{"product_id":"sioux-chief-525-16wlb-strong-arm-shower-blocking-16-inch","title":"Sioux Chief 525-16WLB Strong Arm Shower Blocking 16 Inch","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SIOUX CHIEF 525-16WLB is a Strong Arm shower valve blocking plate designed for 16-inch on-center stud bay framing. It includes an integrated Shower Wall Nut Lock Block that secures the shower valve during rough-in installation, preventing rotation and movement when tightening supply connections. Licensed plumbers and plumbing contractors use this component in new construction and remodel shower installations to provide a solid, code-ready mounting point for shower valves behind the finished wall surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis blocking plate fits standard 16-inch stud bay framing commonly found in residential bathroom construction. It is installed during the rough-in phase, before wall board or tile backer is applied. The integrated lock block feature is particularly useful in single-person installations where holding the valve body in place while making connections is otherwise difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 16-inch on-center stud bay framing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated Shower Wall Nut Lock Block prevents valve body rotation during connection tightening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports single-technician rough-in workflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides solid backing for shower valve mounting behind finished wall surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited for new construction and remodel applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style blocking solution for residential shower valve rough-in installations in standard 16-inch on-center stud bay framing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is performed by licensed plumbers during the rough-in phase before wall board is applied. Shut off the water supply to the work area before making any supply connections. Secure the blocking plate to the stud framing per local plumbing code requirements, referencing the IPC or applicable local amendments. Do not overtighten supply fittings beyond the valve or fitting manufacturer specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStud Bay Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e: 739236267696\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: SIOUX CHIEF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 525-16WLB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SIOUX CHIEF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51383343939890,"sku":"525-16WLB","price":29.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/312673047.png?v=1782593946","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/sioux-chief-525-16wlb-strong-arm-shower-blocking-16-inch","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}