Sioux Chief 696-2 Two Hole Supply Box (no valves)
A two-hole plumbing supply outlet box (no valves) used for accessible rough-in/finish access to supply lines in wall cavities.
Key Features:
- Two-hole supply box configuration (no valves).
- Intended use: "OxBox" double-hole outlet box for accessible plumbing applications; provides appropriately sized holes for an accessible line/fixture.
- Built-in mounting provisions: incorporates mounting tabs and a channel for use with common galvanized flat brackets.
- Material: ABS (white).
- Working temperature: 150°F (listed); melting point: 200°F (listed).
- Dimensions (listed):
- Rough-in box inner width: 4"
- Rough-in box overall depth: 3-1/2"
- Rough-in box inner height: 5-1/2"
- Hole diameter (2): 0.86"
- Accessories shown as available separately for this box: frame extension 696-EX, frame only 696-1F, louvered cover 696-LC, solid cover 696-SC, box clip 696-BC, support bracket 520-09.
Compatibility & Applications:
- Listed by the manufacturer as the OXBOX 696-2 Two-Hole Supply Box within Sioux Chief's outlet box accessories lineup.
- Intended for accessible plumbing applications where a two-hole supply box is needed.
- Must only be used where the manufacturer specifies this exact item number: 696-2.
Installation & Operation Notes:
- Manufacturer guidance indicates these tough ABS access boxes install securely to or between studs.
- The 696-2 box design incorporates mounting tabs and a bracket channel for use with common galvanized flat brackets; use the appropriate mounting method and accessories as required for the wall/framing condition.
- No valve operation applies to this model (it is a box only); the connected supply components and any shutoffs are application-dependent and not included with this item.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
- No specific diagnostic or troubleshooting procedures are provided for this box-only part.
- If access/finish appearance is the goal, sources indicate optional frames/covers are available; if the installation requires a finished opening, confirm the correct accessory for the job.
- If the box is damaged (cracked/warped), replacement is typically the remedy (no repair guidance is provided in the sources).
Certifications & Compliance:
- A UPC shield mark is shown on the manufacturer spec sheet for item 696-2.
- Sioux Chief's outlet box accessories page includes a general Prop 65 warning link for the category; no additional product-specific compliance details are provided in the sources beyond that.
User Reviews & Q&A Summary:
- Reviews are uniformly positive and focus more on value and usefulness than on technical specifications; common themes include "great product," "perfect solution," and fast shipping/service.
- Several reviewers describe using these boxes for shower tower/shower panel supply line installations and for a wall-mounted sink concept (user-reported applications).
- Q&A highlights:
- A verified reply lists the same core dimensions as the manufacturer spec sheet (4" inner width, 3-1/2" depth, 5-1/2" inner height, 0.86" hole diameter).
- An older Q&A answer describes the holes as "3/4"" (user-provided answer); the manufacturer-listed hole diameter is 0.86".