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Crouse-Hinds TP242 Steel 1-Gang Gangable Switch Box, 18 Cu. In.

Crouse-Hinds TP242 Steel 1-Gang Gangable Switch Box, 18 Cu. In.

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Crouse-Hinds TP242 Steel 1-Gang Gangable Switch Box, 18 Cu. In.

The Crouse-Hinds TP242 is a steel 1-gang gangable switch box built to house switches and devices in commercial and residential wiring installations. Measuring 2-Inch x 3-Inch x 3-1/2-Inch with an 18-cubic-inch interior capacity, this outlet box is engineered for electricians who need a dependable, code-friendly enclosure that can be ganged together with additional boxes to form multi-gang assemblies for larger switch and device configurations. Constructed from steel for strength and durability, the TP242 provides a solid, long-lasting foundation for device installations behind wallplates in both new construction and remodel wiring. Its compact 2-Inch x 3-Inch x 3-1/2-Inch footprint fits standard wall cavities while the 18-cubic-inch volume rating helps installers confirm proper fill capacity for the number of conductors and devices being installed, supporting safe, compliant rough-in work on every job. Electricians rely on gangable steel boxes like the TP242 because they offer flexibility on the jobsite: a single box handles a standard 1-gang switch or receptacle, while multiple units can be joined side-by-side to create 2-gang, 3-gang, or larger device assemblies without needing a different box for every configuration. This adaptability reduces the number of SKUs a contractor needs to stock while still meeting the volume fill requirements electricians must verify for every device box installation.

Key Features

  • Trade Size: 2-Inch x 3-Inch x 3-1/2-Inch dimensions size the box for standard 1-gang device installations.
  • Durable Construction: Steel construction delivers a rugged, long-lasting enclosure for switches and devices.
  • Gangable Design: This box is gangable, allowing multiple TP242 boxes to be joined together to accommodate multi-device wiring configurations.
  • Volume Capacity: 18-cubic-inch interior capacity helps installers verify proper conductor and device fill for code-compliant rough-in.
  • 1-Gang Configuration: Sized to house a single switch or device, a standard configuration for residential and commercial branch circuits.
  • Wallplate-Ready Enclosure: Steel body forms a solid mounting foundation behind switch and receptacle wallplates.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: Outlet Box
  • Material: Steel
  • Dimensions: 2-Inch x 3-Inch x 3-1/2-Inch
  • Volume Capacity: 18 Cubic Inches
  • Configuration: 1-Gang, Gangable

Typical Applications

  • Switch and Device Wiring in Residential Construction
  • Commercial Branch Circuit Rough-In
  • Multi-Gang Device Assemblies
  • New Construction and Remodel Electrical Work
  • Wall Cavity Switch and Outlet Installations

Why Crouse-Hinds?

Crouse-Hinds is a trusted name in electrical enclosures, offering steel switch boxes built for durability on demanding job sites. The TP242's gangable steel construction and rated 18-cubic-inch capacity give electricians a reliable, code-conscious option for switch and device installations, making it a practical choice for both new construction and renovation projects. Contractors can count on consistent dimensions and volume ratings across every TP242 box, simplifying rough-in planning and helping crews stay on schedule and on code.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

