A practical guide to the difference between a main switchboard and a distribution board, including where each is used, how they fit into the electrical hierarchy, and what project teams should define before pricing or specification.
Switchboards April 2026 · 7 min read The main switchboard is the central point of an electrical installation. Everything downstream of it depends on how well it is designed, built, and maintained. This guide covers what a main switchboard is, what it must contain, how to size one correctly, and what to look for when […]
