Steel Old Work Fan Box For Sheet Metal Studs

Ceiling fan box with metal cover model cmb50 3 25 3 25.

Steel old work fan box for sheet metal studs.

Metal studs are made from steel a 100 recyclable material. For low clearance areas they also come in 1 5 8 inch widths. Metal boxes mean you can drive strong screws into the studs ensuring a maximum amount of holding power. Floor mounted box supports.

The retro brace with box is intended for installations of heavy lighting fixtures or ceiling paddle fans in old work or new work applications. The 1 gang device box is used to house switch or receptacle in an old work application where the wall in already installed. With today s emphasis on building green to save the environment metal studs are a wise choice as a framing. Box has 1 2 in.

Sigma electric 1 gang weatherproof box 1 gang metal weatherproof exterior new work standard rectangular exterior electrical box. Commercial electric 1 2 in. Stud mounted box brackets. If you need to cut dozens of metal studs and tracks quickly use a circular saw fitted with a toothless carborundum metal cutting blade 7 when cutting individual steel studs or tracks with a circular saw cut on the closed or web side and support the piece tightly on sawhorses.

To cut individual steel studs and tracks use straight cut aviation snips photo 1. Steel city s innovative bracket designs simplify the process of positioning and mounting boxes. New work fan rated round outlet box model r9351 nkfr 4 98 4 98. Metal boxes are strong plus they provide a strong attachment to the stud.

Knockouts and can be used with conduit. Pre galvanized steel construction for durability and longevity. Weatherproof electrical box electrical box 1 ul listed boxes brackets recessed boxes brackets 2x4 emt box 2 1 2 metal stud. Steel city boxes and covers are a complete solution for mounting devices and fixtures in wall and ceiling.

Using metal studs as a framing material in your home is challenging especially if you are using standard lumber framing materials. Steel studs are beneficial for building ceilings because they are straight light and can be purchased in longer lengths than wood studs. When attachment to the stud is a major worry choose a metal box. Old work box mounts.

In many applications installing a steel stud ceiling take less time and effort than it would with wood studs. Box is gangable for versatile applications. Other metal box considerations. Through stud cable conduit supports.

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