What Is a Fan-Rated Ceiling Box?

Breaker BootCamp Study Guide

A fan-rated ceiling box is designed to support dynamic loads.

A standard ceiling box is not enough.

What It Does

A fan-rated box supports the weight and movement of a ceiling fan without loosening or failing.

Where It’s Used

• Ceiling fan installations

• Fan/light combination fixtures

One Critical Rule

If the box is not fan-rated, a ceiling fan cannot be installed.

Metal does not mean fan-rated.

Why Breaker BootCamp Teaches This

The Breaker BootCamp Study Guide teaches load and support rules early so the Breaker BootCamp course avoids loose fans, structural failures, and dangerous installs.

About Breaker BootCamp

Breaker BootCamp is an electrical training program and electrician boot camp designed to prepare beginners, helpers, and apprentices for real-world electrical work, job readiness, and long-term careers in the electrical trade.

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