Lowell P68X Specifications
Model Series: P68X
Recessed Backbox (for 8” speaker & screw-mount grille)
Description:
The P68X backbox series is designed for recessed installation of 8"
speaker systems into ceilings or walls. The backbox measures 10" square
and is available in two depths (4"D or 6"D). Model ULP68X is 4”D and is
part of UL 1480 5th Edition Listed Fire Protective Signaling Speaker Series ULD and ULS. The backbox is precision formed and welded heavy
gauge unitized steel. The sides include 1/2" - 3/4" compound knockouts
for conduit. Backbox models P68X and P68X-6 also feature two sides
with parallel slots (2.688"L on 7” centers) to facilitate depth adjustment
in areas where the ceiling/wall surface varies in material, depth, or evenness. The slots may also be used for attaching channel rails when the
backbox is installed in suspended tile ceilings.* Backbox corners feature
a recessed, die-formed mounting tab with 8-32 screw retaining U-clip for
grille installation. Recessed clip position assures protection and easy accessibility in plaster or poured concrete applications. Backbox is finished
in durable black powder epoxy, undercoated, and lined with a foam pad
to eliminate acoustic and mechanical resonance.
Features:
• 18-gauge steel with black powder epoxy finish
• Undercoat and foam pad lining
• 10” square
• 4” or 6” depth
• 1/2” – 3/4” side knockouts
Side slots
included on models
P68X and P68X-6 only.
Side knockouts
for conduit
* Note: To conform to UL1480 Fire Protective Signaling standard, back-
box model UL-P68X does not include rail mounting slots. SS-series rails
must be screwed to the outside of the backbox (screws not included).
A & E Specifications
The backbox for recessed installation of 8" speakers shall be Lowell
Model ___________. The boxbox shall measure 10"L x 10"W x _______
(4"D, 6"D). It shall be formed from 18-gauge steel, welded and finished
in black powder epoxy paint. It shall be undercoated and lined with a
foam pad. It shall feature 1/2" - 3/4" knockouts for conduit on four sides
and slots for depth adjustment on two . It shall include recessed mounting
tabs with 8-32 U-clips for grille installation.
The UL Listed backbox for UL fire protective signaling (UL1480 5th edition) installations using Lowell UL speaker Series ULD and ULS with SG8
grille shall be 4"D Model UL-P68X.
Compatible Components: (order separately)
Grille (screw-mount): FW8, JG8X, SG8, SG8VP
Model No. Description Dimensions Depth (in.) Volume (cu.ft.)
P68X Recessed backbox 10" square 4 0.231
P68X-6 Recessed backbox 10" square 6 0.347
UL-P68X Recessed backbox 10" square 4 0.231
Spec. No. 3c-309
(rev. 09.04.12)
pg. 1 of 2
©2012 Lowell Manufacturing Company, 100 Integram Dr., Pacific MO 63069. Phone–800.325.9660
Fax—636.257.6606. Lowell makes every effort to provide accurate information while reserving the right to
change specifications and/or improve manufacturing methods without notification. (lowellmfg.com)
4"
10"
2.688" x 0.188" slots
Foam pad
0.643"
10"
8-32 "U" clips
Knockouts
on 4 sides
0.75" x 0.50"
6"
P68X-6 (6"D)
P68X (4"D)
7"
UL-P68X (4"D)
8-32 U-clips
2.688” x 0.188” slots*
10”
10”
6”
4”
Knockouts on 4 sides
(.75” x .5”)
0.643
P68X-6 (6”D)
Foam pad
P68X (4”D)
UL-P68X (4”D)
* Note: To conform to UL1480 Fire Protective Signaling standard, the UL-P68X
backbox does not include the rail mounting slots. SS-series rails must be screwed
to the outside of the UL-P68X (screws not included).
Spec. No. 3c-309
(rev. 09.04.12)
pg. 2 of 2
©2012 Lowell Manufacturing Company, 100 Integram Dr., Pacific MO 63069. Phone–800.325.9660
Fax—636.257.6606. Lowell makes every effort to provide accurate information while reserving the right to
change specifications and/or improve manufacturing methods without notification. (lowellmfg.com)
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