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Model: RACO-696
RACO 696 2-Gang Masonry Box, Nongangable, 3-1/2 in. Deep, Steel ConstructionThe RACO 696 is a 2-Gang Masonry Box engineered for concrete block and masonry wall installations, offering a nongangable...
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RACO 697 3-Gang Masonry Box, Nongangable, 3-1/2 in. Deep, Steel, UL Listed
The RACO 697 is a 3-Gang Masonry Box purpose-built for installations in concrete block, brick, and other masonry wall assemblies where a fixed, nongangable device box is required. Constructed of durable steel and classified under Steel Boxes and Covers, this rugged enclosure measures 3-1/2 in. deep to accommodate three-gang switch and receptacle devices along with their wiring. The box includes nineteen concentric knockouts, giving electricians multiple conduit entry points and size options for flexible field routing. Backed by UL Listing, the RACO 697 is engineered to meet recognized safety standards for commercial and residential electrical rough-in work.
Key Features
- Trade Size: 3-1/2 in. deep body delivers generous interior volume, supporting three-gang device installation and wire fill in masonry wall construction.
- Durable Steel Construction: Manufactured as part of the Steel Boxes and Covers line, the 697 offers rugged, long-lasting performance suited to demanding job-site conditions.
- Nongangable 3-Gang Configuration: The box ships as a fixed 3-gang unit and cannot be ganged with additional boxes, simplifying layout planning where a set device count is specified.
- Nineteen Concentric Knockouts: Multiple concentric knockout options allow electricians to choose the conduit size and entry location best suited to the installation.
- UL Listed: Independently tested and listed, supporting code-compliant installation in commercial and residential electrical systems.
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 Wall Device Box Installations
- Commercial and Residential Construction
- Multi-Gang Switch and Receptacle Wiring
- New Construction and Renovation Projects
- Concrete Block and Brick Wall Wiring
Why RACO?
RACO manufactures the 697 masonry box from steel for rugged, dependable performance in demanding rough-in environments, and lists it under the Steel Boxes and Covers category for straightforward specification. Its UL Listed status confirms the box has been evaluated to recognized safety standards, giving contractors confidence in code-compliant performance. With a nongangable 3-gang design, 3-1/2 in. depth, and nineteen concentric knockouts, the RACO 697 provides electricians with a reliable, versatile solution for masonry wall wiring on commercial and residential projects.
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 RACO697 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can I gang the RACO 697 with another box to get more device positions?
No. The 697 ships as a fixed 3-gang unit and is nongangable, so the sides do not come off and you cannot bolt a fourth gang onto it. If the layout needs four or more devices, you have to order a box already built in that gang count.
2) What should I use instead of the RACO 697 if the devices are going into a steel stud partition rather than masonry?
The RACO 697 is built for concrete block, brick, and other masonry wall assemblies, so a stud-wall opening calls for a different box. The Cantex EZ20SB EZ Box is a 1-gang non-metallic box made for steel stud framing, and the Thomas & Betts LXWOWC-25 Steel City Adjust-A-Box is a 1-gang gangable switch box in pre-galvanized steel. Both are single-gang, so three devices in one opening would mean ganging the Steel City box up to the device count rather than using one fixed body.
3) The RACO 697 cannot be ganged. Which comparable box lets me build up the gang count on site?
The RACO 697 ships as a fixed 3-gang unit and is not gangable, so the device count is set when you specify it. The Thomas & Betts LXWOWC-25 Steel City Adjust-A-Box is a 1-gang gangable switch box in pre-galvanized steel, so it is the one in the group you assemble to the gang count you need in the field.
4) How many devices fit in a RACO 697, and how much depth do I have behind them?
Three devices side by side, switches, receptacles, or a mix. Interior depth is 3-1/2 inches, which leaves room behind a three-gang device set for the conductors and splices feeding them.
5) Does the RACO 697 masonry box have conduit entries, or do I have to drill it?
No drilling. The box comes with nineteen concentric knockouts, so you punch out the ring size you need and you have a choice of entry locations on the back and sides for your EMT or rigid run. Concentric rings let one knockout serve more than one trade size.
6) Is the RACO 697 UL Listed for commercial electrical work?
Yes, the 697 is UL Listed, which is what an inspector looks for on a device box in commercial or residential rough-in.
7) Is there a non-metallic alternative if I do not want a steel box?
The 697 is steel only. For a nonmetallic box, Allied Moulded makes the 2302-NKV, a fiberglass reinforced 2-gang switch box, and the P-181 FlexBox, a 1-gang thermoplastic switch/receptacle box rated 18 cubic inches. Neither is a masonry box, so they are substitutes only if you are moving to stud or frame construction.
8) Is there a non-metallic alternative to the steel RACO 697 for a 2-gang device opening?
The RACO 697 is a steel 3-gang body 3-1/2 in. deep. For a non-metallic 2-gang box, the Allied Moulded 2302-NKV is a fiberglass reinforced 2-gang electrical switch box from the FiberglassBox series. Note the device count differs - two gangs instead of three - so it is not a direct swap for a three-device opening.
9) For a single switch in a residential remodel, is the RACO 697 overkill?
The RACO 697 is a fixed 3-gang masonry box with 3-1/2 in. of depth, sized for three devices and their wire fill. For one device in residential wood framing, the Allied Moulded P-181 FlexBox is a 1-gang thermoplastic switch/receptacle box with 18 cu. in. of volume, which is the simpler single-device option in the group.
10) Does the RACO 697 or one of the plastic boxes carry a UL Listing for commercial rough-in?
The RACO 697 is UL Listed, which supports code-compliant use in commercial and residential electrical systems, and it carries nineteen concentric knockouts for conduit entry. The non-metallic comparables are identified by series rather than listing - the Allied Moulded P-181 in the FlexBox series and the Cantex EZ20SB in the EZ Box series - and they are single-gang boxes rather than 3-gang masonry bodies.
11) Will the Steel City Adjust-A-Box work as a drop-in replacement for a RACO 697?
No. The RACO 697 is a nongangable 3-gang masonry box, 3-1/2 in. deep, with nineteen concentric knockouts for conduit. The Thomas & Betts LXWOWC-25 Steel City Adjust-A-Box is a 1-gang gangable box in pre-galvanized steel - both are steel, but the Adjust-A-Box starts at one gang and is built to be assembled, so it is a different approach to the same device count rather than a one-for-one replacement.
12) What is the exact part number to order for the RACO 3-gang masonry box?
RACO 697. That is the manufacturer part number and the box is sold as that single model, so there are no finish or depth options to pick.
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