{"product_id":"extron-hdmi-sm-cable-6-1-8-m-surface-mount-boxes","title":"Extron HDMI SM Cable, 6' (1.8 m) Surface Mount Boxes","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Extron SM Series Surface Mount Boxes provide a clean, professional solution for external mounting of Extron Architectural Adapter Plates (AAPs), Flex55 modules, or EU Series products on walls, lecterns, credenzas, or other flat surfaces. Available in one- through four-gang configurations, these boxes offer a non-invasive alternative to in-wall installations, making them ideal for retrofits, temporary setups, or environments where wall modifications are restricted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese boxes address the need for accessible AV connectivity without compromising existing structures. They feature ample internal depth for organized cable routing and connector placement, ensuring tidy installations even with multiple HDMI, VGA, USB-C, network, audio, or power connections. The low-profile design minimizes visual impact while providing sufficient space for cable management and strain relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eConstructed from high-impact plastic with a smooth, paintable white finish, the SM Series combines durability with an attractive appearance that blends into most interior environments. Multiple knockouts and rear openings support flexible cable entry from raceways, floor boxes, or conduits, keeping wiring concealed and protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePrimary applications include classrooms, conference rooms, boardrooms, training facilities, and lecture halls where surface-mounted inputs or controls are preferred. They are especially effective for mounting media controllers, button panels, input plates, or power modules on lecterns, walls, or furniture in presentation-oriented spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCompatibility focuses on Extron AAPs, Flex55 modules, and EU Series wallplates when paired with appropriate mounting kits. The boxes support standard one- to four-gang layouts, accommodating combinations of AV, data, power, and control connections while maintaining full functionality and compliance with low-voltage installation standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eInstallation is simple and non-destructive: secure the box to the mounting surface using fasteners through the provided holes, route cables through knockouts or rear openings, install the AAP\/Flex55\/EU components, and attach the faceplate. The design supports quick deployment, easy access for maintenance, and future reconfiguration without damaging walls or requiring drywall repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFeatures Chart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eBenefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eOne- to four-gang size options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eScales from basic single-module to comprehensive multi-connection setups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eAmple internal depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eAccommodates cable bends, connectors, and back-of-plate wiring without strain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRear and side knockouts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eEnables flexible, organized cable entry from raceways or conduits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eHigh-impact plastic construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eDelivers durable, impact-resistant performance in public and educational spaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003ePaintable white finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eAllows custom color matching to walls or furniture for seamless integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSurface mount design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eEliminates in-wall cutting for retrofits and non-permanent installations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eCompatible with AAP, Flex55, EU products\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSupports broad range of Extron connectivity, control, and power solutions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eMounting holes for secure attachment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eEnsures stable, vibration-resistant installation on walls or furniture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecifications Table\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSurface mount box series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eGang Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eOne-gang, two-gang, three-gang, four-gang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eHigh-impact plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eWhite (paintable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eCable Entry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eRear access plus side knockouts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eInternal Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSufficient for AAP, Flex55, and EU plate wiring and connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eExtron Architectural Adapter Plates (AAPs), Flex55 modules, EU Series wallplates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eDirect to wall, furniture, or flat surfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCompare Chart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAspect\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eExtron SM Series\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eGeneric Surface Mount Box\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eCompetitor Architectural Surface Enclosure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGang Size Flexibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eOne- to four-gang options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eOften fixed one- or two-gang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eLimited gang configurations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eInternal Depth \u0026amp; Wiring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eAmple for AV connectors and bends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eBasic depth, potential crowding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eModerate, may require extensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFinish \u0026amp; Aesthetics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003ePaintable white for custom matching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003ePainted or plastic, less flexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eOften fixed color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCable Entry Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eRear + multiple side knockouts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eTypically rear only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSide-focused or limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eExtron Product Optimization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eDirect fit for AAP, Flex55, EU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eUniversal, may need adapters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eBrand-specific limitations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eInstallation Invasiveness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eNon-invasive surface mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSurface but less tailored\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eMay require more preparation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDurability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eHigh-impact plastic for public use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eVaries, often consumer-grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eGood but material-dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProfessional AV Appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eClean, architectural-grade finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eFunctional but basic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eVaries, sometimes less refined\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is the Extron SM Series designed for? It provides surface-mounted enclosures for Extron AAPs, Flex55 modules, and EU products on walls or furniture without in-wall modifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich gang sizes are available in the SM Series? The series includes one-gang through four-gang configurations to suit different connectivity needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan the SM boxes be painted to match the room? Yes, the white high-impact plastic finish is paintable for seamless color coordination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do cables enter the SM boxes? They feature rear access plus side knockouts for flexible routing from raceways or conduits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat Extron products fit inside the SM Series? They accommodate Architectural Adapter Plates (AAPs), Flex55 modules, and EU Series wallplates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs the SM Series suitable for retrofit installations? 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