Electrical – Can a standard PVC electrical box be used as a junction box

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I have one line coming from an outlet and need to branch it to two lines. Can i use a standard electrical box (blue PVC) as a junction box to branch an electrical line?

Best Answer

You can do what you want, as long as...

  • The box remains accessible.
  • The box is fitted with a proper cover.

That being said, it may be more appropriate to make the splice in an existing box (assuming the box is large enough for the additional conductors).