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 RecommendGreat quality metal electric box that met my needs
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Pro
Hole in the wrong spot
Would RecommendWe all love to use the thinner box. It takes up less space in the cabinets. So who's bright idea was it to put the rear hole for the wires in the center? Once the fastener is connected and the romex is coming through even the thinest outlet can't fit in this box. You can't use the top or bottom hoes because the wood covers them. The holes for this box should be on the back but one end. This way the outlet on the inside has space for the wires and the fastener.
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Lack of products in Electrical Dept.
Would Not RecommendThe only reason i bought the metal outlet box is because the shelves in the Electrical Dept at the Lowes in High Ridge Mo were almost completely empty .
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box
How to work the knock out
Would RecommendThis is a perfectly fine electrical box. Knockouts are har on any box if you don't know how. For those who do not know, there is a technique to open up the knockouts. Look for where the knock out is hinged - that is - attached more firmly. Go 180 deg across from the attachment tab, and as the other reviewer said use a hammer and screwdriver, and hit it - hard - with authority right at the edge. It will open like a flap. Pry it open and work it back and forth two times.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box
We appreciate your 5 star rating.
Standard knockouts, you just need to not be dumb
Would RecommendPut a screwdriver on the edge of the circle and smack with a hammer. Just like every knockout ever made.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box
Not good for much
Would Not RecommendMust be ganged to meet code even for a minimum of 1 wire & one device
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box
Bad purchase
Would Not RecommendKnockouts hard to get out.Box bends trying to get knockout removed.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Thank you for the positive rating.