Fire Rated, Bracket - 2 Piece
Features
- Box made of Bulk Molding Compound (BMC) with UL-classified intumescent pads and UL-classified insulating material
- Adjustable metal mounting brackets, easy to remove test cap
- Flexible valve/drain arrangement capabilities
- Warnock Hersey certified, for 1-hour and 2-hour fire-rated walls
- 2" drain opening fits PVC or ABS Sch. 40 DWV pipe
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Box Dimensions:
- 8-1/3"W x 5-1/2"H x 3-3/4"D
- Faceplate Dimensions:
- 10-1/5"W x 7-2/5"H
- Volume:
- 0.005
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Plumbing
- Product Subgroup:
- Fittings
- Product Type:
- General Fittings
- Product Finish:
- White
- Product Material:
- Metal
- Product Weight:
- 0.25
OATEY 38498 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can the Oatey 38498 washing machine outlet box be used in a 1-hour or 2-hour fire-rated wall?
Yes. The Oatey 38498 is Warnock Hersey certified for both 1-hour and 2-hour fire-rated wall assemblies. The box itself is Bulk Molding Compound (BMC) and carries UL-classified intumescent pads plus UL-classified insulating material, which is what maintains the rating where the box penetrates the wall.
2) Does the 2-piece bracket version of the Oatey 38498 mount to studs before drywall goes up?
Yes, that is the point of the 2-piece design. It ships with adjustable metal mounting brackets that fasten to the framing, so the box can be set and the depth adjusted to the finished wall thickness before board. The faceplate goes on after, so rough plumbers and finish trades are not waiting on each other.
3) Can I pressure test the supply lines with the Oatey 38498 box installed?
Yes. It has an easy-to-remove test cap, so you can hold the system for test and pull the cap when you are ready to make the final valve connections. No need to cut the box out or defeat the fire-rated assembly.
4) Can I run the valves and drain in different positions in the Oatey 38498 box?
Yes. The 38498 allows flexible valve and drain arrangement, so you are not locked into one layout when the stack or supply risers do not land where you want them. Useful in multi-family retrofits where the existing rough-in position dictates the connection.
5) What finish is the Oatey 38498 faceplate, and will it blend into a painted laundry wall?
White, which is the standard finish for laundry outlet boxes and reads cleanly against painted drywall. It is also the finish most property managers already have across their units, so replacements match without repainting.
How fast can I get the OATEY 38498 delivered?
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Does the OATEY 38498 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The OATEY 38498 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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