Design diy ceiling mount for heavy cabinet

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around designing a DIY ceiling mount for a heavy cabinet intended to be hung from a steel I-beam in a basement. Participants explore various methods and materials for achieving a functional and cost-effective solution, including considerations for weight support and budget constraints.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes the project, specifying the need for a ceiling mount that allows for an adjustable height of 2-3 feet and mentions the cabinet's expected weight of less than 150 lbs.
  • Another participant suggests a cost-effective solution involving a rope, pulley, and counterweight system as an alternative to more expensive mounting options.
  • The original poster expresses a desire for detailed advice on parts needed and a projected budget for the project.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have not reached a consensus on the best approach to the project, and the discussion remains unresolved due to the thread being closed for moderation.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks detailed specifications on the materials and mechanisms that could be used for the mounting system, and there are no calculations or designs provided to assess the feasibility of the proposed ideas.

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im wanting to hang a cabinet off an I-beam (steel) in my basement
looking at something like this http://www.standsandmounts.com/ioni...gedextendingceilingmount-luna-ceiling102.aspx
function wise, but also want an up/down (range of 2-3ft, from touching ceiling to droping 3ft)

the cabinet itself is a repurposed deep well window, and I am sure ill need to
make a metal frame for it to set into for support and mounting
i expect it to weight less than 150lb when loaded, but i never weighed the window
so id like to get as much weight support for the dollar i can

but i don't have 100$s just lying about to throw at this project

please help me figure out what parts id need and projected budget
 
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Cheapest would be a rope, pulley and counter weight system.
 
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@Alt-Bringer please stop posting asking for advice on DIY electrical and mechanical projects where you should be getting in-person help from experienced folks. This thread will remain closed.
 

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