Steel City OW Swing Ear Old Wo...
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Steel City OW SWING EAR OLD WORK SWING EAR 2PCS/BAG

Steel City OW Swing Ear Old Work Bracket, 2-Piece Pack, Steel

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Product Specs

Number Of Knockouts:
0
Product Type:
Electrical Box Accessory
Selling Unit Of Measure:
each
Standards:
UL E2969
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Boxes & Enclosures
Product Subgroup:
Electrical Boxes
Product Type2:
Ears
Product Material:
Steel

Steel City OW SWING EAR – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is a Steel City OW swing ear actually used for?
The OW swing ear is a steel retrofit clamp for old work installation. It mounts to an electrical box and swings out behind the drywall or plaster so the box grips the back face of the wall, holding it in an existing opening where there is no stud to screw into. It is box hardware, not a box, so you are adding it to an enclosure you already have.
2) Do Steel City OW swing ears come in a pair or are they sold singly?
They are bagged two pieces to a bag, which is what one box needs (one ear per side). The selling unit of measure is each, so one unit gets you the 2-piece bag.
3) Can I use swing ears instead of buying a new old work box?
Yes, that is the point of them. If you already have steel boxes on the truck or need to match existing boxes on a property, adding swing ears converts a standard box to old work mounting in a finished wall rather than stocking a second box type. The ears are steel and UL E2969 listed.
4) Will a swing ear work in a solid concrete or masonry wall?
No. A swing ear needs a hollow wall cavity to rotate into and a thin wall face to clamp against, like drywall or lath and plaster. For block, brick, or poured concrete you need a surface mount box or a masonry box set into the wall instead.
5) Does the OW swing ear have knockouts for conduit?
No. The swing ear has zero knockouts. It is purely a mounting clamp, so all conduit or cable entries come through the box itself.
How fast can I get the Steel City OW SWING EAR delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Steel City OW SWING EAR come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Steel City OW SWING EAR is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Steel City OW SWING EAR?
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