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Our Switch and Socket Box Extension Screw is a purpose-built fastener designed to solve a common and frustrating problem in electrical installations and renovations. When a wall’s surface is built up with new materials like tile, wainscoting, or an extra layer of drywall, the existing electrical box (cassette) becomes recessed, making the standard screws too short to securely mount switches and outlets. This specialized extension screw provides the extra length needed to bridge that gap, ensuring that faceplates can be fastened tightly and sit flush against the new wall surface for a safe, stable, and professional finish.

Product Details

This product is an extra-long machine screw, specifically engineered for use with electrical switch and socket boxes. It features a standard thread that matches the mounting holes on most electrical devices and wall boxes. The screw has a simple round head, which is concealed behind the switch or socket faceplate after installation. Manufactured from durable materials like nickel and finished with a protective zinc plating, this screw is designed to resist corrosion and ensure a long, reliable service life within the wall cavity. Its design ensures compatibility with standard screwdrivers for a straightforward and hassle-free installation.

Product Parameters

The following table details the technical specifications for our Switch and Socket Box Extension Screw.

General Specifications:

ParameterDescription
Product NameSwitch Socket Box Cassette Extension Screw
Model NumberFA086
MaterialNickel
FinishZINC
Head StyleRound
Measurement SystemINCH (Note: A specific size is listed as 4*26, which is a metric format)
Size4*26
ApplicationSecuring electrical switches and sockets to recessed wall boxes.
PackagingPackaged securely in small bags or boxes, then cartons and pallets.

Product Features

Our extension screws are designed to provide a simple solution with significant benefits:

  • Solves Recessed Box Issues: The primary feature is its extended length, specifically designed to reach electrical boxes that are set back from the finished wall surface.
  • Ensures Secure Mounting: By properly securing the electrical device to the box, it prevents wobbly or loose switches and outlets, enhancing safety and usability.
  • Provides a Professional Finish: Allows the switch or socket faceplate to be pulled tight and flush against the wall, eliminating unsightly gaps.
  • Durable Construction: Made from corrosion-resistant materials and coatings to ensure durability within the wall environment.
  • Easy Installation: Designed with a standard head and thread, it can be installed quickly and easily using common household tools.

Product Applications

This screw is an essential component for electricians, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts in a variety of scenarios:

  • Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations: Perfect for installing outlets and switches after putting up a new tile backsplash or tiled wall.
  • Wall Paneling and Wainscoting: Ideal for projects where decorative wood or composite panels are installed over existing drywall.
  • Thick Plaster or Drywall: Useful in older homes with thick plaster walls or in new construction where multiple layers of drywall are used.
  • General Remodeling: Any project where the wall thickness is increased, requiring longer screws for electrical fixtures.
  • Repair Work: Used to replace old, stripped, or broken screws in existing electrical boxes.