Service entrance cabinet
Meterkast / hoofdaansluitkast
Also known as: stoppenkast
Central room with the utility company's main breaker, kWh meter, optional smart meter, and outgoing line to the distribution board. Requirements: minimum 75×60×40 cm, not below gas, own ventilation, accessible within 3 m of the meter pit.
Practical example
Meter cupboard / main connection box. A new-build home gets a meter cupboard of min. 75×60×40 cm, positioned not under the gas pipe and with sufficient ventilation.
Common mistake
Meter box / main connection box Common mistake: Storing extra items (insulation, paint) in the meter box — this hinders ventilation and accessibility and violates space requirements.
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