Viking Electronics VE-3X5 Surface Mount Back Box
Overview
The VE-3X5 is a steel surface mount enclosure designed to give Viking intercom and camera units a clean, secure wall installation without recessing into drywall or masonry. The box measures 4.92" wide × 3.28" tall × 2.38" deep, giving enough interior volume to house wiring terminations and keep the install tidy. Constructed from 16-gauge (0.062") cold-rolled steel with a UV-stable black fine texture powder coat finish, the VE-3X5 holds up to direct sun exposure and physical contact without fading or chipping — relevant for entry points that take daily abuse. At 1.0 lb, it adds minimal load to any mounting surface.
Compatibility
The VE-3X5 is designed specifically for surface mounting the following Viking Electronics units:
- DB40 — Viking door box
- E-40 — Viking entry phone
- E-50 — Viking entry phone
- VCAM-2 — Viking door camera
This box is part of the Viking Electronics VE-Series surface mount enclosure line, which offers multiple sizes for different device footprints. Confirm your specific unit matches the VE-3X5 footprint before ordering — the VE-Series includes variants sized for larger Viking devices. Browse the full range of intercom systems and intercom accessories to pair compatible hardware.
Installation Notes
The box includes pre-cut slots (0.20" × 0.43") and a 0.38" diameter hole for conduit or cable entry, plus a 0.875" knockout for larger conduit runs and a 1.64" drain hole — the drain hole is particularly useful in covered-outdoor or vestibule installs where condensation or wash-down moisture could otherwise pool. All openings are factory-formed in the steel, so no field drilling is required for standard runs. Mount the box to the wall surface first, route and terminate wiring, then attach the Viking device to the box face. Consult the surface mount box selection guide if you are evaluating enclosure options for other Viking entry products.
