DOUBLE-GANG BOX for two light switches together in the same box, or two duplex receptacle outlets. The purpose of electrical boxes Wiring connections—where wires join an outlet, switch or other ...

Cutting Wires Too Short. Trying to connect together, aka splice, tiny little wires in an electrical box is difficult, and any resulting bad splice can cause electrical arcs and fires.

Q: I have several electrical boxes in the basement with open knockouts that I want to seal.The holes are ¾ of an inch across. I've found numerous plug products online and at local electric supply ...

Adding an electrical outlet next to an existing light switch is easy, as long as there is a neutral wire in the box.Step 1: Turn the power supply off to the light switch at the main electrical panel.

The best part about having a smart electrical box is the potential savings from powering your home more efficiently. A smart way to prep your home for EV charging (Image credit: Ecoflow) ...

Emerson introduced the Greenlee GRE-6, a hydraulic tool with six interchangeable head options to cut wire, crimp connectors, and punch electrical boxes.