RACO 185 4-Inch Square Drawn Metallic Electrical Box

Description:

The RACO 185 Style 4-Inch Square Drawn Metallic Box is used in electrical distribution systems to provide a junction point for conduit runs, wiring splices, and device mounting in commercial and industrial installations. Commonly installed in manufacturing facilities, commercial buildings, electrical rooms, and conduit-based wiring systems requiring protected wire connections. Electricians, maintenance teams, and electrical contractors use this box for new construction, system expansion, and electrical retrofit projects.

Applications:

The 4-inch square metallic junction box is commonly used for branch circuit wiring, conduit transitions, lighting circuits, and power distribution installations in commercial and industrial environments. Its multiple 1/2-inch knockouts allow flexible conduit entry locations for EMT, IMC, and rigid conduit systems while the drawn steel construction provides durability and grounding continuity for electrical installations.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer reference: Comparable to RACO 185
• Product type: Square drawn metallic electrical box
• Box size: 4 in x 4 in
• Box depth: 1-1/4 in
• Construction type: Drawn steel box
• Material: Pre-galvanized steel
• Cubic capacity: 18.0 cubic inches
• Knockout size: 1/2 in
• Total knockouts: 15
• Side knockouts: 10 × 1/2 in
• Bottom knockouts: 5 × 1/2 in
• Mounting type: Screw-on or nail-on installation
• Application: Conduit wiring systems and electrical junctions
• Compatible conduit types: EMT, IMC, and rigid conduit
• Grounding method: Metallic bonded enclosure
• Installation environment: Commercial and industrial electrical systems
• Compliance: UL Listed electrical box construction

Common Replacements:

• Raco 189 Box Square 4 X 1.5
• RACO 187 Drawn 1-1/2-Inch Deep 4-Inch Square Electrical Box
• Raco 196 Box Square 4 X 1.5