Eaton TP249 Switch Box - 18 cu in Capacity, Steel, NEC/CEC
Part Number: TP249
Quick Summary
Eaton TP249 switch box provides a durable enclosure for electrical connections in control panels and conduit runs. Engineers often face tight spaces and mounting challenges, and this gangable steel box simplifies layout with ears, pigtail provisions, and flexible knockouts. It carries UL certification for steel switch boxes and NEC/CEC standards, supporting ordinary/non-hazardous locations, with Canada UL certification for cross-border projects. The 18 cubic inch capacity accommodates compact wiring while maintaining serviceability, and the included AC/MC clamps streamline conductor termination. Together, these features translate to faster install times, improved reliability, and predictable compliance, delivering real business value for panel builders and maintenance teams.
Product Information
Extended Description
TP249 Eaton: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Switch Box, (1) 1/2", 2, AC/MC clamps, 3-1/2", (1) 1/2" , Steel, (2) 1/2", Pigtail, ears, Gangable, 18.0 cubic inch capacity
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series switch box
Catalog Number
TP249
UPC
786189102499
Product Length/Depth
2 in
Product Height
3 in
Product Width
3.5 in
Product Weight
0.82 lb
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
Depth
3-1/2"
Type
Gangable
Capacity
18 cubic in
Conduit/cable
AC/MC clamps
End Knockouts
(1) 1/2 in
Side knockouts
(2) 1/2 in
Bottom Knockouts
(1) 1/2 in
Cable knockouts
2
Material
Steel
Special features
Pigtail, ears
Crouse-Hinds series Steel Switch Boxes catalog page
Steel Switch Boxes UL certification
Steel Switch Boxes UL certification
Steel Outlet Boxes for Electrical Systems
Steel Outlet Boxes for Electrical Systems
Feature: Steel construction with 18 cubic inch capacity. Business impact: robust protection for conductors in industrial environments, enabling safer, more reliable panels. Application: ideal for control panels and machine enclosures where space is at a premium. Feature: Multiple knockouts End (1/2 in), Side (2x 1/2 in), Bottom (1x 1/2 in), and two cable knockouts. Business impact: flexible wiring routes and routing options reduce field modification time and risk of improper terminations. Application: convenient in conveyors, packaging machines, and robotic stations. Feature: AC/MC clamps. Business impact: simplifies conduit termination and reduces wiring errors, cutting installation time. Application: panel enclosures in automotive, food & beverage, and general manufacturing. Feature: Pigtail and ears with gangable design. Business impact: enables modular expansion and space-saving multi-box configurations, lowering cabinet footprint. Application: scalable control panels in automation lines. Feature: Material and location rating. Business impact: steel construction meets industrial durability while NEC/CEC compliance and Ordinary/Non-Hazardous location rating minimize compliance costs. Application: standard electrical rooms and non-hazardous environments across multiple sectors.
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FAQs
The TP249 is a steel, gangable switch box rated for ordinary/non-hazardous locations with an 18 cubic inch capacity and multiple knockouts. It is ideal for control panels, machine enclosures, and junction boxes in manufacturing environments, offering straightforward mounting with ears and a pigtail provision for reliable field assembly.
Key specs include dimensions of 3.5 in width, 3 in height, 2 in depth, weight 0.82 lb, 18 cubic inches of capacity, end knockouts of 1/2 in, side knockouts (two) 1/2 in, bottom knockout 1/2 in, and two cable knockouts, plus AC/MC clamps for conduit termination.
Yes. TP249 is designed for ordinary/non-hazardous locations and complies with NEC/CEC standards. Its steel construction, UL certification, and gangable design make it a robust, scalable enclosure for control panels, motor starters, and junction boxes in manufacturing facilities.
TP249 carries UL certification for steel switch boxes and NEC/CEC compliance, plus Canada UL certification. These certifications ensure safety, reliability, and cross-border applicability, reducing risk during audits and helping meet regulatory requirements in diverse industrial environments.
The steel construction provides durable protection against impact and wear, reducing replacement costs. The multiple knockouts and gangable design speed installation and future expansion, lowering labor and downtime costs and delivering measurable ROI for panel builders and maintenance teams.