What do the side long screws do? Do they cause the metal on the side of the box to flange out and move forward to catch the back of the sheetrock ?

Yes. That is what they are intended for. I used my electrical box to catch the back of plywood but I’m sure it would work the same way with Sheetrock.

Do the flanges get in the way of the knockouts on the side?

The flanges are removable. Take off the screw, knock out, then reinstall the flanges. I had no problem. I installed 2 side by side. Old construction 1947 mortar walls.

Could I connect two of these vertically rather than side by side?

You will have to space them far enough apart to put 2 covers on as they don’t make a double cover in that configuration

Will this work with 3/4” thick drywall?

I think so, I installed one in a wall with 1/2" drywall on top of lathe & plaster and I feel like it could have been even thicker. I've also installed one in wood that was at least 3/4" thick. It holds very well in both cases.

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RACO Gangable Switch Box, 3 in. x 2 in., 2-1/2 in. Deep, Old Work, Gray | TigerGrip Clips, Plaster Ears, Eight 1/2 in. Knockouts, UL Listed, 12.5 cu.in. Capacity, Steel Construction, Fire Rated

Product ID: 18504329

Details

Brand
RACO
Color
Gray Finish
Material
Metal Wood
Product Dimensions
2.5"D x 3"W x
Style
Compact

📦12.5 cu. in. capacity

🔥UL Listed & 2-hour fire rated

🔧8 knockouts for versatile wiring

€ 22.64

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Description

⚡ Power your space with precision and safety — the pro’s choice switch box!

OLD WORK READY - Plaster ears and tiger grip clips for seamless retrofit installs
SAFETY CERTIFIED - UL Listed and fire rated for peace of mind in any project
COMPACT YET SPACIOUS - 3x2 inch footprint with 2.5 inch depth for ample wiring room
MODULAR GANGABLE DESIGN - Easily stack multiple boxes for expanded device setups
UNIVERSAL WIRING COMPATIBILITY - Supports conduit, NMSC, armored, metal clad, and flex cables

The Hubbell-Raco 506 is a compact, gangable switch box designed for old work applications, featuring a 12.5 cubic inch capacity, eight 1/2-inch knockouts, and plaster ears for easy retrofit installation. Compatible with multiple wiring methods and UL Listed with a 2-hour fire rating, it ensures safe, flexible, and professional-grade electrical setups.

Specifications

ASIN	B000BQMERA
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Best Sellers Rank	#61,776 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #105 in Electrical Outlet Boxes
Brand	RACO
Capacity	12.5 Cubic Inches
Color	Gray Finish
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (244)
Date First Available	October 29, 2008
Finish	Wood
Finish Type	Wood
Global Trade Identification Number	00050169005064
Included Components	old work clips
Installation Type	Screw-In
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Weight	9.6 ounces
Item model number	506
Manufacturer	Hubbell
Material	Metal, Wood
National Stock Number	5935-00-636-6968
Part Number	506
Product Dimensions	2.5"D x 3"W x 2.5"H
Size	No Size
Specification Met	Ul
Style	Compact
UPC	050169005064
Warranty Description	1 Year Warranty

Reviews

B**R

Works Good

I have bought many of these over the years. They work well for old work and are stackable for extra outlets etc.

2.01.2024

C**J

Great reno box

I will use it again, simple to use

11.06.2022

H**S

Versatile, stable, diy wonderful

Ngl, I love this box so much. For a single room homeowner renovation project, I was having to move power back and forth and I really can't stand the plastic 1 gang boxes when I know changes are going to happen. I don't like them most other times either and if I had good reason to, I'd replace all of the 1 gang in the house with this for the next guy. While I appreciate the depth of this box, there are so many thoughtful elements included here and that is probably why you are reading reviews. This is the right one.

17.06.2025

D**G

Very Satisfied

They give you a cardboard template to make the proper sized hole in the wall. Easy to install. Side “wings” work great to secure fixture inside wall. Very satisfied with this product.

11.01.2020

C**R

Great

Nice cut in box when not readily available at stores

11.11.2024

J**7

It does what it is supposed to do.

No problems with it at all. Installed easily.

5.08.2021

V**Y

Ears worked perfect

The adition of the ears worked perfectly for contractors screw ups wholes

21.06.2023

R**D

Great

Great old work box

31.08.2023

S**0

Just what I needed for a remodel box since I was installing a new receptacle in a kitchen Island. Comes with a template. It snugs up tight against the inside without needing a stud.

23.02.2021

J**H

did the job, seems durable. i did not need the steel wings - but that is a great option for an existing wall

6.11.2020

E**N

cant reallt tighten it too much, the rear plate might damage the edge of the cutout.

12.08.2020

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