Key Features
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Robust Construction: Crafted from high-quality steel, these switch boxes ensure long-lasting performance and resistance to environmental factors.
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Variety of Depths: Available in multiple depths, ranging from 2 inches to 3-1/2 inches, to accommodate different installation requirements.
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Versatile Cable Compatibility: Options are available for use with conduit, non-metallic cable, and armored and metal-clad cables, providing flexibility for various wiring methods.
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Gangable Design: Many models feature a gangable design, allowing multiple boxes to be joined together for multi-gang configurations, enhancing adaptability on-site.
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Integrated Clamps: Select models come equipped with built-in clamps for non-metallic (NM) and armored/metal-clad (AC/MC) cables, ensuring secure and efficient cable management.
Product Specifications
The following table provides detailed specifications for select Eaton Crouse-Hinds steel switch boxes:
| Catalog Number | Depth (inches) | Width x Length (inches) | Capacity (cubic inches) | Cable Compatibility | Knockouts | Gangable | Bracket Type |
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| TP100 | 1-1/2 | 2 x 3 | 7.5 | Non-metallic | Ends: 2 cable | No | – |
| TP118 | 2 | 2 x 3 | 10.0 | Non-metallic | Ends: 2 cable | Yes | “S”, set 5/8″ |
| TP218 | 2-1/2 | 2 x 3 | 12.5 | Conduit (no clamps) | Ends: 1 x 1/2″ | Yes | – |
| TP236 | 3-1/2 | 2 x 3 | 18.0 | Non-metallic | Ends: 2 cable | Yes | – |
| TP244 | 3-1/2 | 2 x 3 | 18.0 | AC/MC | Ends: 2 cable | Yes | – |
| TP670 | 2-3/4 | 2 x 3 | 14.0 | AC/MC | Ends: 2 cable | Yes | “S”, set 5/8″ |
Note: The above specifications are based on Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds series catalog.
Applications
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Residential: Ideal for housing switches and outlets in homes, ensuring safety and compliance with building codes.
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Commercial: Suitable for offices, retail spaces, and other commercial establishments requiring reliable electrical enclosures.
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Industrial: Designed to withstand the demands of industrial environments, providing secure enclosures for electrical connections.
Certifications and Compliance
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UL Listed: All products meet the stringent safety and quality standards set by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), ensuring compliance with national electrical codes.
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CSA Certified: Select models are certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), indicating adherence to Canadian safety standards.
Installation Considerations
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Mounting: Ensure boxes are securely mounted to structural elements, such as studs or joists, using appropriate fasteners or adjustable bar hangers.
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Cable Entry: Utilize the provided knockouts and integrated clamps for secure and code-compliant cable entry and retention.
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Capacity: Select boxes with adequate cubic inch capacity to accommodate the number of conductors and devices being installed, in accordance with NEC guidelines.
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Cover Plates: Use compatible cover plates to enclose boxes, protecting internal wiring and maintaining a neat appearance.
Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds series steel switch boxes provide reliable and versatile solutions for a wide range of electrical installations, ensuring safety, compliance, and ease of installation.
