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Round Pan Box 1/2" Deep

Shallow round pan box for fixture installations with limited space.

4

cu.in. Volume

2

Max 14 AWG

1

Max 12 AWG

4" Round x 1/2"

Dimensions

Conductor Capacity per NEC 314.16

Maximum number of conductors that can fit in this box based on wire gauge (not accounting for devices, clamps, or grounds).

Wire GaugeVolume EachMax Conductors*
18 AWG1.5 cu.in.2
16 AWG1.75 cu.in.2
14 AWG2 cu.in.2
12 AWG2.25 cu.in.1
10 AWG2.5 cu.in.1
8 AWG3 cu.in.1
6 AWG5 cu.in.0

*Theoretical maximum for conductors only. Actual capacity will be less when including devices, clamps, and grounding conductors.

Common Applications

Light fixtures
Shallow ceiling applications

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