Back Boxes & Pattresses
Boxes and mounting plates installed behind electrical outlets, switches, and fixtures, providing support and protection for wiring connections within walls and ceilings.
The Essentials for Secure & Discreet Electrical Installations: Back Boxes & Pattresses
Back boxes and pattresses are essential components for creating safe and aesthetically pleasing electrical installations, whether flush-mounted, surface-mounted, or within dry-lining walls. The Electrical Counter provides a diverse selection of high-quality back boxes and pattresses to suit your specific needs.
What's the Difference? Back Boxes vs. Pattresses:
Back Boxes: Generally used for general-purpose electrical applications. They offer a basic enclosure for mounting electrical components within walls, typically requiring additional drilling for cable entry points (knockouts).
Pattresses (Mounting Boxes): These may have pre-configured features for specific applications, such as pre-formed knockouts for common cable sizes or integrated mounting points for switches and sockets.
Benefits of Back Boxes & Pattresses:
Concealed Installations: Back boxes and flush-mounted pattresses allow for a clean and professional finish by hiding electrical components within walls.
Surface Mounting Options: Surface pattresses offer a solution for exposed wiring applications or situations where flush mounting is not possible.
Dry Lining Compatibility: Dry lining boxes are specifically designed for use in dry lining wall systems, providing a secure mounting solution.
Enhanced Safety: Properly installed back boxes and pattresses help protect electrical components from dust, moisture, and potential damage.
Improved Organisation: Back boxes and pattresses provide a dedicated space for housing electrical components, promoting better organisation and simplifying future maintenance.
Variety of Options: We offer a diverse selection of back boxes and pattresses in various sizes, depths, materials (metal or plastic), and configurations to suit your specific electrical needs.
Choosing the Right Back Box or Pattress:
Selecting the ideal back box or pattress for your project depends on several factors:
Installation Type: Consider whether you're installing electrical components flush within a wall (back box or flush pattress), on a surface (surface pattress), or within a dry lining wall system (dry lining box).
Electrical Component: Consider the type of electrical component you'll be mounting, such as a light switch, socket outlet, or dimmer switch. Some pattresses may be specifically designed for specific components.
Wall Material: Choose back boxes or pattresses suitable for the type of wall you're mounting them on (e.g., plasterboard, brick).
Number of Cables: Select a back box or pattress with sufficient capacity to accommodate the required number of cables entering and exiting the box.
Depth Requirements: Consider the depth of the back box or pattress to ensure it provides enough space for the electrical components and cable connections.
Knockout Requirements: For back boxes, choose a size with enough knockouts for your cable layout or consider pre-drilled options if available.
Conclusion:
Back boxes and pattresses play a crucial role in achieving professional, secure, and versatile electrical installations. The Electrical Counter provides a diverse selection of high-quality back boxes and pattresses, including dry lining boxes, metal and plastic surface pattress boxes, and metal flush back boxes, to suit various needs and applications. Explore our extensive range and discover how back boxes and pattresses can enhance the aesthetics, safety, and functionality of your electrical projects.