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RACO 293 Drawn Steel 4 in. Round Ceiling Pan, 1/2 in. Deep, Five 1/2 in. KO
The RACO 293 is a drawn steel 4 in. round ceiling pan built for fixture mounting and junction applications where a compact, low-profile box is required. This 1/2 in. deep pan is manufactured from a single piece of drawn steel for consistent wall thickness and strength, and it arrives with five 1/2 in. knockouts to give installers flexible conduit entry options. The RACO 293 is UL Listed, making it a dependable choice for residential and commercial electrical work where code-compliant steel boxes and covers are specified.
Key Features
- Compact Footprint: 4 in. round diameter with a shallow 1/2 in. deep profile, sized for tight ceiling fixture locations.
- Durable Construction: Drawn steel, one-piece body construction for a strong, seamless enclosure that resists deformation during installation.
- Knockout Configuration: Five 1/2 in. knockouts provide multiple conduit entry points for flexible routing on the job site.
- Steel Boxes and Covers Category: Engineered as part of RACO's steel boxes and covers line for standardized fit with compatible fixtures and covers.
- UL Listed: Independently certified for safe, code-compliant use in ceiling fixture and junction box installations.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Steel Boxes and Covers
- Product Depth: 0.5 in
- Certified Listed: UL Listed
Typical Applications
- Ceiling Fixture Mounting
- Residential and Commercial Electrical Installations
- Conduit and Raceway Systems
- New Construction and Renovation Wiring
Why RACO?
RACO builds its 293 ceiling pan from drawn steel for a rugged, one-piece enclosure that holds up to the demands of everyday electrical installation work. Backed by UL Listing, the 293 gives electrical professionals a dependable, code-compliant steel box solution with five 1/2 in. knockouts for flexible conduit routing. Choose RACO for consistent quality in steel boxes and covers that installers can trust on every job.
Manufacturer Resources
Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- list_batch:
- RACO-20260916
- Product Type:
- Ceiling Box
- Product Depth:
- 0.5 in
- Certified Listed:
- UL Listed
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Electrical Boxes
- Product Group:
- Boxes & Enclosures
RACO RACO293 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will a 1/2 inch deep ceiling pan give me enough room for my wire splices?
It is tight. At 0.5 in. deep, the 293 is a shallow 4 in. round pan meant for compact ceiling fixture locations where a standard 4 in. round box will not fit. Device and splice volume is minimal, so for multiple conduit runs joined in the box, step up to a deeper 4 in. round box instead.
2) How many conduit entries does the RACO 293 round pan have?
Five 1/2 in. knockouts, so you can bring in and continue a run from multiple directions without adding a second box. Standard 1/2 in. trade size means ordinary 1/2 in. connectors and clamps land in them.
3) Is the RACO 293 ceiling pan UL Listed for commercial work?
Yes, the 293 is UL Listed and the manufacturer calls it out for both residential and commercial electrical installations, including conduit and raceway systems in new construction and renovation.
4) What is the difference between a drawn steel ceiling pan and a nonmetallic ceiling box?
Drawn steel, like the RACO 293, is a one-piece stamped body with consistent wall thickness, used with metal conduit and raceway where a steel box is specified and bonding is through the box. Nonmetallic alternatives such as the Allied Moulded 9304 fiberglass or PC244OW FlexBox are used with nonmetallic cable and need no bonding of the enclosure itself. If the drawing calls for steel boxes and covers, the 293 is the one that matches.
5) Does the RACO 293 come with a cover or fixture strap?
The 293 is the pan body only. Fixture straps, covers, and any screws for hanging the luminaire are separate items, so add the cover or strap that matches your fixture and the 4 in. round opening when you order.
6) What is the difference between the RACO 293 and a nonmetallic ceiling fixture support box?
Material and role. The RACO 293 is a one-piece drawn steel pan, UL Listed, with five 1/2 in. knockouts for conduit entry, which suits conduit and raceway systems. The nonmetallic alternatives are molded: the Allied Moulded 9304 is fiberglass reinforced and the PC244OW FlexBox and SB-CB Sliderbox are ceiling fixture support boxes in the FlexBox and Sliderbox series respectively. If the branch circuit is run in conduit and you need a bonded metal enclosure, the steel 293 is the match; if the run is cable into a molded box, look at the Allied Moulded units.
7) I need a ceiling box that can be positioned between joists after the drywall is up. Is the RACO 293 the right choice?
The RACO 293 is a fixed 4 in. round pan at 1/2 in. deep and does not adjust laterally. For adjustable placement, the Allied Moulded SB-CB Sliderbox and the PC244OW FlexBox are ceiling fixture support boxes in the Sliderbox and FlexBox series, and the Pass & Seymour Reiker is a drop ceiling fan and fixture support box. Use the 293 where the fixture location is already fixed and a shallow pan clears the framing.
8) What part number do I order for the RACO 4 in. round shallow ceiling pan?
Order RACO model 293. That is the manufacturer part number for the drawn steel 4 in. round ceiling pan at 1/2 in. deep with five 1/2 in. knockouts, and it is the only configuration under that number.
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