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Crouse-Hinds TP170 Steel 1-Gang Gangable Switch Box

Crouse-Hinds TP170 Steel 1-Gang Gangable Switch Box

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Crouse-Hinds TP170 Steel 1-Gang Gangable Switch Box

The Crouse-Hinds TP170 is a steel 1-gang gangable switch box engineered for durable, code-compliant electrical rough-in work. Measuring 2-Inch x 3-Inch x 2-1/2-Inch with a 12.5-cubic-inch interior capacity, this box provides ample room for device wiring, switches, and receptacle connections in residential and light commercial installations. Constructed from steel for long-term strength and reliable grounding continuity, the TP170 is built to withstand the demands of everyday jobsite handling and long-term service inside walls and partitions. Its gangable design allows multiple boxes to be joined together on the jobsite, giving electricians flexibility to configure multi-device installations without stocking a separate box for every gang configuration. Whether you are wiring a single switch location or building out a bank of devices for a kitchen, hallway, or commercial corridor, the TP170's steel body and standardized dimensions make it a dependable, jobsite-ready choice for licensed electricians and contractors alike.

Key Features

  • Trade Size: 2-Inch x 3-Inch x 2-1/2-Inch dimensions size the box for standard single-device switch and receptacle installations.
  • Durable Construction: Steel construction delivers rugged strength and dependable grounding performance for demanding electrical rough-in applications.
  • Gangable Design: The 1-gang gangable configuration allows this box to be combined with additional gangable boxes on-site to build multi-device assemblies as project needs dictate.
  • Cubic Capacity: 12.5-cubic-inch interior volume provides adequate wiring space for a single device and associated conductors per box fill requirements.
  • Jobsite Versatility: A single-gang footprint that installs cleanly for standard switch or receptacle mounting in new construction and remodel electrical work.
  • Field-Assembled Flexibility: Gangable construction means electricians can stock one box style and configure it to 2-gang, 3-gang, or larger assemblies as the job requires, reducing inventory complexity.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: Outlet Box
  • Material: Steel
  • Configuration: 1-Gang Gangable
  • Dimensions: 2-Inch x 3-Inch x 2-1/2-Inch
  • Cubic Capacity: 12.5-Cubic-Inch

Typical Applications

  • Residential Switch and Receptacle Installations
  • Light Commercial Electrical Rough-In
  • New Construction Wiring
  • Renovation and Remodel Electrical Work
  • Multi-Gang Device Assemblies

Why Crouse-Hinds?

Crouse-Hinds is a trusted name in electrical construction products, and the TP170 steel switch box reflects that standard with rugged steel construction and a practical gangable design built for professional electricians. The steel body supports reliable grounding continuity while the standardized 12.5-cubic-inch capacity keeps device wiring compliant with box fill expectations. Choose the TP170 for a dependable, code-compliant outlet box solution on your next residential or commercial wiring project.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

list_batch:
CRS-20260917
Product Type:
Switch Box
Department:
Electrical
Product Subgroup:
Electrical Boxes
Product Weight:
0.69 lb
Product Width:
2.5 in
Product Depth:
2.5 in
Product Material:
Steel
Product Length:
2 in
Product Height:
3 in
Product Group:
Boxes & Enclosures

Crouse-Hinds CRSTP170 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) How many devices and conductors will fit in a Crouse-Hinds TP170 switch box?
The TP170 holds 12.5 cubic inches, which is sized for one device plus its associated conductors under box fill rules. If you are running multiple cables through a single location plus a dimmer or a GFCI, do the fill math first; when the count exceeds 12.5 cubic inches you either gang a second TP170 onto it or step up to a deeper box.
2) Can I join Crouse-Hinds TP170 boxes together for a 2-gang or 3-gang switch bank?
Yes. The TP170 is a 1-gang gangable box, so the sides come off and boxes bolt together on site to build 2-gang, 3-gang or larger assemblies. That is the practical reason electricians stock it: one box style covers every gang count instead of carrying a separate box for each configuration.
3) What is the difference between the Crouse-Hinds TP170 switch box and the Cantex EZ Series outlet box?
The Crouse-Hinds TP170 is a steel 1-gang gangable switch box measuring 2 inch x 3 inch x 2-1/2 inch with 12.5 cubic inches of interior volume, and its gangable body lets you join boxes on site to build 2-gang, 3-gang or larger assemblies from one stocked item. The Cantex EZ Series box is a PVC multi-gang residential outlet box, so it is nonmetallic and comes already configured for multiple gangs rather than being field-assembled. The steel body of the TP170 carries grounding continuity through the box itself; a PVC box does not, so grounding is handled entirely by the conductors.
4) What are the dimensions of the Crouse-Hinds TP170 outlet box?
It measures 2 x 3 x 2-1/2 inches. That is the standard single-device switch box footprint, so it takes ordinary switch and receptacle straps and standard single-gang wall plates without any adapter.
5) Is a steel switch box like the TP170 better than a plastic box for my job?
Steel is the choice when you are pulling metal-clad cable or conduit, since the box itself carries grounding continuity, and when the box has to survive rough framing and jobsite handling. The TP170 is a steel body for exactly that. If you are doing residential NM-cable work and want a non-metallic box instead, the Cantex EZ Series PVC multi-gang residential outlet box is the PVC alternative.
6) I need a multi-gang box for a residential remodel - do I have to gang TP170 boxes together or is there a one-piece option?
You can do it either way. Ganging Crouse-Hinds TP170 boxes gives you a steel assembly at 12.5 cubic inches per gang and lets you decide the gang count in the field from a single stocked box. If you would rather set a single pre-formed enclosure, the Cantex EZ Series is a PVC multi-gang residential outlet box supplied as a multi-gang unit, so there is no field assembly step. The choice is steel and field-configurable versus nonmetallic and fixed-configuration.
7) Can the Cantex EZ Series box be used as a direct substitute for the Crouse-Hinds TP170?
Not as a one-for-one swap. The TP170 is a 1-gang steel box at 2 inch x 3 inch x 2-1/2 inch and 12.5 cubic inches, intended for a single device or for ganging up. The Cantex EZ Series is a PVC multi-gang residential box, so it is a different material family and a different gang configuration out of the box. If your spec or inspection expectation calls for a steel box on a metallic grounding path, or your rough-in opening is cut for a single gang, the TP170 is the match; the EZ Series suits nonmetallic residential wiring where a multi-gang enclosure is wanted.
8) Is the Crouse-Hinds TP170 suitable for commercial work or just houses?
Both. It is specified for residential switch and receptacle installations and light commercial electrical rough-in, covering new construction and remodel work. For heavier commercial corridors a bank of ganged TP170s handles the multi-device locations.
9) What is the exact part number to order this Crouse-Hinds gangable steel box?
Order Crouse-Hinds TP170. It is a single model with no finish or size options, so the part number is all you need to specify.
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Does the Crouse-Hinds CRSTP170 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Crouse-Hinds CRSTP170 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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