Name: Southwire Pancake Ceiling Box Metal 4 inch x 1/2 inch
Brand: SOUTHWIRE
SKU: M81514
Availability: InStock

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The Southwire 56111-UPC is a professional-grade 4-inch round pancake ceiling box designed for mounting light fixtures and smoke detectors in shallow applications. Constructed from durable drawn steel with a galvanized finish, this low-profile box offers excellent corrosion resistance and long-term reliability. With a shallow 1/2-inch depth and a 5.5 cubic inch capacity, it is an ideal solution for surface-mount installations or areas where structural members limit the use of deeper boxes. The unit features knockouts for flexible conduit entry and is UL listed to support static fixtures weighing up to 50 pounds. Its flat-bottom design ensures a flush fit against mounting surfaces, making it a staple for both residential and commercial electrical rough-ins.

Southwire Flat Bottom Ceiling Pan Box, Cable Entry: Knockout, Number of Knockouts: 2, Cubic Capacity: 5-1/2 cu-in, Round, Steel, Galvanized, Silver, 4 in W, 1/2 in D, Wall Mounting. Sold per each. 30 each per case.

Packaging/Shipping Size and Weight: Length: 4" | Width: 4" | Height: 0.5" | Weight: 0.4 lbs

Features

Durable galvanized steel construction for superior corrosion resistance
Ultra-shallow 1/2-inch depth ideal for limited-space installations
5.5 cubic inch capacity accommodates standard wiring for fixtures
Rated to support static light fixture loads up to 50 pounds
Flat-bottom design ensures flush mounting against ceilings or walls
UL listed and RoHS compliant for safety and code adherence
Features 1/2-inch knockouts for versatile conduit and cable entry
Drawn steel construction provides high tensile strength

Product Details
brand:	Southwire
type:	Pancake Ceiling Box
material:	Steel
finish:	Galvanized
size:	4" x 1/2"
capacity:	5.5 cu in
shape:	Round
Color:	Silver
Finish:	Galvanized
Material:	Steel
Size:	4 in x 1/2 in
Cubic Capacity:	5.5 cu-in
Number of Knockouts:	2
Knockout Size:	1/2 in
Mounting Type:	Ceiling or Wall
Fixture Support Rating:	50 lbs
Compliance:	UL Listed, RoHS
Knockout Count:	5
Certifications:	UL Listed, RoHS Compliant
Case Quantity:	30
Knockouts:	2
Support Rating:	50 lbs
Shape:	Round
Construction:	Drawn Steel
Certification:	UL Listed, RoHS Compliant
Standards:	UL Listed, RoHS Compliant
Mounting Ears Spacing:	3-1/2 in O.C.
Fixture Ears Spacing:	2-3/4 in O.C.
Fire Rating:	2-Hour
Mounting Ear Spacing:	3-1/2 in O.C.
Mounting Ears:	2-3/4 in On-Center
Construction Type:	Drawn Steel
Fixture Ear Spacing:	2-3/4 in O.C.
Mounting Hole Spacing:	3-1/2 inches O.C.
UL Listed:	Yes
Capacity:	5.5 cu-in
Mounting:	Ceiling or Wall
Knockout Sizes:	(3) 1/2", (2) 3/4"

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