Meter Over Boxes
GO Interiors supplies a specialist range of meter over boxes designed to provide secure, compliant access to electrical and utility meters. Suitable for both external and internal wall applications, these robust metal enclosures support fire safety, security, and durability requirements across residential and commercial buildings.
Our range includes external IP-rated meter over boxes for exposed environments and internal fire-rated meter boxes for protected internal locations. With metal-faced doors, secure locking, and fire ratings up to 2 hours, these solutions deliver reliable performance while maintaining a clean architectural finish.
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External Meter Over Box – 2 Hour Fire Rated – IP Rated
2-hour fire-rated external meter over box with smoke sealing and IP-rated protection.
Key features
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Fire rating: 120 minutes
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Door & frame: Metal door, 25mm picture frame
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Lock type: Budget lock with 8mm triangular insert
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Dimensions: 300–1070mm (H) × 200–650mm (W)
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Finish: RAL 9010, 30% gloss
Certified performance
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Fire tested: BS EN 1634-1 (rear / meter side)
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Smoke tested: BS EN 1634-3
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Ingress protection: IP43 to BS EN 60529
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Frame depth: 70mm standard (bespoke depths available)
Important note
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Suitable up to Corrosion Class C3 (urban inland or mild coastal environments only)
Dimensions
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Minimum height: 300mm | Maximum height: 1070mm
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Minimum width: 200mm | Maximum width: 650mm
Panel size allows 5mm clearance over structural opening.
Internal Meter Over Box – 2 Hour Fire Rated
2-hour fire-rated internal meter over box for secure wall-mounted access.
Key features
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Fire rating: 120 minutes
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Door & frame: Metal door, 25mm picture frame
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Lock type: Budget lock
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Dimensions: 300–1070mm (H) × 200–650mm (W)
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Finish: RAL 9010, 30% gloss
Additional information
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Fire tested: BS EN 1634-1
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Application: Internal wall access only
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Acoustic rating: Not rated
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Smoke testing: Not tested
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Air pressure: Not tested
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Frame depth: 70mm standard (bespoke depths available)
Dimensions
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Minimum height: 300mm | Maximum height: 1070mm
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Minimum width: 200mm | Maximum width: 650mm
Frequently asked questions
What is a fire-rated meter over box?
A fire-rated meter over box is a robust metal enclosure designed to protect electrical meters from fire for a defined period (e.g., 2 hours) by containing flames and heat, helping prevent fire spread through wall structures.
Do I need an external meter over box?
Yes — if your meter is exposed to weather or installed on an external wall, choose an IP-rated, external-grade over box to provide protection against water ingress and environmental exposure. The IP rating (e.g., IP43) indicates weather resistance.
What’s the difference between internal and external meter boxes?
Internal meter boxes are for inside wall applications where weather protection is not required, while external meter over boxes are engineered with weather resistance (IP rating) and smoke sealing for exposed conditions.
How should I size the panel for installation?
Meter over boxes are sized to suit the structural opening plus a nominal clearance. Typically, make the structural opening at least 5 mm smaller than the panel size to ensure a proper fit.
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