
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.Strong and Shallow for tight Applications.
Would RecommendVery Sturdy; good for retrofit applications. Installed with side screws
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good product.
Would Recommendworked excellent for installing receptacle on the side of kitchen island.
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Good product.
Would RecommendUsed for installing a receptacle on the side of my kitchen island and it worked great.
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Simple and solid
Would RecommendNeeded a low profile box for a tight space and this worked perfectly.
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Worked great
Would RecommendPerfect for adding one plug in cabinet and running new wires.
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Worked great
Would RecommendCouldn’t find plastic old work box so used this metal one.
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Worked great for low voltage floor application
Would RecommendI used this box to put a ethernet jack in the floor of my office. The depth of my floor was deeper than what the low-voltage old work boxes support. I liked this metal box because it wasn’t too deep and I was able to use the ears to drive wood screws into the floor underneath the carpet.
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Metal outlet box
Would RecommendYou got to love the old timie boxes, they match the existing boxes in our old house.
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Works well for old work
It works perfect for an old work retro box as not sure why I'd ever use it for new work. Enough depth for dimmers, etc
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quality electrical box
Would Recommendbox with sturdy, and installed easy with ears to hold the box
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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.
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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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