On 19/02/2021 10:17, wrote:
On 19/02/2021 09:39, Chris J Dixon wrote:
wrote:

If the current box is still sound it's not difficult to find over-centre
catches to DIY a repair.

That's a good idea, but I am now wondering if it is wise to bolt
unearthed metal catches to a plastic box containing electrical
equipment?

Everything is touch safe, and would be fine to be exposed, if
indoors.

Chris

That will depend on clearance distances inside the box. If you're
concerned you could create a cover over the fixings inside the box

I said it before but was ignored

http://vps.templar.co.uk/Odds%20and%20Ends/box2.JPG

Standard weatherproof 'sub consumer unit' DIN rail box.
You can fit anything in it that sits on a DIN rail. so switches and 13A
sockets are available - and you fill up the spare space with
blankin``````````````````````g plates

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Enclosure-O.../dp/B07CJS3J6L
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DIN-RAIL-...-/182764232004


knock out or drill cable connections and fit whatever glands you want.
Screw through back to wall etc and then mastic the screw holes.

No user touchable metal involved. Neat and workmanlike



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