Ratings & Reviews for Hubbell RACO Galvanized steel New work/Old work Octagonal Electrical Box
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this metal electrical box for its exceptional durability and sturdy galvanized steel construction, making it ideal for heavy-duty applications like ceiling fan installations and junction boxes. Reviewers consistently highlight the robust build, easy knockout removal with basic tools, and convenient pre-drilled screw holes with designated ground screw location. Many specifically commend its suitability for heavy ceiling fans and appreciate its code-compliant design and versatility across attic junctions, basement remodels, and recessed lighting upgrades. A few note that included mounting screws occasionally run short for certain fixtures. Overall, customers consider it a reliable, well-constructed choice for demanding electrical work.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Good box
Would RecommendWhat is there to say? It's an electrical box that works like it should!
From RACO Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Octagonal Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Binding Threads
Screw holes not properly threaded I had to re-thread the screw holes to be able to screw into the box. All of the boxes I checked, would not let me screw in the small screws by hand at the store. I was replacing a box because I broke the screw trying to screw into the box. The new box would have done the same. So I had to re-tap the threads in the box. I spend $30 for a set of taps to fix a $2.50 box.
From RACO Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Octagonal Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Not installed yet
Would RecommendWaiting for electrician to install
Verified Purchaser
good quality
Would Recommendgood
From RACO Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Octagonal Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Good deal
Would RecommendIt does the job
Verified Purchaser
metal box
Would Recommendmetal box...does exactly what it needs to do
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Perfect transaction!
Would RecommendEverything was waiting in a shopping cart when I checked in. Wheeled the same cart out to the lot (spools of wire are kinda heavy). Quick and easy.
From RACO Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Octagonal Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
The holes in the box are not tapped, which is why the screws are a self-tapping Tri-Lobe screw. The reason for this, is the unthreaded hole, with the...