you will get run over if you just sit there.
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Bill Waller
New Eagle, PA