Meter box Surface Mounted - 596mm × 410mm × 220mm Single Phase

The UK Standard Surface-Mounted Electrical Cabinet (Meter Box) is a durable, weather-resistant enclosure designed to securely house electricity meters in residential, commercial, and utility installations. Manufactured from high-quality Glass Reinforced Polymer (GRP), this robust meter box provides long-lasting protection against harsh weather conditions, corrosion, and impact damage.

Designed to accommodate modern smart meters, prepayment meters, and standard electricity meters, the cabinet fully complies with BS 8567:2012 and ESI Standard 12-3 requirements. The surface-mounted design allows for straightforward installation while maintaining easy access for meter reading and maintenance.

Supplied complete with a timber backboard, lock, key, and hinged door, this meter box offers a secure, practical, and compliant solution for external electricity meter installations.

Key Features

• Surface-mounted electrical meter cabinet
• Fully compliant with BS 8567:2012 standards
• Suitable for smart, prepayment, and standard electricity meters
• Manufactured from durable Glass Reinforced Polymer (GRP)
• Fire-retardant construction to BS 476 Part 7:1997 Class 2
• Weather-resistant and corrosion-proof design
• Strong impact-resistant construction
• Suitable for residential, commercial, and utility applications
• Smooth paintable finish
• Easy-to-clean, low-maintenance surface
• Supplied with a timber backboard
• Lockable door supplied with a key
• Left-hand hinged door for convenient access
• Designed for cable entry via hockey stick (not supplied)
• Ideal for external installations
  

Technical Specifications

Key Specifications

• Product Type: Surface Mounted Electrical Cabinet / Meter Box
• Mounting Type: Surface Mounted
• Material: Glass Reinforced Polymer (GRP)
• Weather Resistant: Yes
• Corrosion Resistant: Yes
• UV Resistant: N/A
• Impact Resistant: Yes
• Paintable Finish: Yes
• Fire Rating: BS 476 Part 7:1997 Class 2

Dimensions

• External Dimensions (H × W × D): 596mm × 410mm × 220mm
• Internal Dimensions (H × W): N/A
• Minimum Wall Cut-Out Required: N/A

Door & Cable Entry

• Door Hinge Position: Left-Hand Side
• Door Opening Direction: N/A
• Cable Entry: Hockey Stick Entry (Not Included)

Included Accessories

• Timber Backboard
• Hinged Door
• Lock
• Key

Standards & Compliance

• BS 8567:2012
• BS 476 Part 7:1997 Class 2
• ESI Standard 12-3 (April 1986)

Suitable For

• Smart Meters
• Prepayment Meters
• Standard Electricity Meters

Benefits

• Provides secure and compliant housing for electricity meters
• Suitable for both new installations and replacement projects
• Durable GRP construction withstands harsh outdoor environments
• Compatible with smart meter upgrades and future installations
• Surface-mounted design allows for quick and straightforward fitting
• Lockable enclosure helps prevent unauthorised access
• Weatherproof and corrosion-resistant for long service life
• Paintable finish enables seamless integration with building exteriors
• Fully compliant with current UK utility and safety standards
• Ideal for residential properties, commercial buildings, and utility applications