Larry Jaques wrote:
On Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:47:55 -0400,
wrote:

Larry Jaques wrote:
On Mon, 22 Aug 2011 04:17:46 -0400,
wrote:

Larry Jaques wrote:

Ceiling box surface mounted with fmt to in-wall box might be my
choice. Romex in wall, stapled to stud. http://goo.gl/UYFER


You would be using all of the fixtures as "electrical boxes", correct?

So, if I understand your design correctly, I wouldn't need any more
boxes other than the "switchbox".

Correctamundo. There are usually lots of knockouts in fluor fixture
bases for connecting EMT fittings. Use those for runs for all three
switches. Check the NEC for congestion. I think 3 pairs will be OK in
1/2" EMT with a single larger ground, but check.

Yes, there are *lots* of knockouts on the fixture bases. I need to
check the "wire space" of the fixture bases and of other pertinent
specifications. If the fixture bases aren't large enough that will
create mucho extra work.

I've never seen a fluor box which didn't have ample space for wiring.
Mine are for T-12s, so there's room for about 150 extra 14ga THHNs in
each.

Even in the little T-5 HO boxes, there's probably enough room for a
dozen extra wires. The further addition of half a dozen extra
wirenuts is doubtful, though.

I was thinking in terms of the "wire space" of the box (as in how many
wires can be in there, not how much wire can I pack in there). As you
know, most/all electrical boxes have their cubic inches written inside.
I'll have to get out my chart to do the calculation.