securing outlet box in suspended celing

[noeernlat]

Do I need to provide extra support via seis wire for a receptacle that will be installed in suspended ceiling? or is there a load restriction? Thanks.

 

[sameguy]

Are you only cutting in an old work box into the tile?
Little more info. please.
Drop a rod from above.

 

[bphgravity]

See section 314.23(D) of the 2011 NEC. Also be aware of local fire codes & NEC code modifications that may have additional requirements. Fire-resistant-rated acoustical suspended ceilings typcially have more robust structural and accesory support requirements.

 

[noeernlat]

I'm using a Caddy T Bar Box Hanger for the receptacle. I just needed to find out if any other support was required. Thanks for the help I will look up those code references.

 

[cowboyjwc]

Here, if it's in the t-bar ceiling (speakers, fire alarms, recept boxes, etc) it get's a wire. We saw some things after the '94 earthquake, and believe me it didn't have to weigh much for it to have hurt if it had hit you.