Hang ~16lb. Fixture from Ceiling?

[Kinetic]

Originally posted by Aquactinics
Kinetic,

What about two light tree stands from Zero Edge Aquariums? Just an idea.

Tom
Aquactinics

I'd consider it, but I have no idea how they work. The only pictures are of an obscure black pole that's curved... there's also no details on it that I can find. Do you know of any resources that give more detail about it?

[NanoClown]

i think they screw into teh back of your stand or something

[mcurl98]

16 lbs with 4 attachment points (4 lbs per attachment)is no problem for toggle bolts in the drywall-it's not even close to being a problem. As stated, my last fixture was over 20lbs and the instructions said to use toggles and they provided toggles with it. Drywall fixtures come in all different sizes, styles and weight ratings. Just check at OSH-they are all clearly labeled with a weight rating. Drill the holes where you need them-if you hit wood, screw in a hook--if you don't, use a toggle or other drywall fixture. Place the fixture exactly where you want it and use a plumb bob to find where you drill.

[Solitaryensis]

Hey Art,
I have a pretty tall, extending ladder if you would like to borrow it. I think it can go up to 25 feet. Im in Oakland, so not too far from you. Let me know if youd like to borrow it.
Theo

[ianiwane]

Hey Art I have been using conduit bars to hang my light. You can paint it any color you like and it only cost a few bucks. I can have my friend bend a 90 degree bend with his pipe bender.

[Vincerama2]

Originally posted by mcurl98
16 lbs with 4 attachment points (4 lbs per attachment)is no problem for toggle bolts in the drywall-it's not even close to being a problem. As stated, my last fixture was over 20lbs and the instructions said to use toggles and they provided toggles with it. Drywall fixtures come in all different sizes, styles and weight ratings. Just check at OSH-they are all clearly labeled with a weight rating. Drill the holes where you need them-if you hit wood, screw in a hook--if you don't, use a toggle or other drywall fixture. Place the fixture exactly where you want it and use a plumb bob to find where you drill.

OK, but are the weight ratings for when the toggles are in the WALL and things are hanging off them, exerting a lateral/perpendicular force, or is that rating for toggles installed in the ceiling where the force is puller longitudinally? Hanging a big mirror on the wall is much different from hanging it on the ceiling.... er, not that I have mirrors hanging on my ceiling...

V

[Aquactinics]

Originally posted by Kinetic
I'd consider it, but I have no idea how they work. The only pictures are of an obscure black pole that's curved... there's also no details on it that I can find. Do you know of any resources that give more detail about it?

Kinetic,

You can give me a call today and I can explain it to you. I have one in the office. Let me see if I can take some pictures for you. Basically you can screw the base to either the tank or reverse it and screw it to the wall. They the rolled tube part reaches over your tank where you attach the light fixture too.

Thank you,

Tom
Aquactinics
203-234-9286

[mcurl98]

The ones I usually buy have pictures and multiple weight ratings. They'll have a picture of something hanging on a wall and something from a ceiling and each will have its own weight rating. These are the kinds that come with a screw and an expanding metal sleeve. I think the butterfly kind are all rated for ceiling. I don't think you can really use those for a lateral type of force.