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.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Did the job
Would RecommendProduct did the job it was made for, price was reasonable and it was easy to find in store
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Design improvement
Happy to find a box only 1 1/2” deep but screw locations for securing mounting brackets had to be drilled & tapped closer to the edge of the box as conduit entry by end plate knockout required box to be mounted recessed. Without the precision of a drill press to squeeze a new screw location between the original location and the edge, a replacement bracket would have needed to be fabricated. With the new screw locations and longer legged mounting brackets from another deeper box the installatio...
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Great for installing on existing walls.
Would RecommendGood box for installing mc cable
Verified Purchaser
Worked Great
Would RecommendEasy to attach, sturdy.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Electrical box
Would RecommendIt fit and works fine
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Works as should
Would RecommendJust what we needed
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Thank you for your 5-star rating.
I purchased it because of it's depth.
It did what I expected it to do.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Solid deep switch box for existing construction.
Would RecommendIt is deep enough for a plug with built in USB ports.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Confirmation of purchase and delivery are iffy.
Would RecommendThe product is fine. The getting it was not.
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Good quality
Would RecommendGood quality shallow box. Works well for under counter box
From RACO 1 -Gang Galvanized steel New work_SLASH_Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
You need to use a deeper box, that will accommodate thicker wall board thickness, and not block the KO that could possibly violate NED guidelines as ... Read More