Ceiling Fan Box Mounting Screws

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.

Ceiling fan box mounting screws.

Kichler fan accessories oiled bronze steel angle mount ceiling fan mounting hardware. Direct mount fixture fan ceiling box model s116fan 6 93 6 93. The national electrical code nec allows you to hang up to 50 lbs. The box must be mounted firmly either by attaching it directly to a framing member or by using a fan rated brace.

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. Direct mount fixture fan ceiling box model s116fan 6 93 6 93. Free delivery with 45 order. Junction boxes like that one are 8 32.

Kichler basics revisited brushed nickel metal angle mount ceiling fan mounting hardware. From any electrical box that is threaded to accept no. 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. Free delivery with 45 order.

Device switch boxes are 6 32. Raco 1 gang gray metal interior new work old work standard ceiling fan ceiling electrical box. This includes almost every type of ceiling box. The fan is heavier than a regular ceiling light and there is a lot of torque on the mounting screws as the fan spins.

How to install a. The junction box should be mounted to one of the ceiling joists. References one project closer. For pricing and availability.

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. Ko s 10 pack model 295 1 41 98. Ko s 10 pack model 295 1 41 98. Ground screws are 10 32.

Madison electric products fan and fixture 1 gang gray polycarbonate new work old work standard ceiling fan ceiling electrical box. 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. Set your store to see local availability add to cart. For pricing and availability.

Round ceiling fan rated pan 1 2 deep with 1 2 in.