Klipsch ME-800-C 8" Fire-Rated In-Ceiling Backbox

$129.00

Product Details

Klipsch ME-800-C Fire-Rated In-Ceiling Backbox, Code Compliance for 8-inch In-Ceiling Speakers

The Klipsch ME-800-C is a fire-rated backbox engineered to fit all Reference Series in-ceiling speakers with 8-inch woofers. It lets residential contractors meet building codes while reducing the unwanted transfer of sound from one room to the next. Built from high-grade cold-rolled steel with an added layer of insulation, the ME-800-C exceeds one-hour fire-rating requirements and is designed to meet UL2043 for installation in plenum spaces. It is available at Vinyl Sound in Canada for custom installers and home theatre projects.

Key Features

The ME-800-C fits both 16-inch and 24-inch stud spans and ships with all the hardware needed for any installation, including tile systems and provisions for standard conduit connections. Pre-drilled holes simplify the install and help ensure every safety requirement is met, while the optimized enclosure volume delivers consistent acoustic performance regardless of construction variations. Beyond exceeding fire requirements, the insulation reduces sound transmission into adjacent spaces by at least 10dB for greater privacy between rooms.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Detail
Type	Fire-rated in-ceiling speaker backbox
Compatibility	Reference Series in-ceiling speakers with 8 inch woofers
Material	High-grade cold-rolled steel with insulation layer
Fire Rating	Exceeds one-hour fire rating
Plenum Rating	Designed to meet UL2043
Tested Standards	UL 263, ASTM E119-98, NFPA 251, UBC 7-1, ULC CAN/ULC-S101-M89
Stud Span	Fits 16 inch or 24 inch spans
Sound Isolation	Reduces sound transmission by at least 10dB
Included	Mounting hardware, tile system support, conduit provisions, pre-drilled holes

Why Buy from Vinyl Sound?

Vinyl Sound is an authorized Canadian dealer for Klipsch. Every ME-800-C comes with full manufacturer warranty and expert support from our team. We offer free ground shipping to all provinces in Canada, and our staff can help contractors match the correct backbox to their Klipsch in-ceiling speakers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which speakers does the Klipsch ME-800-C fit?
A: The ME-800-C is designed to fit all Klipsch Reference Series in-ceiling speakers that use 8-inch woofers. Its inside mounting-ring edge is colour coded to help match the backbox to the correct speaker during installation.

Q: Does the ME-800-C help meet building codes?
A: Yes. It exceeds one-hour fire-rating requirements, is designed to meet UL2043 for plenum spaces, and has been tested to UL 263, ASTM E119-98, NFPA 251, UBC 7-1 and ULC CAN/ULC-S101-M89, helping contractors satisfy fire and building code requirements.

Q: Is the Klipsch ME-800-C available in Canada?
A: Yes. The Klipsch ME-800-C is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Canadian Klipsch dealer, with free ground shipping to all provinces in Canada. Contact our Toronto store for installer pricing and stock.