A tile bridge is often required by local building codes for safety reasons as well as for improved aesthetics in suspended 2'x2' or 2'x4' tile ceilings. It distributes the speaker's weight to the ceiling support structure, reducing the likelihood of tiles sagging under the weight of heavy speakers.
FEATURES
Formed construction, lightweight, rigid support
24-gauge galvanized steel
23.75 in. x 15.5 in.
10.75 in. diameter opening
Wire-tie points for seismic anchoring where required by code, multiple attachment points
For Driver Size: 8 inch
For Grille Type: Screw-mount or torsion
Backbox Requirements: Use with or without backbox
COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION
Made in the U.S.A.
A&E SPECIFICATIONS
The tile bridge shall be Lowell Model LBS8-R1, which shall be formed 24-gauge galvanized steel construction engineered to support and distribute the weight of an 8 inch speaker assembly to the ceiling support system in a 2'x2' or 2'x4' suspended ceiling. The tile bridge shall include provisions for seismic anchoring where required by code. The bridge shall measure 23.75 in. x 15.5 in. and have an opening with 10.75 in. diameter.