Questions tagged [junction]

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Can I run a cable straight into a junction box?

I have a junction box like the one shown in the picture below. Do I just run the cable straight in or do I have to use some conduit/coating? I am thinking that maybe if I run the cable straight in the cable insulation might be damaged from the…
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Live wire in wall hard to trace

I have what I believe is a low voltage conversion “box” above my basement drop ceiling. Two regular size wires go in, and small thin blue wires come out to the first floor kitchen to power under the cabinet lights. I want to remove it because we are…
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Can someone tell me if my junction box can support a fan?

There's no visible text or a sticker in there so I cannot determine if this is supported by a joist. I also do not have access to the attic.
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How to open holes in plastic electrical junction box

How am I supposed to open the holes for the cables in a junction box like the one shown in the picture below?
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