Ceiling Fan Box Mounting Screws

Direct mount fixture fan ceiling box model s116fan 6 93 6 93.

Ceiling fan box mounting screws. The junction box should be mounted to one of the ceiling joists. For pricing and availability. Also you could buy a ceiling hugger style fan instead of a stem mounted one and fasten it directly to the ceiling with toggle bolts or similar fasteners instead of just the box since that box is most likely not rated for a fan. Ko s 10 pack model 295 1 41 98.

8 32 machine screws for attaching the crossbar see mounting with screws and cap nuts and mounting with a threaded pipe in additional information below. I would use 10 32 screws about 3 4 longer than the depth of the box so 2 5 or 3 long and screw them into the holes in the back of the box that lie behind the cover plate mounting ears they need to engage into the hanger bar behind the box in order to mount the fan correctly it appears in your case. Free delivery with 45 order. Most building codes require ceiling fans to be mounted on special fan rated boxes which are made of metal or strong plastic and have deep threaded holes for the mounting screws.

Either way the front edge of the box should emerge through the ceiling flush with the drywall so you can screw on the fan s mounting brackets. Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Round ceiling fan rated pan 1 2 deep with 1 2 in. Kichler fan accessories oiled bronze steel angle mount ceiling fan mounting hardware.

From any electrical box that is threaded to accept no. If the fan is going to be located in a spot where there is no joist then it needs to be held in place through a 2 by 6 cross brace. The national electrical code nec allows you to hang up to 50 lbs. The fan is heavier than a regular ceiling light and there is a lot of torque on the mounting screws as the fan spins.

Junction boxes like that one are 8 32. Ground screws are 10 32. Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Ko s 10 pack model 295 1 41 98.

Free delivery with 45 order. This includes almost every type of ceiling box. Device switch boxes are 6 32. Madison electric products fan and fixture 1 gang gray polycarbonate new work old work standard ceiling fan ceiling electrical box.

Direct mount fixture fan ceiling box model s116fan 6 93 6 93. For pricing and availability. Raco 1 gang gray metal interior new work old work standard ceiling fan ceiling electrical box. Round ceiling fan rated pan 1 2 deep with 1 2 in.

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