INSTALLATION TOOLS

Add eXapath media outlets before or after drywall using common tools.

The eXapath® system integrates seamlessly with traditional construction techniques, using commonly available tools and requiring skills consistent with experienced builders and electricians. (Download short form instruction sheet by clicking here)

Easily installing within the stud cavity of common walls, the eXapath system remains hidden behind drywall and ready for media outlet and cable installation at any time, before or after drywall is applied

Preparation:

• Always wear safety glasses and use protective work gloves when handling or cutting material
• Be sure the area you're working in is clean and without dangerous obstacles that could cause injury.

Installation of the eXapath system:

Installing the Mounting Bracket with Pipe (EXBP44-21)

The Mounting bracket with Pipe can be installed through either the shoe or plate, depending on where you intend to route cables from one level to the next. Often, for first floor installations EXBP44-21 is installed to create a path from the first floor into the basement or crawl space. On second floor installations it's often used to create a pathway from the ceiling plate into the attic for further distribution to a main chase or return (standard schedule 40 or flexible corrugated PVC conduit, properly supported and fire stopped to meet local codes) that runs form the attic to the basement, crawl space or main distribution box.

Installing the Mounting Bracket with Pipe EXBP44-21

1.  Identify the shoe or plate (2" x 4", 2" x 6", or greater)

2.  Measure and mark the point where you wish to create a cable pass-through hole

3.  Check to make sure that creation of a hole at this point does not interfere with other framing, mechanical or electrical systems

4.  Invert the EXBP44-21 and, using the built-in T-square feature, hold against shoe/plate at the chosen position and create a line that runs perpendicular to the axis of the shoe/plate

5.  Again, using the EXBP44-21, invert and use the built-in pencil guide, hold against the shoe/plate and create a line that runs parallel to the axis of the shoe/plate to create the pilot point for drilling (this process ensures proper alignment of the eXapath system)

6.  Using a (1 7/8" to 2") Self Feed drill, create a through-hole using the centering marks created in the earlier steps.

7.  Insert EXBP44-21 into the hole until it stops

8.  When inserting EXBP44-21, use the living hinge against the front of the shoe/plate to ensure squareness.

9.  Fasten in place with a screw (preferred) or nail using the rear receptacle.

Installing the Mounting Bracket with Socket EXTP44-21

This is installed in the same stud cavity at the opposite end of the eXapath system, can be installed at top or bottom depending on how cable will be routed.

1.  Identify the shoe or plate (2" x 4", 2" x 6", or greater)

2.  Measure and mark the point where you wish to install

Note:  The eXapath system is generally used with pathways created from the second floor into the attic and from the first floor into the basement.  In some cases, installers may wish to create a continuous path from the second floor into the first floor and then into the basement or alternatively from the first floor to the second floor and then into the attic. If you intend to create a path between floors (e.g. continuous path from first to second floor) a hole can be created using the same steps as above and parts EXBP44-21 (Mounting Bracket with Pipe) and EXTP44-21 (Mounting Bracket with Socket) are designed to mate with each other to create the continuous path, PVC cement is recommended.  Some on-site adjustments to the length of the EXBP44-21 pipe may be necessary to achieve this installation.

3.  Check to make sure that creation of a hole at those point does not interfere with other framing, mechanical or electrical systems

4.  Invert the EXBT44-21 and, using the built-in T-square feature, hold against shoe/plate at the chosen position and create a line that runs perpendicular to the axis of the shoe/plate

5.  Again, using the EXTP44-21, invert and use the built-in pencil guide, hold against the shoe/plate and create a line that runs parallel to the axis of the shoe/plate to create the pilot point for drilling (this process ensures proper alignment of the eXapath system)

6.  Optional:  If a hole is required, using a (1 7/8 to 2") Self Feed drill, create a through-hole using the centering marks created in the earlier steps.  If a hole is not required move on to the next step

7.  Align EXBT44-21 with center of marking using the living hinge device against the front of the shoe/plate for proper alignment (optionally, if pass through hole is required, align with hole and square up with living hinge)

8.  Fasten in place with a screw (preferred) or nail using the rear receptacle.