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RACO 696 2-Gang Masonry Box, Nongangable, 3-1/2 in. Deep, Steel Construction
The RACO 696 is a 2-Gang Masonry Box engineered for concrete block and masonry wall installations, offering a nongangable steel body that is 3-1/2 in. deep to accommodate device wiring and connections. Featuring sixteen concentric knockouts for flexible conduit entry, this box is UL Listed for code-compliant electrical rough-in work. Its rugged steel construction provides the durability required for demanding commercial and industrial masonry applications, giving contractors a dependable option for two-device switch and receptacle installations.
Key Features
- 2-Gang Configuration: Sized to accommodate two-device installations such as switches and receptacles set into masonry walls.
- Nongangable Design: Fixed 2-gang footprint that cannot be combined with additional boxes, simplifying layout planning and box selection.
- 3-1/2 in. Deep Body: Extra interior depth provides ample volume for wire connections, splices, and device mounting hardware.
- Sixteen Concentric Knockouts: Multiple concentric KO's allow flexible conduit sizing and entry from multiple directions on the box.
- Durable Steel Construction: Rugged steel body is built to withstand the rigors of masonry wall installation and long-term service.
- UL Listed: Certified for safe, code-compliant electrical box installations.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Steel Boxes and Covers
- Product Depth: 3.5 in
- Gangable: No
- Certified Listed: UL Listed
Typical Applications
- Masonry and Concrete Block Wall Wiring
- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
- Two-Device Switch and Receptacle Mounting
- New Construction Rough-In Work
- Conduit and Raceway Entry Points
Why RACO?
RACO 696 masonry boxes deliver the rugged steel construction and UL Listed performance that electrical professionals rely on for durable, code-compliant installations. With a nongangable 2-gang design, a 3-1/2 in. deep body, and sixteen concentric knockouts for flexible conduit routing, this box is built to handle demanding masonry wall applications from rough-in through final device installation. Choose RACO for dependable, professional-grade electrical boxes trusted on commercial and industrial jobsites.
Manufacturer Resources
Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- list_batch:
- RACO-20260916
- Product Type:
- Switch Box
- Product Depth:
- 3.5 in
- Gangable:
- No
- Certified Listed:
- UL Listed
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Electrical Boxes
- Product Group:
- Boxes & Enclosures
RACO RACO696 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can the RACO 696 masonry box be ganged with another box to make a 3-gang opening?
No. The RACO 696 is nongangable, so the 2-gang footprint is fixed and you cannot bolt another box to it to pick up a third device. If the layout needs three or more devices in a masonry wall, you have to order a box already built in that gang size rather than build it up from 696s.
2) Is the RACO 696 the right box for setting switches into a concrete block wall?
Yes, that's exactly what it's built for. The 696 is a steel 2-gang masonry box intended for concrete block and masonry wall rough-in, taking two devices such as a switch pair or a switch and receptacle. For wood or steel stud partitions you'd want a stud-mount box instead, like the Steel City Adjust-A-Box LXWOWC-25 or the Cantex EZ20SB non-metallic steel stud box, both 1-gang.
3) How deep is the RACO 696, and will it fit in a standard 4-inch block?
The body is 3-1/2 inches deep. Nominal 4 inch CMU has a face shell and core that accepts a 3-1/2 inch box, but on block thinner than 4 inches you will run out of depth. The extra depth is there to give you room for splices, device yokes and mounting hardware behind two devices.
4) What is the closest 2-gang alternative to the RACO 696 if the wall is not masonry?
For a 2-gang opening outside masonry construction, the Allied Moulded 2302-NKV is a 2-gang electrical switch box in fiberglass reinforced construction. The RACO 696 is a steel 2-gang box built specifically for concrete block and masonry walls, 3-1/2 in. deep and nongangable, so it is the one to specify when the device is being set into block. Both cover two devices, but the 696 is steel and the 2302-NKV is fiberglass reinforced.
5) Can I gang RACO 696 boxes together the way I would a Steel City Adjust-A-Box?
No. The RACO 696 is nongangable - its 2-gang footprint is fixed and the sides do not come off to join another box. The Thomas & Betts LXWOWC-25 Steel City Adjust-A-Box is a gangable 1-gang box, so that is the one to use when you want to build up a multi-device run from single boxes. If you need more than two devices in a masonry wall, plan the layout around fixed-footprint boxes rather than ganging the 696.
6) How many conduit entries does the RACO 696 masonry box have, and can I pick the trade size?
Sixteen concentric knockouts around the box. Concentric KOs mean each opening steps out to more than one trade size, so you knock out only the ring you need for the connector you are using, and you can bring conduit in from multiple directions without adding a separate pull point.
7) Is the RACO 696 UL Listed for commercial electrical inspection?
The 696 is UL Listed as an electrical box, which is what an inspector looks for on commercial and industrial masonry rough-in. The steel body also satisfies jobs where the spec calls for a metallic box rather than a fiberglass or thermoplastic one such as the Allied Moulded 2302-NKV fiberglass 2-gang.
8) What is the non-metallic alternative if my job doesn't allow a steel box?
For a 2-gang non-metallic box, the Allied Moulded 2302-NKV is fiberglass reinforced. For single-gang work there is the Allied Moulded P-181 FlexBox thermoplastic box at 18 cubic inches, or the Cantex EZ20SB. None of those are masonry boxes though, so if you are setting into block, the steel 696 is the one made for that wall type.
9) I only need one device at that location - is there a smaller box than the RACO 696?
Yes. For a single device, the Allied Moulded P-181 FlexBox is a 1-gang thermoplastic switch/receptacle box rated 18 cu. in., and the Thomas & Betts LXWOWC-25 Steel City Adjust-A-Box is a 1-gang gangable switch box in pre-galvanized steel. The RACO 696 is a fixed 2-gang footprint and cannot be reduced or combined, since it is nongangable, so a 1-gang box is the correct choice when only one switch or receptacle lands in that opening.
10) Is a non-metallic steel stud box like the Cantex EZ20SB a substitute for the RACO 696?
They solve different framing problems. The Cantex EZ20SB EZ Box is a 1-gang non-metallic box made to mount to steel studs, so it belongs in a framed partition wall. The RACO 696 is a 2-gang steel box intended for concrete block and masonry wall rough-in, with sixteen concentric knockouts for conduit entry from several directions. Device count and wall type both differ, so the EZ20SB is not a drop-in for a 696 masonry opening.
11) Which of these boxes should I use if the job spec calls for UL Listed steel for commercial conduit work?
The RACO 696 is the steel, UL Listed option for that requirement - a 2-gang masonry box with a 3-1/2 in. deep steel body and concentric knockouts for conduit entry. Among the alternatives, the Thomas & Betts LXWOWC-25 is also steel, in a pre-galvanized 1-gang gangable form, while the Allied Moulded P-181 is thermoplastic and the Cantex EZ20SB is non-metallic, which rules both out where the drawing calls for a steel box.
12) What is the manufacturer part number for the RACO 2-gang masonry box?
RACO 696. That is the single model on offer, so there is no finish or size choice to specify when you order it.
13) Does the RACO 696 come with a cover or device plate?
The 696 is the box itself, a 2-gang masonry body with knockouts. Device plates, connectors and any mud ring or cover are ordered separately to suit the devices going in.
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