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RACO 196 4 in. Welded Square Steel Box, FS Flush Bracket
The RACO 196 is a 4 in. square welded steel electrical box designed for durable conduit installations in commercial and residential construction. Measuring 1-1/2 in. deep, this box features nine 1/2 in. knockouts and five 1/2 in. - 3/4 in. combination knockouts (TKO's) for flexible conduit entry from multiple angles. It includes an FS flush bracket suitable for mounting to metal or wood studs, and the RACO 196 is UL Listed for code-compliant electrical rough-in work. This 4 in. square box is commonly used for switch, receptacle, and lighting fixture installations in both new construction and remodel projects.
Key Features
- Trade Size: 4 in. square box for standard outlet, switch, and junction box applications.
- Depth: 1-1/2 in. deep to accommodate conduit and device wiring.
- Durable Construction: Welded steel body provides rigid, long-lasting strength for conduit systems.
- Knockouts: Nine 1/2 in. KO's and five 1/2 in. - 3/4 in. combination TKO's allow flexible conduit entry sizing.
- Bracket Type: FS flush bracket for mounting to metal or wood studs.
- Wiring System: Designed for conduit wiring systems.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Steel Box
- Product Size: 4 in
- Product Depth: 1.5 in
- Product Shape: Square
- Drawn or Welded: Welded
- Bracket Type: FS, for Metal or Wood Studs
- Wiring System: Conduit
- Knockouts: 1/2 in;1/2 - 3/4 in Combination (TKO)
- Certified Listed: UL Listed
Typical Applications
- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
- Conduit and Raceway Systems
- Wall and Ceiling Outlet Box Installations
- Metal and Wood Stud Framing Construction
- New Construction and Electrical Rough-In Work
Why RACO?
RACO 196 delivers welded steel construction built to withstand the demands of jobsite conduit installations, backed by UL Listing for code-compliant performance. With nine 1/2 in. knockouts and five combination TKO's plus a flush FS bracket for metal or wood stud mounting, this box gives electricians a reliable, versatile solution for professional electrical rough-in work. Backed by RACO's reputation for quality steel electrical boxes, the 196 model is a dependable choice for licensed electricians and contractors seeking dependable rough-in components.
Manufacturer Resources
Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- list_batch:
- RACO-20260916
- Product Type:
- Outlet Box
- Product Size:
- 4 in
- Product Depth:
- 1.5 in
- Product Shape:
- Square
- Drawn or Welded:
- Welded
- Bracket Type:
- FS, for Metal or Wood Studs
- Wiring System:
- Conduit
- Knockouts:
- 1/2 in;1/2 - 3/4 in Combination (TKO)
- Certified Listed:
- UL Listed
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Electrical Boxes
- Product Group:
- Boxes & Enclosures
RACO RACO196 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the RACO 196 4 in. square box mount to metal studs, or only wood?
Both. The 196 comes with an FS flush bracket rated for metal or wood studs, so the same box works on steel-framed commercial partitions and wood-framed walls. The flush bracket sets the box face at the stud face, which is what you want when a single layer of drywall is going over it.
2) Can I run 3/4 in. EMT into the RACO 196, or is it 1/2 in. only?
Both sizes land. The 196 has nine 1/2 in. knockouts plus five 1/2 in. to 3/4 in. combination knockouts (TKO's), so you can bring 3/4 in. EMT or rigid into any of the five combos and keep the 1/2 in. openings for branch runs.
3) Is the RACO 196 square box suitable for NM (Romex) cable, or conduit only?
It is built for conduit wiring systems. The knockouts are plain KO's and TKO's for connectors, not integral cable clamps, so for NM cable you either add listed cable connectors at the knockouts or choose a box supplied with clamps.
4) What is the difference between a welded and a drawn 4 in. square steel box?
The RACO 196 is welded rather than drawn. Welded boxes are assembled from formed sheet steel pieces and joined at the corners, which is why they can carry a high knockout count on every side, nine 1/2 in. KO's and five combination TKO's here. Drawn boxes are formed from one piece and are typically shallower on knockout options. For conduit rough-in where you need entries from several angles, welded is the one to use.
5) Is the RACO 196 UL Listed for commercial electrical inspection?
Yes, the 196 is UL Listed, which is what an inspector looks for on rough-in metallic boxes in commercial and institutional work.
6) Can the RACO 196 be used as a ceiling box for a light fixture?
It is commonly used for lighting fixture outlets as well as switches and receptacles. Keep in mind the FS flush bracket is a stud-mounting bracket, so for a ceiling application you are fastening to the framing member and the fixture itself must be supported per its own listing. A 4 in. square at 1-1/2 in. deep gives room for the fixture leads plus the circuit conductors.
7) What part number do I order for the RACO 4 in. square welded box with the FS flush bracket?
Order RACO model 196. That single MPN covers the 4 in. square welded steel box, 1-1/2 in. deep, with the FS flush bracket. There are no finish or size options to specify on it.
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