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.95Junction boxes, with blank covers are allowed above a suspended ceiling as it is not considered a closed space. The wires that are loose and wirenuted need to be put in a j-box. Also, clamps need to be used at each wire going into a j-box. Some boxes have clamps pre-installed, if not, you need to use a RX connector in the knockout. Device (switch) boxes are 6-32. Junction boxes like that one are 8-32. Ground screws are 10-32. 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. Good luck and stay . 314.27 Outlet Boxes. (D) Boxes at Ceiling-Suspended (Paddle) Fan Outlets. Outlet boxes or outlet box systems used as the sole support of a ceiling-suspended (paddle) fan shall be listed, shall be marked by their manufacturer as suitable for this purpose, and shall not support ceiling-suspended (paddle) fans that weigh more than 32 kg (70 lb).
Plus fixtures (e.g., lights, ceiling fans) often need to be removed to access ceiling junction boxes. But the key is that normal access - e.g., replace a receptacle or switch, patch in a new cable to a junction box to power something else, etc. - .
The junction boxes that contain splices and are not accessible from the ceiling below should be exposed - not covered by insulation. If enough slack is present in the cables between the boxes, you may be able to raise them up a bit and mount them on trusses or other exposed framing members without having to run new wire.
You want to use a fire-rated expanding foam or caulk. In the gaps within and around a ceiling box, I’d use the intumescent style of either which will expand further when exposed to heat. Be sure to clean out any foam or caulk that works its way into the electrical box. From a code perspective, it is important to keep the volume of the box the .An alternative is to remove the de-energized wires from both junction boxes, but be sure to label them as obsolete so that anyone finding them later understands. Run a New Line - Now you can run a new line to the new box, either from the old source of the hood power, from some other line that is not overloaded, or as a home run line from the panel.All ceiling boxes are required to support at least 50 pounds (NEC 314.27(A)), so you can assume the box will be able to support a simple light fixture. Boxes that are designed to support ceiling fans must be labeled as such, and must have a label listing the weight it can support if over 35 pounds (NEC 314.27(D)). With a drop ceiling, opening a ceiling tile for access is not considered "removing" part of the building, so you can have junction boxes above the drop ceiling. 314.29 Boxes, Conduit Bodies, and Handhole Enclosures to Be Accessible.
I don't really like old-work boxes. In one section, I can hit a stud right next to the opening. In the other case, I have clear access to both studs but I'd need a brace (similar to the ceiling fan braces between joists). My issue is that circular boxes and braces seem to be meant for ceilings (and joists) rather than walls (and studs).
Junction boxes, with blank covers are allowed above a suspended ceiling as it is not considered a closed space. The wires that are loose and wirenuted need to be put in a j-box. Also, clamps need to be used at each wire going into a j-box. Some boxes have clamps pre-installed, if not, you need to use a RX connector in the knockout. Device (switch) boxes are 6-32. Junction boxes like that one are 8-32. Ground screws are 10-32. 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. Good luck and stay . 314.27 Outlet Boxes. (D) Boxes at Ceiling-Suspended (Paddle) Fan Outlets. Outlet boxes or outlet box systems used as the sole support of a ceiling-suspended (paddle) fan shall be listed, shall be marked by their manufacturer as suitable for this purpose, and shall not support ceiling-suspended (paddle) fans that weigh more than 32 kg (70 lb).
Plus fixtures (e.g., lights, ceiling fans) often need to be removed to access ceiling junction boxes. But the key is that normal access - e.g., replace a receptacle or switch, patch in a new cable to a junction box to power something else, etc. - .
The junction boxes that contain splices and are not accessible from the ceiling below should be exposed - not covered by insulation. If enough slack is present in the cables between the boxes, you may be able to raise them up a bit and mount them on trusses or other exposed framing members without having to run new wire. You want to use a fire-rated expanding foam or caulk. In the gaps within and around a ceiling box, I’d use the intumescent style of either which will expand further when exposed to heat. Be sure to clean out any foam or caulk that works its way into the electrical box. From a code perspective, it is important to keep the volume of the box the .
An alternative is to remove the de-energized wires from both junction boxes, but be sure to label them as obsolete so that anyone finding them later understands. Run a New Line - Now you can run a new line to the new box, either from the old source of the hood power, from some other line that is not overloaded, or as a home run line from the panel.All ceiling boxes are required to support at least 50 pounds (NEC 314.27(A)), so you can assume the box will be able to support a simple light fixture. Boxes that are designed to support ceiling fans must be labeled as such, and must have a label listing the weight it can support if over 35 pounds (NEC 314.27(D)). With a drop ceiling, opening a ceiling tile for access is not considered "removing" part of the building, so you can have junction boxes above the drop ceiling. 314.29 Boxes, Conduit Bodies, and Handhole Enclosures to Be Accessible.
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