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The TayMacMKG420CS Nonmetallic Extra Duty Complete in-Use Cover is a robust 15 Amp WRTR Self-Test GFCI Kit designed for outdoor use. It features a quick installation process, tamper-resistant safety measures, and is built from high-impact polycarbonate for maximum durability. Certified to cULus and NEMA standards, it ensures secure and reliable power for your outdoor appliances.
C**F
These outlets work very well
Firstly, the reviews that say that the GFCI fails after working once or failed altogether upon flipping the circuit breaker are caused by user error. GFCIs are *very* sensitive during operation and will not work if they are installed incorrectly. I also wired one incorrectly the first time and it wouldn't work. Of course it didn't. After a face palm, I wired that one correctly and it unsurprisingly worked. If you have any problems, FOLLOW THE MANUAL. The diagrams in the manual show exactly where the wires go.These kits are also sold at Lowes, but they are cheaper on Amazon. It isn't like this is an untested company, either. Taymac makes industrial-grade electric components. These boxes are built well. They seem to be designed such that there are no pieces that could break due to standard wear and tear.Installing the box to my house was easy enough once I got creative with cutting my siding. The cuts I had to make were 1/2" horizontal slices to allow mounting tabs to fit behind the siding. If this was a new house, I certainly would have installed the boxes before installing the siding to prevent these cuts. However, I needed to apply caulk in order to weatherproof the connection between the house and box, so adding a little extra caulk for these slices fixes the problem. The only way anyone would know I did it is if they are actively looking for imperfections.If I am going to nit-pick about anything, the only design flaw I have found is the slot at the bottom of the box, where your power cord goes. It needs to be removed either permanently, leaving a small hole at the bottom, or removed and not lost every time I use the box. I think it would be better to have this slot spring-loaded so I can open the cover, plug my power cord, press the cord gently against the slot, and close the cover again. I don't want to have to keep track of this slot, but alas, I do.I bought three of these units. Every one of them works perfectly. If I decide to add more outlets to an outside structure, or build a new structure that needs power, I will be using these boxes (unless Taymac makes a revision to fix the slot problem!). I highly recommend these.
C**3
Everything in one package
If you've been to a hardware store lately, you know that stuff like this is hit/miss for being in stock. I wanted to replace an old outlet on the front of the house with something that looks better and actually keeps the weather out. I liked the idea of getting the box, cover, and GFCI outlet all in one package.It showed up and after taking it apart it has everything you need except some wall anchors and caulking to seal it to the house. If you are adding it or replacing an existing gang box keep in mind that this one doesn't have holes to bolt to the wall. It does have clips/screws you can use but I wanted to reuse the existing anchors so I had to drill a couple of holes in the gang box. No big deal, just letting you know.It installed quickly once I drilled holes to match the old wall anchors. I hit the back with some outdoor silicone in gray that matches the gang box and our brick, that keeps any water from getting inside the box or the house.The 20 amp gfci seems like any outlet, yeah, it's cheaper than a Leviton, etc. but if it works for a few years you can always replace it with a better one down the line. I like the cover because it has the removable plastic piece at the bottom so that you can leave an extension cord plugged in and the cover stays down.Overall, it was actually cheaper than buying everything separately, seems well made as far as the cover goes, a metal gang box is a metal gang box, and the gfci is working.
A**R
Made very well
Did the job. Water proof was important.
S**C
Great purchase
I needed to add an exterior outlet to my metal building and liked that this one came with the outlet paired with the perfect sized cover. It came packaged nicely and was easy to use. All you need for this is caulking to seal is and the correct electrical wire! If you are having trouble knowing what outlet and box to pair together in the hardware store or what to buy, highly recommend buying this set.I waited to write a review so I could know it works and is weather proof. It has rained here a couple times since I installed and it remained dry!
A**R
Used to give me a very safe outlet
I set this up with a caged security light, so that outside behind my garage next to the man door, and the GFCI receptacle so if you are working outside with a tool plugged in . And the tool shorted, the GFCI would disconnect protecting you from shock or electrocution.
D**C
Outdoor outlet
Great quality. Great value.Works extremely well.
L**A
Everything in the box and east to install.
Liked the price, quality and ease of installation. Movement to pin to orient the cover from vertical to horizontal was a bit of a challenge for me. However, that does not indicate an issue with the product itself.Everything you need for installation is included !
P**L
Perfect for outdoor outlet
Gray value for money I paid for this kit. Having kit, you don’t need to worry about fit and water protection. Everything in one package to get job done.
D**.
Calidad
Excelente calidad, muy bien construido pensé que el GFCI estába defectuoso, pero hablé a un electricista profesional y solucionado, lo recomiendo.
R**N
Good sturdy product
I like kit, everything is in the box, easy to install.
I**M
Best GFCI kit
Great GFCI Kit, the Box and the Cover are excellent quality, easy to use and Install. Price has gone up now since I've purchased is the only negative.
C**N
Excelente
Extraordinario producto completo como kit, para realizar conexiones eléctricas y que se encuentren en la intemperie, el acabado impecable, totalmente complacido.
J**E
Works very well
I would like to buy them In a lot of 10 for better price.
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