Handybox - surface mounted with rounded corners for safety.
Drywallbox - have expandable srms and can be mounted on a dry wall
Plasticbox - best for new installation and often have s nail built-in for quicl attachment to the stud.
Wall Plates - known ss faceplates or covers.
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Philippine Electrical Code (PEC) provision in installing electrical boxes - require that all wire connections or cables must be inside an approved metal or plastic box.
Gembox - 2 wide 3 high and 2 ½ deep made of metal.
Ceilingbox - known as junction box or splices box
- either octagonal or round shape. 1-½ or 2-⅛ deep
Weatherproofbox - known as an outdoor box.
- used for exterior switches. Thicker than interior boxes and have a rubber