Light Archon SwiftSet PVC Electrical Boxes, Old Work and New Work
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Light Archon SwiftSet nonmetallic boxes cover cut-in remodel work and nail-on new construction with one quoted platform. Formats span 1-gang and 2-gang device boxes, a round ceiling box, and square junction boxes, all molded from tough PVC.
Old work formats set with swing tabs and mounting ears that clamp drywall or plaster without extra hardware, and integral cable clamps hold nonmetallic cable firm. New work formats nail to studs with captive nails. Device formats carry a 2-hour fire rating per the published listing, and the round ceiling format supports fixtures to 6 lb.
Highlights
- Old work swing tabs and mounting ears set fast in finished walls
- Integral cable clamps grip nonmetallic cable without separate connectors
- New work nail-on format with captive nails for stud framing
- 14 to 25 cu. in. device capacities plus 18 cu. in. round ceiling format
- Square junction formats in 4 x 4 x 2 in. and 6 x 6 x 4 in. sizes
- Nonconductive PVC bodies resist rust and corrosion
- UL listed; device formats carry a 2-hour fire rating per the published listing
Specification Table
| Material | PVC, nonmetallic |
| Formats | 1-gang, 2-gang, round ceiling, square junction |
| Device capacities | 14, 20, and 25 cu. in. |
| Ceiling format | 18 cu. in., supports fixtures to 6 lb |
| Junction sizes | 4 x 4 x 2 in. and 6 x 6 x 4 in. |
| Mount types | Old work swing tabs; new work captive nails |
| Cable entry | Integral clamps for nonmetallic cable |
| Listings | UL listed; 2-hour fire rating on device formats |
| Base body size | 2.25 W x 3.13 H x 2.75 D in. on the 1-gang old work format |
| Environment | Dry interior locations |
Included Components
- Preinstalled swing tabs and cable clamps on old work formats
- Captive nails on new work formats
Installation Notes
- Count conductors, clamps, and devices toward box fill per NEC; the 14 cu. in. base format suits single-device circuits with short conductor counts.
- Cut openings to the box template so swing tabs seat on sound drywall or plaster.
- The ceiling format is listed to 6 lb; use a fan-rated box for paddle fans.
- Junction runs stay accessible and covered; matching covers are confirmed at quote review.
- Device and circuit counts are confirmed at quote review.
Warranty and Support
- Backed by the Light Archon trade supply program; warranty terms are confirmed at quote review.
- Submittal sheets and takeoff review support are available from our electrical supply desk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What devices fit these boxes?
Standard single-device switches and receptacles fit the 1-gang formats, and the 2-gang format takes two devices side by side. Box fill runs from 14 to 25 cu. in. by format.
Do old work formats need extra brackets?
No. Swing tabs and mounting ears clamp the wall from behind, and cable clamps are built in.
Can the ceiling format hold a paddle fan?
No. It is listed for fixtures to 6 lb. Quote the TradeForm fan-rated ceiling format for paddle fans.
Which covers pair with these formats?
Square junction formats take matching flat covers, confirmed at quote review. The CeilGuard cover caps the round ceiling format.
Documents
- Type Electrical Box
- SKU LA-LGT-BX-B1G14-SWFT-1G14OW
- Catalog Reference Installation & Warranty Reference (PDF)
- Spec PDF Open product spec summary
- Submittal PDF Open submittal reference
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