RACO 506 3 in. x 2 in. Gangable Switch Box, Steel, Old Work
The RACO 506 is a 3 in. x 2 in. gangable switch box built from durable steel, offering a 2-1/2 in. deep cavity with eight 1/2 in. knockouts for flexible conduit entry. Designed for old work (retrofit) installations, this box features integrated plaster ears for secure flush mounting in existing plaster or drywall, plus RACO's Tigergrip feature for added device stability. UL Listed and configured for conduit wiring systems, the RACO 506 is a reliable choice for switch and receptacle installations in residential and commercial retrofit projects.
Key Features
- Trade Size: 3 in. x 2 in. box footprint with a 2-1/2 in. deep cavity for standard wall installations.
- Durable Construction: Steel body construction provides long-term strength and reliable device support.
- Gangable Design: This box is gangable, allowing multiple boxes to be joined together for multi-device switch and receptacle installations.
- Eight 1/2 in. Knockouts: Eight 1/2 in. KO's provide multiple conduit entry points for flexible wiring runs.
- Tigergrip: RACO's Tigergrip feature helps hold devices securely in place during and after installation.
- Old Work Ready: Engineered for old work (retrofit) applications, simplifying installation into existing finished walls.
- Plaster Ears: Integrated plaster ears position the box flush against plaster or drywall surfaces for a clean finish.
- No Bracket: Supplied without a mounting bracket, suited for conduit wiring systems.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Steel Boxes and Covers
- Product Depth: 2.5 in
- Bracket Type: No Bracket
- Wiring System: Conduit
- Gangable: Yes
- Certified Listed: UL Listed
Typical Applications
- Old Work and Retrofit Wall Installations
- Switch and Receptacle Device Mounting
- Conduit Wiring Systems
- Residential and Commercial Construction
- Plaster and Drywall Wall Installations
Why RACO?
RACO builds the 506 switch box from steel for dependable strength, backs it with UL Listing for code-compliant performance, and equips it with practical old work features like plaster ears and Tigergrip device retention. For electricians handling retrofit and gangable box installations, the RACO 506 delivers a dependable, code-compliant solution for conduit wiring systems.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- list_batch:
- RACO-20260916
- Product Type:
- Steel Boxes and Covers
- Product Depth:
- 2.5 in
- Bracket Type:
- No Bracket
- Wiring System:
- Conduit
- Gangable:
- Yes
- Certified Listed:
- UL Listed