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

Crouse-Hinds CRSTP242 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can Crouse-Hinds TP242 switch boxes be ganged together for a 2-gang or 3-gang switch assembly?
Yes. The TP242 is a gangable 1-gang steel switch box, so multiple boxes join side by side to build 2-gang, 3-gang or larger device assemblies. One box handles a single switch or receptacle, and you add boxes rather than switching to a different part number for each configuration. That keeps one SKU covering most device layouts on a rough-in.
2) How many conductors can an 18 cubic inch steel box like the Crouse-Hinds TP242 hold?
The TP242 gives you 18 cubic inches of interior volume, and that is the number you run your box fill calculation against. Count each conductor, device and clamp allowance per code and compare the total to the 18 cu. in. rating. The box volume is the only figure the box itself supplies; the conductor count depends on wire gauge and what devices you are installing.
3) What is the difference between the Crouse-Hinds TP242 and a Cantex EZ Box PVC outlet box?
The Crouse-Hinds TP242 is a steel 1-gang gangable switch box measuring 2-Inch x 3-Inch x 3-1/2-Inch with 18 cubic inches of interior volume, so it is joined side-by-side with additional TP242 boxes to build 2-gang, 3-gang or larger device assemblies. The Cantex EZ Series box is a PVC multi-gang residential outlet box, meaning the gang count is molded into the body rather than built up from single boxes. Choose the steel TP242 when you want one box part number that scales to any gang count on the job, and a molded multi-gang PVC box when the device count at that opening is fixed and non-metallic raceway or cable is being used.
4) What are the dimensions of the Crouse-Hinds TP242 switch box?
It measures 2 x 3 x 3-1/2 inches, which is the standard 1-gang device box footprint for a stud wall cavity. The 3-1/2 inch dimension is the depth class that gives it the 18 cubic inch volume, so check your cavity depth if you are working in a furred-out or shallow wall before committing to it.
5) Steel or PVC switch box, which should I use for a residential rough-in?
The Crouse-Hinds TP242 is steel, which is what you want where the wiring method is metal raceway or armored cable and the box has to carry the equipment grounding path, and where jobsite abuse is a concern. If you are running nonmetallic cable in a residential build and want a nonmetallic enclosure, the Cantex EZ Series PVC multi-gang residential outlet box is the alternative we carry. Both are device boxes; the choice follows your wiring method and the inspector's expectations for that job.
6) Is the Crouse-Hinds TP242 suitable for commercial work or only residential?
Both. The TP242 is used for switch and device wiring in residential construction and for commercial branch circuit rough-in, in new construction and remodel work alike. The steel body is what makes it acceptable on commercial jobs where a nonmetallic box would not be specified.
7) Can I use a PVC multi-gang box instead of ganging Crouse-Hinds TP242 boxes for a three-switch opening?
Either approach fills a three-switch opening, but they are not interchangeable in the wall. Three TP242 boxes ganged together give you a steel enclosure with 18 cubic inches per gang for conductor and device fill calculation at each position. A Cantex EZ Series PVC multi-gang residential outlet box arrives as a single molded non-metallic body for the full gang count. Non-metallic boxes do not provide a metal path for bonding the way a steel box does, so if your rough-in is metallic conduit or armored cable terminating at the box, the ganged TP242 assembly is the one that matches that wiring method.
8) For residential remodel work, is the Crouse-Hinds TP242 or the Cantex EZ Box the better fit?
The Cantex EZ Series box is specified as a residential outlet box in PVC, so it targets residential non-metallic cable work at a known gang count. The Crouse-Hinds TP242 is described for both commercial and residential wiring, and its gangable steel body lets a crew stock one box and assemble whatever gang count each opening needs, which is the usual reason contractors carry it on remodel trucks. If your remodel punch list has a mix of single switches, two-gang and three-gang openings, the TP242 covers all of them from one bin; if every opening in the job is the same molded gang count and the method is non-metallic, the EZ Box handles it in one piece.
9) Will a standard switch or receptacle wallplate mount to the TP242?
Yes. It is a 1-gang device box sized to house a single switch or receptacle, with the steel body acting as the mounting foundation behind a standard wallplate. If you gang several boxes, you need a matching multi-gang plate rather than separate single plates.
10) What is the exact part number to order for the Crouse-Hinds 1-gang gangable steel switch box?
Order it as Crouse-Hinds TP242. That is the manufacturer part number for the 18 cubic inch, 2 x 3 x 3-1/2 inch gangable steel 1-gang switch box, and it is a single configuration with no finish or size options to specify.
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Does the Crouse-Hinds CRSTP242 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Crouse-Hinds CRSTP242 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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