Viking Electronics VE-5X10-SS Stainless Steel Surface Mount Back Box
Overview
The VE-5X10-SS is a 5" x 10" surface mount back box constructed from 0.060" thick marine grade 316 stainless steel with a #4B brushed finish — the specification you want for coastal environments, food service facilities, or anywhere corrosion resistance has to outlast a standard painted enclosure. It solves the common field problem of needing a clean, weather-resistant housing for Viking Electronics intercoms and entry panels on surfaces that don't have a recessed rough-in. The aluminum front panel (0.081" thick) ships with a UV-stable clear gloss powder coat, so it holds finish in direct sun without chalking. Box dimensions are 5.22" x 10.14" x 3.0" — verify this footprint fits your rough-in before ordering, particularly on post mounts where depth clearance matters.
Compatibility
The VE-5X10-SS mounts directly to a wall, post, single gang box, double gang box, or any Viking Gooseneck bracket. It is designed for the Viking VE-series entry systems — the same 5x10 platform that fits multiple Viking intercom and access control panel configurations. Compatible sibling variants include the VE-5X10-NR-SS (no-rain version) and VE-5X10-PNL-SS, all sharing the same marine 316 SS construction and mounting footprint. When selecting among VE-series surface mount enclosures, match the variant to your conduit entry requirements: the VE-5X10-SS provides 2x 0.75" diameter knockouts and 2x 0.2" x 0.43" slots for wiring ingress, plus 4x 0.38" diameter mounting slots for wall or post attachment. If your install requires a PoE switch or power supply in the same enclosure bay, confirm the 3.0" depth accommodates your terminal block and cable dressing before committing to this box — see access control power supplies for inline power options.
Installation Notes
Box ships at 2.9 lb; the panel assembly adds 3.3 lb (combined ~6.2 lb), so factor structural load when mounting to hollow-core posts or lightweight substrates. Use all 4x mounting slots — the 316 SS shell resists corrosion but physical pull-out strength depends on the fastener pattern into the substrate. Conduit entry via the 0.75" knockouts accommodates standard 1/2" EMT or LT fittings; the rectangular slots suit flat flex or additional small-gauge runs.
