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Carlon FS Box Single-Gang PVC - FSE Type

Carlon Single-Gang PVC Electrical Junction Box - 18 in³ Gray FSE Type for Dead-End Terminations

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Carlon Single-Gang PVC Electrical Junction Box - 18 in³ Gray FSE Type for Dead-End Terminations

Professional-grade rigid non-metallic electrical box for reliable dead-end terminations

The Carlon Single-Gang PVC Electrical Junction Box delivers dependable performance for dead-end termination applications. This FSE type junction box features durable PVC construction in a professional gray finish with 18 cubic inch capacity, designed to accommodate standard covers, accessories, and devices for versatile electrical installations.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • 18 in³ Volume Capacity: Provides ample space for wire connections and terminations in single-gang applications
  • PVC Construction: Offers excellent durability and resistance to environmental factors for long-lasting performance
  • Gray Professional Finish: Maintains a clean, professional appearance that blends with standard electrical installations
  • FSE Type Design: Specifically engineered for dead-end termination applications with reliable connection integrity
  • UL E11461 Listed: Meets rigorous safety and performance standards for professional electrical installations
  • Standard Compatibility: Accepts all standard covers, accessories, and devices for maximum installation flexibility
  • Rigid Non-Metallic Design: Provides robust protection while offering easy installation and maintenance access

Technical Specifications

  • Application: For dead-end terminations.
  • Brand Label: Carlon
  • Country Of Origin: United States (US)
  • Department: Electrical
  • Effective Date: 20080116
  • Idea Granular Category Code Igcc : 4486 >> Electrical junction box
  • Product Color: Gray
  • Product Material: PVC
  • Product Name: PLASTIC ELEC BOX W/O CONDUCTOR
  • Product Type: Rigid Non-Metallic FS & FD Boxes & Covers
  • Special Functions: All sizes take standard covers and accessories or devices.
  • Standards: UL E11461
  • Volume: 18 in³

Professional Applications

  • Residential electrical installations requiring dead-end terminations
  • Commercial building electrical systems
  • Industrial facility wiring applications
  • Electrical contractor and maintenance projects
  • New construction and retrofit installations
  • Professional electrical service and repair work

Why Choose Carlon Quality?

Carlon electrical junction boxes deliver proven reliability with UL E11461 listing and durable PVC construction. Made in the United States, this professional-grade junction box provides the quality and performance electrical professionals trust for critical dead-end termination applications.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Application:
For dead-end terminations.
Brand Label:
Carlon
Country Of Origin:
United States (US)
Department:
Electrical
Effective Date:
20080116
Idea Granular Category Code Igcc:
4486 >> Electrical junction box
Product Color:
Grey
Product Material:
PVC
Product Name:
PLASTIC ELEC BOX W/O CONDUCTOR
Product Type:
FS/FD Box
Standards:
UL E11461
Volume:
18 in³
Product Group:
Boxes & Enclosures
Product Subgroup:
Electrical Boxes

Carlon E980DFN – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What size conduit does the Carlon E980 series FS box take?
The Carlon single-gang PVC FS box comes in three hub trade sizes: 1/2 inch (E980DFN), 3/4 inch (E980EFN), and 1 inch (E980FFN). Pick the one that matches the rigid nonmetallic conduit you're running into the box. There's no reducing built in, so order by the conduit size at the box, not the size of the homerun.
2) What does FSE mean on a Carlon PVC box, and is it the right one for the end of a run?
FSE is the dead-end configuration: one hub, so conduit enters from a single side and stops there. That's what you want at the end of a run, a single device drop, or a terminal box. If conduit has to pass through and continue on to the next box, you need a through-feed body instead, not the E980 FSE.
3) How many wires can I put in an 18 cubic inch single-gang FS box?
The Carlon E980 FS box has 18 cubic inches of volume, which is what you use for NEC box fill. Working the standard allowances, that's nine 14 AWG conductors at 2 in3 each or seven 12 AWG at 2.25 in3, before you subtract for the device (two conductor volumes), the grounds (one volume total), and any clamps. In practice a 12 AWG receptacle drop with a feed and a ground lands well inside it.
4) Will a standard FS box cover fit the Carlon E980 PVC box?
Yes. The E980 takes standard FS covers, accessories, and devices, so a blank cover, a single receptacle or toggle cover, a GFCI cover, or a weatherproof in-use cover in the standard FS single-gang pattern all mount to it. The box ships without a cover, so that's a separate line on the order.
5) Can I use a PVC FS box outdoors or in a damp location?
PVC construction is the reason contractors reach for this box in wet and corrosive spots: it won't rust like a cast metal FS body, which matters on exterior walls, car washes, wastewater plants, and coastal work. Weather resistance is a system, though. The box itself is nonmetallic and corrosion-proof, but the rating at the opening comes from the cover and gasket you pair with it, so spec a weatherproof or in-use cover for any outdoor location.
6) Do I need a ground screw or bonding jumper in a PVC junction box?
PVC is nonconductive, so the box itself never needs bonding, which is one less step than a cast metal FS body. What still has to happen is the equipment grounding conductor running through the raceway and landing on the device and on any metal cover you install. Nonmetallic conduit carries no ground path, so the green wire has to be pulled with the circuit.
7) Is the Carlon E980 PVC junction box UL listed?
UL listing is on record under file E11461 for the Carlon rigid nonmetallic FS box. That's the reference an inspector or a spec reviewer wants when the drawing calls for listed nonmetallic boxes, and it applies across the 1/2, 3/4, and 1 inch trade sizes.
8) Should I use a PVC FS box or a cast aluminum one?
It comes down to what's attacking the box. Nonmetallic PVC wins where there's moisture, salt, or chemical exposure, because there's nothing to corrode and nothing to bond. Cast metal wins where the box takes physical abuse, sits in a traffic area or a loading dock, or where the spec calls for a metallic raceway system throughout. If you're already running PVC conduit, the E980 keeps the system nonmetallic end to end and avoids a transition fitting at the box.
9) Will a gray PVC box match the rest of the boxes on my building?
Gray is the standard color for the E980 across all three trade sizes, which is the same gray as typical PVC conduit and fittings, so a run of boxes across a facility stays consistent. For property managers standardizing on one box type across multiple buildings, ordering the same FSE body in whichever hub size each run needs keeps the cover and device hardware identical everywhere.
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Does the Carlon E980DFN come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Carlon E980DFN is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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