4G Slater Nail On Box

[A/A Fuel GTX]

Can anyone tell me what that metal strip that comes with these boxes is supposed to used for? I can't even take a guess as to how many I've thrown away.......

 

[Jim W in Tampa]

they keep it from being pushed into the wall

 

[nakulak]

http://tools.passandseymour.com/pdf/P19-P21.pdf

 

[A/A Fuel GTX]

they keep it from being pushed into the wall

So they somehow attach to the end of the box? How do they attach? I normally use a wood block at the end opposite the stud and fasten the box with the eyelets provided.

 

[480sparky]

I don't use Slater boxes, but my guess would be you attach it to the next stud to keep the box level and flush.

 

[Dennis Alwon]

You have to pull it out and insert the metal strip in the groove on the side of the box. This prevents the far side of the box from being push in. The metal bracket should bump the sheetrock on the opposite side of the wall keeping it steady.

 

[jaylectricity]

How long is the strip? And is there any pocket at the end of the box if you're looking at it from behind?

 

[jaylectricity]

You have to pull it out and insert the metal strip in the groove on the side of the box. This prevents the far side of the box from being push in. The metal bracket should bump the sheetrock on the opposite side of the wall keeping it steady.

Oops, you snuck that post in on me. But that was what I was thinking.

 

[A/A Fuel GTX]

I think the "Phantom Stud" is a much more effective way to firm up the box. The metal strip seems kinda cheesey.

 

[jaylectricity]

I think the "Phantom Stud" is a much more effective way to firm up the box. The metal strip seems kinda cheesey.

I agree. Or better yet, a real stud as you often have those short bays near doors.

 

[electricmanscott]

I think the "Phantom Stud" is a much more effective way to firm up the box. The metal strip seems kinda cheesey.

I use the metal strip. Why make more work than necessary? And how can you say it's cheesy when you don't even know what it is?

 

[A/A Fuel GTX]

I use the metal strip. Why make more work than necessary? And how can you say it's cheesy when you don't even know what it is?

So you're saying a small metal strip is a more secure install than a piece of 2X4? Ok......let me restate my concern. The "concept" of the metal strip seems cheesey. With the sheetrockers around here, that metal strip wouldn't last a minute.

 

[Jim W in Tampa]

Actually a block of 2x4 will pull the box down. Please don't tell me you think the drywall guys will use a level.

 

[A/A Fuel GTX]

Ok, I actually took the time to look at the 4G on the opposite side of the nails. I see where the strip plugs in and I'll give it a try on my next house. Scott likes the finished result so it can't be all that bad. Thanks for the enlightenment...........seriously

 

[electricmanscott]

Ok, I actually took the time to look at the 4G on the opposite side of the nails. I see where the strip plugs in and I'll give it a try on my next house. Scott likes the finished result so it can't be all that bad. Thanks for the enlightenment...........seriously

Maybe I should start a product endorsement website. :grin:

Seriously though I have used them and I have tossed them. I don't think it really makes a big difference with or without them.