4" Box Gyp Clg.

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Have a bunch of fire alarm devices mounted in gyp boardceiling that need 4” box. Usually use a T-Bar hanger when have 2x2 acousticalceilings. What is typically used to support box in gyp board ceiling? Thanks.
 
infinity said:
If the device fits an octagon box I would do as Nick suggested.
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I think there is a dysfunction going on here.

O.P says they are 2'x2' accoustic ceiling tiles. Never heard of gypsum sheet rock, t-bar mounted ceiling tiles.

They are too heavy for T-bar mounting. There are gypsum board accoustic panels but they are for wall mounting and 4' x 4' feet typically--not 2'
x 2'.

There are special t-clips for box mounting used in accoustic ceilings. You may need additional wire hangers (sometimes required) for the T-bar if you install a device.
The ceiling accoustic tiles are lightweight--only a fraction of the weight compared to gypsum sheet rock boards.

Look in commercial applications for this specific installs.

Seems like you haven't done commercial before?
 
myspark said:
I think there is a dysfunction going on here.

O.P says they are 2'x2' accoustic ceiling tiles. Never heard of gypsum sheet rock, t-bar mounted ceiling tiles.

They are too heavy for T-bar mounting. There are gypsum board accoustic panels but they are for wall mounting and 4' x 4' feet typically--not 2'
x 2'.

There are special t-clips for box mounting used in accoustic ceilings. You may need additional wire hangers (sometimes required) for the T-bar if you install a device.
The ceiling accoustic tiles are lightweight--only a fraction of the weight compared to gypsum sheet rock boards.

Look in commercial applications for this specific installs.

Seems like you haven't done commercial before?
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You misread the OP. He said that when using 2X2 tiles he uses T-bar hangers. Now he has a Sheetrock ceiling to deal with.
 
4" Box Gyp Clg.

4" Box Gyp Clg.

myspark said:
....Never heard of gypsum sheet rock, t-bar mounted ceiling tiles.

They are too heavy for T-bar mounting. There are gypsum board accoustic panels but they are for wall mounting and 4' x 4' feet typically--not 2'
x 2'.
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Every kitchen I’ve worked in has gypsum ceiling tile panels.

Also in 2hr rated ceilings.

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brantmacga said:
Every kitchen I’ve worked in has gypsum ceiling tile panels.

Also in 2hr rated ceilings.

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We are talking about accoustic ceiling. Local department of health does not allow porous surfaces in places where food is prepared.

A homeowner can have anything she/he wants but that doesn't mean having porous ceiling or walls (in kitchen) is an accepted practice and sanctioned by regulators.

Surfaces must be impervious.(non-absorbent).
 
myspark said:
We are talking about accoustic ceiling. Local department of health does not allow porous surfaces in places where food is prepared.

A homeowner can have anything she/he wants but that doesn't mean having porous ceiling or walls (in kitchen) is an accepted practice and sanctioned by regulators.

Surfaces must be impervious.(non-absorbent).
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They make gypsum tiles for lay-in style ceilings. From USG:

[h=2]features and benefits[/h]USG Sheetrock® Brand Lay-in Gypsum Ceiling Panels are the ultimate choice for meeting USDA/FSIS requirements. Aside from adhering to government standards, they offer excellent fire protection. USG Clean Room® panels are also available that meet Class 100/ISO Class 5 and 10M-100M clean room standards.

  • USG Clean Room® panels have a vinyl-laminated face with sealed back and edges for use in clean room environments up to Class 100/ISO Class 5
  • Washable and scrubbable finish — impact and scratch resistant
  • USDA Certified Biobased Product
  • Low-emitting product meets CA Specification 01350, California Department of Health Services Standard Practice for the testing of VOC emissions
  • Panels meet USDA/FSIS requirements for food processing areas
  • ClimaPlus™ 30-year lifetime system warranty against visible sag
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https://www.usg.com/content/usgcom/...eetrock-lay-in-acoustical-ceiling-panels.html

Back to the OP this has nothing to do with lay-in ceilings. :)
 
!/4" threaded rod hangers. 1/4-20 nuts with washer's to hold the box in place. Drop anchor to the concrete (?) ceiling above or else, if wood, then a spearpoint coupling screwed into the wood or beams. Cordless band saw makes or breaks such a job.
 
I generally assume a TSGB24 Caddy a 1 1/2" box and a round mudring for a ceiling from an estimator perspective. I have less concern about fill that way than an octagon box. Then the person in the field can figure out the details. For fire alarm different rules. For example speakers require 3" deep boxes with no mud ring. Buy a specialty box Garvin, or put a piece of stud in and use a 4S with an extension. Depends on labor vs material for your area.
 
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