threads in metal box

[GaytonTonner]

How do Sparks get around stripped threads in sunken metal boxes that hold the sockets?

thanks

 

[1john]

Re-tap them with a 3.5mm tap

 

[GaytonTonner]

Re-tap them with a 3.5mm tap

What if the hole is too big for a 3.5mm tap?

 

[pjcomp]

Some back boxes have holes in the back behind the screw connector, but if your's hasn't drill one with a suitable size drill. Get a long machine screw (50mm should be enough if you've a 25mm back box) and then the screw will bite into your new screwhole. Probably a good idea to turn off the power while you've got the socket open and the wires exposed when you've got a drill in there ....

PJ

 

[1john]

As above or sometimes if you crush the lug slightly it will retap

 

[wingcoax]

In extreme cases replace the box, or, normally drill and tap into the back of the box, and use extenders

 

[GaytonTonner]

Thanks to all.