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RACO 218 4-Square Metal Stud Box, 1-1/2" Deep
The RACO 218 is a 4-Square (4SQ) metal stud box engineered to mount electrical devices directly to metal stud framing in commercial and residential construction. This box measures 1-1/2" deep and is built from metal for a durable enclosure that holds up to the demands of everyday job-site use. As a standard 4-Square box, the RACO 218 is sized to accept common device rings and covers, giving electrical contractors a versatile option for switches, receptacles, and other wiring devices. Its stud-mount configuration allows the box to be secured directly to metal stud framing during rough-in, helping keep box placement consistent across new construction and remodel projects alike. Whether specified for new metal stud partitions or retrofit wiring, the RACO 218 offers electrical contractors a straightforward, code-familiar box option for stud-frame construction.
Key Features
- 4-Square Configuration: Sized as a standard 4-Square (4SQ) box that accepts common device rings and covers for switches and receptacles.
- 1-1/2" Deep Body: The 1-1/2" depth provides added interior room for conductors and device connections.
- Metal Construction: Built from metal for a rugged enclosure that stands up to job-site handling and installation.
- Stud-Mount Design: Configured as a stud box for direct attachment to metal stud framing, simplifying box placement during rough-in.
- Rough-In Ready: Sized and configured for standard electrical rough-in work in metal stud walls.
- Versatile Device Mounting: Supports switches, receptacles, and other wiring devices commonly installed in 4-Square boxes.
- Standard Box Style: Follows familiar 4-Square box conventions recognized across the electrical trade for easy device and cover compatibility.
- Model RACO 218: Part of the RACO line of electrical boxes used by professional electrical contractors.
Technical Specifications
- Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete specifications.
Typical Applications
- Metal Stud Wall Framing Installations
- Commercial and Residential Rough-In Wiring
- Mounting Switches and Receptacle Boxes
- New Construction Electrical Projects
- Remodel and Renovation Wiring Work
- Electrical Box Rough-In for Metal Stud Interior Walls
Why RACO?
RACO is a recognized manufacturer of electrical boxes and fittings used by professional electricians. The RACO 218 brings metal construction together with a purpose-built stud-mount design, giving contractors a dependable 4-Square box, 1-1/2" deep, for mounting electrical devices to metal stud framing on commercial and residential jobs. For electricians who need a reliable metal stud box for rough-in work, the RACO 218 offers straightforward installation and compatibility with standard 4-Square accessories.
Manufacturer Resources
Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- list_batch:
- RACO-20260916
- Product Type:
- Outlet Box
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Electrical Boxes
- Product Group:
- Boxes & Enclosures
RACO RACO218 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the RACO 218 box mount to metal stud framing, or do I need a bracket?
The RACO 218 is a stud box, so it attaches directly to metal stud framing during rough-in without a separate bar hanger or bracket. That is the whole point of the configuration: set the box on the stud at rough-in and the placement stays put for drywall and device install.
2) Is the RACO 218 a standard 4-square box that takes common device rings and covers?
Yes. The 218 is a standard 4-Square (4SQ) body, so it accepts the common 4-square device rings (mud rings) and flat covers you already stock for switches and receptacles. If you are standardizing a building on 4-square boxes and single or two-gang rings, this one follows the same conventions.
3) Can I use the RACO 218 in wood stud or remodel work, or is it metal stud only?
It is built as a metal stud box, and that is where it belongs. For wood framing or an existing-wall retrofit you want a box with a nail-on bracket or old-work ears instead. The 218 is specified for new metal stud partitions and for rewiring work in metal stud interior walls.
4) Can a Red-Dot 2IH3-2 box be used in place of a RACO 218 for metal stud rough-in?
No, those two boxes solve different problems. The RACO 218 is a 4-square metal stud box, 1-1/2 inch deep, configured to attach directly to metal stud framing during interior rough-in and sized to accept standard 4-square device rings and covers. The Thomas & Betts Red-Dot 2IH3-2 is a 2-gang RT box with three 3/4 inch hubs, so conduit threads straight into the body rather than being clamped into a stud-mounted square box, and it carries no stud-mount bracket for framing. For switches and receptacles in a metal stud partition, the 218 is the box that matches the opening; use the hub-style Red-Dot box where threaded conduit entries are what the run calls for.
5) How deep is the RACO 218, and is that enough room for a couple of devices and conductors?
The body is 1-1/2 inches deep, which is the usual commercial 4-square depth and gives more interior room for conductors and device terminations than a shallow box. Pair it with a raised device ring if you need additional volume for your conductor count.
6) Is the RACO 218 metal or plastic? I need it for a commercial job.
Metal. The 218 is a metal 4-square box, which is what commercial work generally calls for since it takes job-site handling and supports grounding continuity through the raceway system.
7) What part number do I order for the RACO 4-square metal stud box?
Order RACO model 218. That is the complete manufacturer part number, and the box ships as the body only, so add the device ring or cover separately for the device you are installing.
8) Is a Thomas & Betts Red-Dot 2IH3-2 an alternative to the RACO 218?
No, those are different animals. The Red-Dot 2IH3-2 is a 2-gang RT box with three 3/4 inch hubs, built for threaded conduit entry rather than stud mounting in a drywall partition. Use the RACO 218 for in-wall rough-in on metal studs; reach for the hubbed Red-Dot box where you are landing 3/4 inch conduit on a box directly.
9) We standardize on 4-square device rings across a facility - does the Red-Dot 2IH3-2 take the same covers as the RACO 218?
Plan on two separate cover programs. The RACO 218 follows standard 4-square box conventions and is sized to accept common 4-square device rings and covers, so it fits whatever ring stock you already carry for switches and receptacles. The Thomas & Betts Red-Dot 2IH3-2 is a 2-gang RT box, a different body form with three 3/4 inch hubs, so it is not part of the 4-square ring and cover family. If facility-wide standardization on 4-square rings is the goal, the 218 is the box that keeps that inventory consistent.
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