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August 26, 2008

Intercom backplate

I need a 6" by 12" backplate for my intercom..the intercom box that is recessed in the wall is larger than my intercom...just finished a renovation...the super gave me the new intercom...

I have been on the internet and can't find anything..anyone ever heard of an intercom back plate or faceplate??

Thanks

Posted by Melissa809 at 1:11 AM | Comments (6)

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Your intercom is low-voltage, such as 12, not 110. No danger.

If you can not make your own cover out of metal, you can use thin plywood or any convenient material. Your model may be designed to hook on with a bracket. If no bracket, try making a hook.

Posted by: Green Mt at August 26, 2008 8:28 AM

Green Mt is on the right track. It's actually 24VAC typically. Nobody actually makes back plates for intercoms. You can use wood, plastic, or metal. All are available at your local home improvement store and you'll have to be a little creative. I really recommend putting a little piece of tape on the wires and marking where they go back to before you disconnect the intercom. You will forget.

Posted by: Bklyn Fire Alarm Guy at August 26, 2008 12:47 PM

Two companies come to mind- Academy mailbox in queens can make anything (custom) and Lee Dan Intercom on Long Island for replacement. 95% of all the intercoms I have seen are from one of these two.

http://www.leedan.com/IN-233.htm

http://www.academymailbox.com/serv02.htm

Posted by: southslope at August 26, 2008 12:49 PM

Ortov Electric on Union St. between 4th & 3rd has a lot of misc. LeeDan parts - I'd ask there first.

Posted by: Arkady at August 26, 2008 5:02 PM

Thanks for your help, everyone

Posted by: Melissa809 at August 26, 2008 10:28 PM

Thanks, everyone

Posted by: Melissa809 at August 26, 2008 10:29 PM

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