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Hubbell 5180 7 2 Hole Weatherproof Device Review

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Very good

Revainrating 4.5 out of 5  
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4.5
🔌 Wiring & Connecting, 💡 Industrial Electrical

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Description of Hubbell 5180 7 2 Hole Weatherproof Device

Item Weight: 0.38 lb. Country of Origin: China. Color: Bronze. Brand name: Hubbell.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fine workmanship Easy to use

L Good looking and extremely easy to install. The gasket is fine. I just wish they would add a latch to allow the lid to be opened at >100 degrees. Sockets used to be designed that way, but I haven't found anything like it in years. Anyway, this model is well built compared to others I've worked with at Ace, Home Depot, and Lowes. Neither of them were the color I wanted to replace with the 26 year old worn cap I was replacing. (Full disclosure. This is a copy of the almost identical GFI…

Pros
  • Socket covers
Cons
  • Cord shorter than other models

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Hubbell-Bell 5180-7 Weatherproof Case

As shown. Almost what I was looking for. Unfortunately. The lids don't snap into the open position like on previous models. It's also made from a lighter material while still remaining metallic. PRO: Looks good. Fits well. Works CONS: - Doesn't latch - Doesn't open at least 90º I have a simple device with a visual socket that I can see up close or far away by just plugging it into a socket, but since only the lids open for about 75º80º, I can't connect this or other items with a similar…

Pros
  • Electrical
Cons
  • Slim