Carlon 1-Gang Non-Metallic Drop-In Floor Box with Hole Saw Kit
Professional floor-mounted electrical solution for great rooms and home offices
The Carlon 1-Gang Non-Metallic Drop-In Floor Box delivers reliable floor-mounted electrical access with 11.8 cubic inches of capacity. This UL-listed drop-in floor box eliminates the need for extension cords running across floors from wall outlets, providing a clean and professional electrical solution. The included hole saw kit ensures proper installation, while the non-metallic construction offers durability and corrosion resistance for long-term performance.
Professional Features & Benefits
- 11.8 Cu In Capacity: Provides ample space for electrical connections and wire management in floor-mounted applications
- Drop-In Design: Simplifies installation process with straightforward drop-in mounting system
- Non-Metallic Construction: Offers excellent corrosion resistance and durability for long-lasting performance
- Included Hole Saw Kit: Ensures proper installation with all necessary cutting tools provided
- UL E11461 Listed: Meets rigorous safety standards for electrical floor box applications
- Extension Cord Elimination: Provides permanent floor-mounted power access, eliminating tripping hazards from extension cords
Technical Specifications
- Application: Ideal for great rooms and home offices
- Brand Label: Steel City
- Department: Electrical
- Idea Granular Category Code Igcc : 4432 >> Floor boxes
- Number Of Knockouts: 0
- Product Type: Drop-In Floor Boxes
- Special Functions: Eliminates extension cords running across the floor from wall outlets
- Standards: UL E11461
- Sub Brand Label: Carlon
- Volume: 11.8 in³
Professional Applications
- Great rooms requiring floor-mounted electrical access
- Home offices with flexible workspace configurations
- Conference rooms and meeting spaces
- Open floor plan residential areas
- Commercial office environments
- Retail spaces with flexible layouts
Why Choose Carlon Quality?
Carlon floor boxes deliver professional-grade reliability with UL E11461 listing ensuring safety compliance. The non-metallic construction provides long-term durability and corrosion resistance, while the comprehensive hole saw kit inclusion demonstrates Carlon's commitment to complete installation solutions for electrical professionals.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Application:
- Ideal for great rooms and home offices
- Brand Label:
- Steel City
- Department:
- Electrical
- Idea Granular Category Code Igcc:
- 4432 >> Floor boxes
- Number Of Knockouts:
- 0
- Product Type:
- Drop-In Floor Boxes
- Standards:
- UL E11461
- Sub Brand Label:
- Carlon
- Volume:
- 11.8 in³
- Product Group:
- Boxes & Enclosures
- Product Subgroup:
- Floor Boxes
Carlon E971FADIB-2 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) How many wires can I put in the Carlon 1-gang drop-in floor box?
The box gives you 11.8 cubic inches of usable volume, which is what governs your conductor fill count under standard box-fill calculation. Work your fill from that 11.8 cubic inch figure for the conductors, device, and any grounds you are landing in it. One note for anyone planning conduit: this box has zero knockouts, so it is built for cable entry rather than pipe.
2) Can I use this Carlon floor box with EMT or rigid conduit?
No. The box is supplied with no knockouts, so there is no factory conduit entry to connect a raceway to. If the job calls for pipe into the floor box, you need a different box with threaded or knockout hubs. This one is intended for non-metallic cable runs in a wood floor system.
3) What is the difference between the four Carlon E971 drop-in floor box options?
Four orderable configurations, and they split on cover material and whether the cutting tool is packed in. E971FADI-2 is the standard with the hole saw kit. E971FADIB-2 comes with an aluminum cover. E971FBDI-2 is the brass cover version. E971FBDIB-2 is brass cover without the hole saw. If your crew already owns the correct saw, the no-hole-saw part number keeps you from paying for a duplicate tool.
4) Will a drop-in floor box work in a concrete slab?
No. A drop-in box like the Carlon E971 is cut into a finished floor deck with a hole saw and dropped through the opening, which needs a cavity underneath, a joist bay or accessible basement or crawl space. Pouring it into a slab calls for a cast-in concrete floor box instead, which is a different product entirely. For retrofit into an existing wood floor over open framing, the drop-in is the right tool.
5) Do I need to buy a separate hole saw to install this floor box?
Not with the standard E971FADI-2, which ships with the hole saw kit for cutting the floor opening. The brass-cover E971FBDIB-2 is the exception, it is the no-hole-saw configuration, so specify that one only if you already have the matching saw on the truck.
6) Should I pick the brass or the aluminum cover for a floor outlet?
Both cover options mount the same 1-gang box, so it is purely a finish and traffic decision. Brass (E971FBDI-2) is the traditional choice where the floor box sits in a hardwood great room or conference room and you want it to read as a finished detail. Aluminum (E971FADIB-2) is the lower-key, lighter-tone option. Function and box capacity do not change between them.
7) Is this box rated for a floor that gets wet or mopped?
Treat it as a dry interior product. The application called out for the E971 is great rooms and home offices, indoor finished spaces. For a patio, garage wash-down area, or anywhere subject to water, you want a floor box specifically listed for wet or damp locations with a gasketed lift-lid, not this one.
8) Will a non-metallic floor box hold up in a commercial space, or should I use metal?
The non-metallic body resists corrosion, which matters more in a floor application than in a wall since floor boxes see mopping moisture and cleaning chemicals. Where the non-metallic version does cost you flexibility is conduit: with zero knockouts, it takes cable, not pipe. If your commercial spec requires metallic raceway all the way to the device, go to a metal floor box with threaded hubs instead.
9) Why spec a floor box instead of just running a cord from the wall?
That is the whole point of the E971. It gives permanent power in the middle of the room so you are not running an extension cord across the floor from a wall receptacle, which is both a trip hazard and a repeat write-up in commercial and multi-family walkthroughs. For open-plan offices, conference rooms, and retail floors where furniture sits away from the walls, a fixed 1-gang floor box is the code-clean answer.
How fast can I get the Carlon E971FADIB-2 delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the
continental
U.S.
Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit,
reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Carlon E971FADIB-2 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Carlon E971FADIB-2 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Carlon E971FADIB-2?
You can call, text, or email our expert support team for fast answers. We’re here to help with
product
selection,
installation tips, and troubleshooting. Contact Us
Why buy the Carlon E971FADIB-2 from ZenSupply?
ZenSupply makes it easy to get the commercial door hardware you need—fast shipping, expert support,
and
rewards on
every order.
Our team is always ready to help you choose the right product for your project.