Hello Group, & TK! I was wondering if I can install a Range outlet by just nailing the outlet between 2 nailers and if I truly need a box, and if I do, what size box should I use, because the standard junction, ceiling, and outlet boxes don't seem to fit on the outlet itself. Any help really appreciated. I usually use surface mount, so I am at odds now. Thank you as always for your valuable insight.

tkrussell

What kind of outlet do you have, the surface or recess, as shown on the catalog page attached?


The 3582 is a surface range outlet, and can be mounted with screws onto the surface of the wall or floor.

The 3894 is a flush device and needs to be mounted in a box. Probably needs a minimum of a 4 ich sq 2.5 inch deep box. I normally use a 4&11 box, with a 2 gang mud ring, raised for the drywall thickness, and a two gang plate for the 3894. This box leaves the necessary room for the large wires.

Do you know that there is a code to size the box, based on the size and quantity of wire? What size wire is being used?