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- Sidemount Plus Fan Box allows safe, simple installation of fans and fixtures, ideal for remodel applications
- Supports ceiling fans and lighting fixtures up to 70 pounds
- Includes three 1/2-inch Romex or conduit knockouts, two sets of Romex knockouts, one Romex clamp
- 21.5-cubic-inch wiring capacity, electrical box is 2-1/8 inches deep
- Includes sidemount bracket, electrical box, Saf-T-Cap, mounting hardware and instructions
Product Description
The Westinghouse Sidemount Plus Fan Box allows you to safely install your ceiling fan or lighting fixture without having to access attic space. The box’s design provides secure attachment to an existing ceiling joist. It is ideal for installation during new construction or remodeling, and it can be installed in finished ceilings through a hole large enough to fit the box. The Sidemount Plus features a heavy-duty, all-metal, 2-1/8-inch-deep electrical box with 21.5-cubic-inch wiring capacity. To install it in a finished ceiling, simply mount the bracket to a joist through a 4-inch hole in the drywall, pull the wire into the box, and remount the box to the bracket. The sidemount bracket is removable for easy replacement of existing nail-on boxes without attic access. The included Saf-T-Cap will protect bolts and wires during drywall installation and painting. The fan box is UL listed to support fans and light fixtures up to 70 pounds. Dual mounting capability; includes 10-24 threads for heavier fans and fixtures, as well as 8-32 threads for cover plates and lightweight lighting fixtures. Westinghouse is a trusted, global brand. Westinghouse knows lighting and offers products with exceptional quality, reliability and functionality. Product reference number 01240.
From the Manufacturer
The Westinghouse Lighting 01240-11 Sidemount Plus Fan Box allows contractors or do-it-yourselfers to safely install a ceiling fan or lighting fixture. Ideal for installation during new construction or remodeling, the Sidemount Plus Fan Box can also be installed in finished ceilings. Simply mount the bracket to a joist through a 4-Inch hole in the drywall and then pull the wire into the box and remount the box to the bracket. The sidemount bracket is removable for easy replacement of existing nail-on boxes without attic access, and the box comes with a Saf-T-Cap to protect bolts and wires during drywall installation and painting. The Sidemount’s design provides secure attachment to an existing ceiling joist. The 2-1/8-Inch deep box with 21-1/2-cubic-Inch capacity features heavy-duty, all-metal construction and dual mounting capabilities for lightweight lighting fixtures or ceiling fans and chandeliers. It has three knockouts for Conduit or Romex, and it comes with two Romex clamps and all necessary mounting hardware. Designed to fit any model of ceiling fan, the Sidemount Plus Fan Box is UL listed for fixture support of 70 pounds or less and is acceptable for fan support of 70 pounds or less. This item is bulk packed with 12 per cut case. What’s in the Box Heavy-duty 2-1/8-Inch-deep, 21-1/2-cubic-Inch dual-mount support box, three knockouts for conduit or Romex, two Romex clamps, Saf-T-Cap, and mounting hardware. Bulk packed, 12 per cut case.