7 Gang over workbench?

[Skooterj]

Orbit Industries SB7 :: Switch Box, 7-Gang, 1-13/16" Deep :: PLATT ELECTRIC SUPPLY

Switch Box, 7-Gang, 1-13/16" Deep, WxH: 15-7/8”x4-9/16”, Knockouts - Sides: (12)-1/2", (10)-MKO, Bottom: (9)-1/2", (6)-3/4", Steel, Cat #: SB7, Mfr: Orbit Industries

www.platt.com

Looks like it almost fits perfectly between 2 studs.

 

[LXCam]

What’s your question? I can’t say in the 40yrs of doing this trade I’ve ever seen a 7 gang box let alone a P-ring for one. But then again that doesn’t mean much. I’d be more concerned with getting a trim plate that matches whatever devices you plan on installing before I’d rough one of these in.

 

[Skooterj]

Not really a question, just thought it was interesting. If its attached to both studs, it should be rock solid. I saw boxes up to 10 gang. But they are too wide for 16" studs. Platt has faceplates too.

 

[mike93lx]

15-7/8 most certainly doesn't fit between studs

 

[CJ7VFR]

15-7/8 most certainly doesn't fit between studs

Yup, considering the average space between studs on 16 inch centers is 14.5 inches if the 2X wood is 1.5 inches thick.

 

[joe_padavano]

If its attached to both studs, it should be rock solid.

Is this even a problem? I can think of simpler ways to stabilize a box if that's really a concern.

 

[Shiftless]

I can’t envision an application where a guy would need 7 devices all in one box.

If somebody had that many switches for an elaborate lighting installation, just install 2 four gang boxes.

To provide plenty of receptacles over a work bench, it seems to me that having them more spread out makes them easier to use. My main work bench is just 7 feet wide and I wired it up with a 4x4 box with a single duplex receptacle on every other wall stud. I have the future option of installing 2 duplexes in each box if necessary but in the years it’s been in use, I’ve never come close to needing that.

 

[yatg]

A 6 gang will fit between studs. $391 later. F!

Hubbell-Raco 955 :: Gang Box, 6-Gang, 1-5/8" Deep, 1/2" & 3/4" KOs, Welded, Metallic :: PLATT ELECTRIC SUPPLY

6-Gang, Non-Gangable, Gang Box, Welded, Metallic. Depth: 1-5/8". Width: 14-1/16". (6) 1/2", (4) 3/4" & (4) 1/2" & 3/4" Concentric KOs. Bottom Knockouts: (16) 1/2" & 3/4" Concentric KOs. Cubic Inches: 98.5"., Cat #: 955, Mfr: Hubbell-Raco

www.platt.com

 

[u2slow]

I don't care much for gangs beyond doubles. Rather connect multiple doubles with ******* or short conduit.

 

[Showkey]

I don't care much for gangs beyond doubles. Rather connect multiple doubles with ******* or short conduit.

especially at $400 each !!!!!!!

 

[dscheidt]

I can’t envision an application where a guy would need 7 devices all in one box.

If somebody had that many switches for an elaborate lighting installation, just install 2 four gang boxes.

Gangable switch boxes can be made up to any desired size, and are pretty common for lighting control in commerical installations.
10 switch cover plates are stocked in decent supply houses, bigger ones are available. Using two boxes for switches where you could use one is pretty hacky.

 

[Duke74]

Even 5 gang boxes aren’t that common. I have never seen a 7 gang box either. I would go with a 3 and a 4 on both
Sides of a common stud.

 

[Duke74]

Just make sure you get them EXACTLY the same height or you will notice it when the plates are put on, just because the boxes are close together.

 

[alfredeneuman]

You can whatever number/gang you want with these.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RACO-2-...n-KO-s-and-Plaster-Ears-50-Pack-565/203634418
The sides are removeable

 

[nadogail]

With enough time and money almost any kind of a box can be had.

 

[u2slow]

You can whatever number/gang you want with these.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RACO-2-...n-KO-s-and-Plaster-Ears-50-Pack-565/203634418
The sides are removeable

Links not working for me. If these are the mechano-style gangables, I'm not a fan. They aren't sturdy in bigger gangs and need extra bracing.

I buy the welded ones when I need to have them, or as I said earlier, pair them into doubles.

 

[Duke74]

You can whatever number/gang you want with these.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RACO-2-...n-KO-s-and-Plaster-Ears-50-Pack-565/203634418
The sides are removeable

We don’t use them at work and never have. They are ****.

 

[alfredeneuman]

We don’t use them at work and never have. They are ****.

If you've never used them how do you know they're ****?

 

[Duke74]

If you've never used them how do you know they're ****?

I have been an electrician for almost 23 years. I HAVE seen them from time to time. Find them in Reno jobs, etc.

 

[Duke74]

But if you like them, use them.

 

[alfredeneuman]

I have been an electrician for almost 23 years.

I retired after 45+ years.

 

[Duke74]

ok

 

[dcg9381]

Can you get a cover for 7-gang? I get needing stuff in a location, but I'd rather have this split into 3-4 gang boxes...

 

[egdede]

I never would have guessed:

7 Gang Rocker Switch Plate

7 Decora rocker switch plates in 8 finishes made in USA. Find 100's of sizes, matching switches & outlets, fast shipping, easy ordering at Kyle Switch Plates.

www.kyleswitchplates.com

 

[Shovelhead]

I can’t envision an application where a guy would need 7 devices all in one box.

If somebody had that many switches for an elaborate lighting installation, just install 2 four gang boxes.

To provide plenty of receptacles over a work bench, it seems to me that having them more spread out makes them easier to use. My main work bench is just 7 feet wide and I wired it up with a 4x4 box with a single duplex receptacle on every other wall stud. I have the future option of installing 2 duplexes in each box if necessary but in the years it’s been in use, I’ve never come close to needing that.

Dang right. I absolutely agree.

 

[rburke65]

I have numerous 5 gang switch boxes but no 6+.