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 durability in retrofit applications. Most highlight the sturdy, well-made design as superior to plastic alternatives, with many noting it performs reliably across single outlets, switches, low-voltage wiring, and GFCI installations. Reviewers particularly value its shallow profile and built-in tabs for fitting in confined spaces like between walls or under cabinets without compromising functionality. A few mention tight fits with certain devices like GFCI outlets or centrally located wire knockouts that complicate cable routing. Despite minor limitations, most customers consider it a dependable, high-quality choice for old-work installations.
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Would Recommendbox with sturdy, and installed easy with ears to hold the box
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Great for retro-fit (Old Work)
Would RecommendWell made and great concept. We always called these “old work” boxes as they are designed to be cut into an existing walls (note the tabs on top and bottom). Great way to modify existing structures. These will need a set of holding straps if used as a retrofit.
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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.
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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.
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Thanks for your feedback and we are glad it worked for your needs
Easy
Would RecommendWorked as intended, I needed to add a box to have more room for wiring a new light.
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As Expected
Would RecommendIt’s going to do what you need it to do. Sturdy, easy to use.
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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.
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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
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
We offer a large variety of deeper boxes, as well as 2 gang boxes when larger conductor capacity is needed.
Thank you for the positive feedback and 5-star rating!