What is a Ceiling Fan Support Brace? Want to swap out one of the light fixtures in your ceiling for a ceiling fan? It’s definitely possible, but you’re going to need a ceiling fan support brace.

Rated for a 50 lb. light fixture and 35 lb. ceiling fan, ABB’s Carlon® Blue™ fan-rated ceiling boxes meet the latest industry requirements for ceiling fan support with vibration-resistant screws ...

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This answer is based on the 2017 NEC. A. Outlet boxes for a ceiling paddle fan must be listed and marked as suitable for the purpose, and must not support a fan weighing more than 70 lbs. Outlet boxes ...