3X2 SWITCH BOX 2-1/2 DEEP

🔌 What it is

A standard 3" x 2" steel switch/device box with 2-1/2" depth, commonly used for wall switches, receptacles, and similar wiring devices.

🧾 What the shorthand means

• 3X2 → Box face dimensions are 3" high × 2" wide
• SWITCH BOX → Intended for switches/devices
• 2-1/2 DEEP → Deep box version for added conductor/device space

⚡ What it does

This box:

• Houses switches, receptacles, dimmers, sensors, etc.
• Provides containment and grounding for wiring splices/devices
• Offers extra depth for more conductor fill or bulky devices
• Is often gangable, allowing multiple boxes to be joined side-by-side

Southwire’s G601 series matches this description as a 3" × 2" × 2-1/2" deep gangable steel switch box.

🏠 Typical uses

• Standard wall switches
• Dimmers / smart switches
• GFCI receptacles
• Occupancy sensors
• Device boxes needing extra wire capacity

🧠 Simple explanation

This is a deep metal single-gang switch box used inside walls for switches/outlets when extra wiring space is needed.