Ratings & Reviews for Hubbell RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work/Old work Switch/Outlet Electrical Box
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this metal electrical box for its thick, rigid construction and exceptional durability in retrofit and old-work applications. Reviewers consistently highlight its sturdy build quality, noting it withstands demanding installations without bending. The shallow depth is ideal for tight spaces like kitchen islands and under-counter areas where plastic boxes won't fit. Many appreciate the side knockouts and mounting tabs that simplify installation and secure attachment. The box accommodates various applications from standard outlets to low-voltage wiring and works with MC cable. A few note knockouts require technique to open and space is limited for certain larger devices, but most consider these minor edge cases. Overall, customers find it reliable and well-suited for challenging retrofit scenarios.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Good single gang box, but limited space.
Would RecommendThick metal, rigid, sturdy construction, good strain relief. I wouldn’t use this for a GFI outlet due to the lack of space, but it’s fine for a single regular outlet, a switch or Ethernet ports.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Looks nice with metal cover.
Would RecommendFit perfectly where I needed to put this box. Very easy to use.
From RACO 1-Gang Galvanized Steel New Work_SLASH_Old Work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Watch for Clearance When Adding Wire Clamp
Would RecommendI would prefer to have the wire clamp built in to the interior of the box, as once I add my own, it is now bordering on too large for the opening I have. Regardless, I was able to make it work, and I understood the design when I purchased it.
Verified Purchaser
Easy
Would RecommendWorked as intended, I needed to add a box to have more room for wiring a new light.
From RACO 1-Gang Galvanized Steel New Work_SLASH_Old Work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Thanks for the 5 star review
As Expected
Would RecommendIt’s going to do what you need it to do. Sturdy, easy to use.
From RACO 1-Gang Galvanized Steel New Work_SLASH_Old Work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Appreciate the comments about the durability of product.
It's affordable!
Would RecommendIt's affordable and it works like the expensive one!
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
good quality thick metal
Would Recommendmetal new work or old work, does the job it is intended to do.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified PurchaserVerified Pro
Thank you for the feedback and product rating.
Works fine for GFCI
I have used these boxes many times. I have used them for switches, receptacles and GFCI receptacles. For GFCI receptacles they will be a little snug. You just have to make sure you don't have a lot of cables coming into the box or a lot of extra length wires in the box. You want at most two 12-2 cables in the box for a GFCI receptacle. More than that it definitely will not fit. Also make sure if you use wire nuts in the box make sure they are pushed all the way to the back of the box.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box
We appreciate your feedback and the 5-star rating.
Once you've clamped the wire in the receptacle will not fit
Verified Purchaser
We offer a large variety of deeper boxes, as well as 2 gang boxes when larger conductor capacity is needed.
Not big enough for GFCI!!!!
Would Not RecommendI installed these in a new kitchen island I built only to find out they were not big enough for a GFCI outlet. I had to redo everything.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified PurchaserVerified Pro
This standard switch box is 3” x 2” x 2-1/2” deep and will accommodate standard sized GFCI’s, and is built to the NEMA standard for boxes.
Thanks for your feedback and we are glad it worked for your needs