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From [https://forums.mikeholt.com/threads/installation-of-old-work-boxes-in-new-construction.61773/] | |||
Just a heads up, if the wall is fire rated the box must be secured to the stud regardless of the box listing. This is a building code issue not a electrical code issue. | |||
I have no idea if the opening posters wall is fire rated. | |||
Revision as of 14:12, 13 May 2021
For cutouts in plywood, as opposed to frame mounted receptacles.
https://www.amazon.com/Lamson-B120R-Carlon-PVC-Outlet/dp/B00002N5FQ
Allowed in New Construction
https://forums.mikeholt.com/threads/installation-of-old-work-boxes-in-new-construction.61773/
Exceptions
From [1]
Just a heads up, if the wall is fire rated the box must be secured to the stud regardless of the box listing. This is a building code issue not a electrical code issue.
I have no idea if the opening posters wall is fire rated.