Orbit FA-5BC Flat Square Fire Alarm Blank Cover, 16 Gauge Steel

Orbit FA-5BC Flat Square Fire Alarm Blank Cover, 16 Gauge Steel

The Orbit FA-5BC Flat Square Fire Alarm Blank Cover is a 4-11/16" x 4-11/16" blank cover plate built from 16 gauge sheet steel, engineered to close off an unused fire alarm box or junction box opening with a clean, flat, finished appearance. This flat square blank cover is sized to match standard 4-11/16" square electrical and fire alarm boxes, making it a straightforward solution when a box opening needs to be capped rather than fitted with a device, switch, or alarm component. Constructed from durable 16 gauge steel, the Orbit FA-5BC delivers a rigid, long-lasting cover that resists denting and warping in demanding commercial, industrial, and institutional environments where fire alarm and electrical infrastructure must hold up over time.

Key Features

• Trade Size: 4-11/16" x 4-11/16" square, sized to fit standard 4-11/16" square fire alarm and electrical boxes.
• Durable Construction: 16 gauge sheet steel provides a rigid, impact-resistant cover for long-term reliability.
• Flat Profile: Flat, low-profile square design sits close to the wall or ceiling surface for a clean, finished look.
• Blank Cover Configuration: Solid blank plate with no cutouts, ideal for capping unused box openings.
• Fire Alarm Application: Purpose-built for fire alarm box installations where a device is not required at the location.
• Steel Build Quality: Heavy-gauge steel construction stands up to the demands of commercial and industrial job sites.

Technical Specifications

• Size: 4-11/16" x 4-11/16"
• Material: 16 Gauge Sheet Steel
• Configuration: Flat Square Blank Cover

Typical Applications

• Fire Alarm System Box Closures
• Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
• Capping Unused Junction or Device Box Openings
• Institutional and Multi-Family Building Construction
• Renovation and Retrofit Projects Requiring a Finished Box Closure

Why Orbit?

Orbit builds the FA-5BC blank cover from solid 16 gauge sheet steel to give installers a dependable, durable way to close out a 4-11/16" square box opening with a clean, professional finish. The heavy-gauge steel construction and precise flat square fit make it a practical choice for electricians and fire alarm technicians who need a reliable cover that holds up on demanding commercial and industrial job sites.