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8 in. x 8 in. Plastic Access Panel
34045 - spec sheet
Features
- Easily paint or wallpaper over panels on walls or ceilings to match décor
- Door requires a screwdriver to open for child safety
- 8 in. x 8 in.
- Easily installs between wall studs or ceiling joists
- Designed to conveniently hide wires, cables, plumbing and pumps
- Reversible frame for flush or surface mounting
- Constructed of high-impact ABS
- Allows access to unsightly or unsafe plumbing, electrical wiring or other utility applications, while keeping them hidden behind walls or ceilings
34045 - spec sheet
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Volume:
- 0.041
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Plumbing
- Product Subgroup:
- Fittings
- Product Type:
- General Fittings
- Product Weight:
- 0.667
OATEY 34045 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the Oatey 34045 access panel fit between standard wall studs on 16 inch centers?
Yes. The 34045 is an 8 by 8 inch plastic access panel sized to drop into the bay between wall studs or ceiling joists, so a standard 16 inch on-center stud bay (roughly 14-1/2 inches clear) takes it with room to spare. You cut the opening in the drywall, not the framing.
2) Can this Oatey panel be surface mounted, or does it have to be recessed flush?
Either way. The frame on the 34045 is reversible, so you can set it flush into the drywall opening or mount it on the surface of the finished wall or ceiling. That matters on a retrofit where you cannot get a clean recessed cut around existing pipe or conduit.
3) Can you paint or wallpaper over an Oatey plastic access panel?
Yes, the ABS door and frame are meant to be painted or papered over to match the surrounding wall or ceiling. For property managers doing unit turns, that means the panel disappears into the finish instead of reading as a white plastic square.
4) Does this access panel lock or need a tool to open?
The door on the 34045 takes a screwdriver to open. It is not keyed or latched for security, but it does keep children out of a shutoff valve, pump, or junction box behind the wall, which is the usual concern in multi-family and residential work.
5) Is an 8 x 8 access panel big enough to reach a tub valve or a shutoff?
An 8 by 8 inch opening gives hand-and-forearm access, which is enough for a shutoff valve, a small pump, a wire splice, or a cleanout plug. For a full tub waste-and-overflow rough-in or anything you need two hands and a wrench swing on, step up to a larger panel size.
6) What is the Oatey 34045 made of, and will it hold up in a ceiling?
High-impact ABS plastic, both door and frame. It will not rust or stain the way a painted steel panel can in a damp ceiling or under a bathroom, and at 0.667 lb the assembly puts almost no load on the drywall opening.
7) What is the Oatey part number for the 8 x 8 plastic access panel?
Order it as Oatey 34045. That is the manufacturer part number for the 8 by 8 inch plastic access panel, and it is a single SKU with no finish or size options to specify.
How fast can I get the OATEY 34045 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the OATEY 34045 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The OATEY 34045 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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