Eaton B-Line series Type 3/3R junction boxes, 8" height, 4" length, 6" width, NEMA 3R, Hinged cover, RTHC enclosure, Surface mounted, Small single door, 3 knockouts, Embossed thru holes, Carbon steel
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL 50
- Closure Type:
- Formed top hinge
- Country Of Origin:
- United States
- Cover Type:
- Hinged
- Finish Color:
- Painted
- Locking Provisions:
- Padlock provision
- Mounting Hole Details:
- Embossed thru holes
- Mounting Method:
- Surface
- Nema Rating:
- 3R
- Product Height:
- 8 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 4 in
- Product Weight:
- 3.4 lb
- Product Width:
- 6 in
- Special Features:
- Rain hood, removable cover
- Wall Thickness:
- 16 gauge
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Model:
- RTHC enclosure
- Product Color:
- ANSI 61 Grey
- Product Style:
- Small single door
- Product Material:
- Carbon steel
B-LINE 864 RTHC – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can the B-Line 864 RTHC junction box be mounted outdoors?
Yes, within limits. The 864 RTHC carries a NEMA 3R rating, so it handles rain, sleet and outdoor weather on an exterior wall, and it includes a rain hood over the door. NEMA 3R is not a washdown or hosedown rating, so for direct spray or dust-tight service you want a 4 or 12 enclosure instead. Mounting is surface, using the embossed thru holes in the back.
2) What are the actual box dimensions on the B-Line 864 RTHC, and will it fit a shallow wall run?
It measures 8 inches high, 6 inches wide and 4 inches deep. That 4 inch depth gives room for splices and a small terminal strip, but it is a surface box, so the full 4 inches stands off the wall face. The whole unit weighs 3.4 lb, light enough for one person to hold while setting anchors.
3) Does this B-Line enclosure come with knockouts already, or do I have to punch my own conduit holes?
The 864 RTHC ships with 3 knockouts, so on a simple feed-through or splice you may not need to punch anything. Any additional conduit entries get punched in the field. The body is 16 gauge carbon steel, so plan on a knockout punch rather than a hole saw.
4) Can I padlock this outdoor junction box shut?
Yes. The door has a padlock provision, so on a tenant-accessible or public exterior wall you can lock it without adding hardware to the enclosure. The cover is hinged on a formed top hinge and is also removable, which is handy when you want it out of the way while pulling wire.
5) Will the grey finish on this enclosure match the other panels and boxes already on my building?
The 864 RTHC is painted ANSI 61 grey, the standard light grey used across most commercial panelboards, disconnects and enclosures, so it lines up visually with existing gear from most manufacturers. It is a painted carbon steel finish, not stainless or galvanized, so exterior installations should be touched up if the paint gets scratched during mounting.
6) Should I use a hinged-cover box like this or a screw-cover junction box?
A hinged cover like the 864 RTHC pays off where you open the box more than once, for troubleshooting, seasonal controls, or metering taps, because there are no cover screws to drop off a ladder and no gasket to chase. A screw-cover box is the cheaper choice for a splice you close up and never touch again. Note this one is also a removable cover, so you still get full access when you need the lid off completely.
7) What is the exact part number to order this B-Line box, and is it made in the US?
Order it as Eaton B-Line 864 RTHC, the RTHC series small single door enclosure. Country of origin is the US.
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Does the B-LINE 864 RTHC come with a warranty?
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