Eaton Crouse-Hinds | Steel Switch Boxes

Key Features

• Robust Construction: Crafted from high-quality steel, these switch boxes ensure long-lasting performance and resistance to environmental factors.

• Variety of Depths: Available in multiple depths, ranging from 2 inches to 3-1/2 inches, to accommodate different installation requirements.

• 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.

• Gangable Design: Many models feature a gangable design, allowing multiple boxes to be joined together for multi-gang configurations, enhancing adaptability on-site.

• 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:

Note: The above specifications are based on Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds series catalog.

Applications

• Residential: Ideal for housing switches and outlets in homes, ensuring safety and compliance with building codes.

• Commercial: Suitable for offices, retail spaces, and other commercial establishments requiring reliable electrical enclosures.

• Industrial: Designed to withstand the demands of industrial environments, providing secure enclosures for electrical connections.

Certifications and Compliance

• UL Listed: All products meet the stringent safety and quality standards set by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), ensuring compliance with national electrical codes.

• CSA Certified: Select models are certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), indicating adherence to Canadian safety standards.

Installation Considerations

• Mounting: Ensure boxes are securely mounted to structural elements, such as studs or joists, using appropriate fasteners or adjustable bar hangers.

• Cable Entry: Utilize the provided knockouts and integrated clamps for secure and code-compliant cable entry and retention.

• Capacity: Select boxes with adequate cubic inch capacity to accommodate the number of conductors and devices being installed, in accordance with NEC guidelines.

• 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.