METER BOXES

Mitras Composites is the UK’s leading meter box provider supplying products to meet the needs of all major house builders and merchants supplying the utility sector. Click to download our brochure.

Our meter boxes are used and approved by:

Also Wales & West and EGS

Mitras continually strive to supply the changing market’s demands by developing new designs and services. Click here for more information about our new products.

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MULTIBOX GAS METER BOX
Model No: G60034

The Multibox is a larger box and can house all domestic gas meters, most pre-payment meters and some MP installations.

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STANDARD FLUSH FITTED (BUILT-IN) ELECTRIC METER BOX
Model No: M01023

The most popular electric meter box, the standard flush fitted electric meter box houses any domestic electric meter and is designed to mirror the standard built-in gas meter box. With customer choice of cable entry positions this universal version can be used in any area of the UK. Overall size: 409mm wide x 595mm high x 210mm deep. Brickwork opening: 365mm x 535mm x 150mm. Hockey stick available from Builders Merchants only.

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STANDARD FIRE RETARDANT FLUSH FITTED ELECTRIC METER BOX
Model No: M35059

The standard "Fire Retardant" flush fitted electric meter box is manufactured to BS476 part 7 Class 2 and houses any domestic electric meter. It may be used in some circumstances, eg internally, we recommend that you check with your local building control/fire office as to their specific requirements. Overall size: 409mm wide x 595mm high x 210mm deep. Brickwork opening 365mm x 535mm x 150mm. Hockey stick available from Builders Merchants only.

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MEDIUM FLUSH FITTED (BUILT-IN) ELECTRIC METER BOX
Model No: M35047

Larger than the standard box, as usually required in the Manweb electricity area, the Medium flush fitted electric meter box houses any domestic electric meter. Cable entry can only be through the building cavity as the external protrusion is smaller than the standard box. Overall size: 485mm wide x 685mm high x 210mm deep. Brickwork opening: 405mm x 610mm x 150mm. Hockey stick available from Builders Merchants only.

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FIRE RETARDANT MEDIUM FLUSH FITTED ELECTRIC METER
Model No: M35048

If required internally, eg in common staircases of apartments, the medium flush fitted electric meter box is manufactured to BS476 Part 7 Class 2 for fire performance. Overall size: 485mm wide x 685mm high x 210mm deep. Brickwork opening size: 405mm x 610mm x 150mm. Hockey stick available from Builders Merchants only.

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SLIMLINE FLUSH FITTED (BUILT-IN) ELECTRIC METER BOX
Model No: M35075

Taller but narrower than the standard box, being just one brick wide, this box is popular with developers of smaller houses with limited wall space available for meter housings and is extensively used by Geo. Wimpey Homes. Overall size: 279mm wide x 828mm high x 210mm deep. Brickwork opening: 235mm x 770mm x 150mm. Hockey stick available from Builders Merchants only.

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BUILT-IN (FLUSH FITTED) GAS METER BOX
Model No: G01024

The built-in gas meter box houses all domestic U6 and G4 meters and is designed to mirror to standard flush fitted electric meter box. This box is fully approved to National Grid Gas (Transco) specifications. 409mm wide x 595mm high x 210mm deep. Brickwork opening 370mm x 530mm x 150mm.

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MITRAS SEMI-BURIED GAS METER BOX
Model No: G60039

An unobtrusive brown meter box that is designed to be partially buried in the ground. Developed to house the lower cost metal cased U6 and G4 meters when used witha water resistant seal (sold separately), this meter box is fully approved by Sensus Metering, Krom Schroeder, GTC, IPL, Core Utilities and British Gas Connections.

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NATIONAL GRID GAS (TRANSCO) SEMI-BURIED GAS METER BOX
Model No: G60032

An unobtrusive brown meter box that is designed to be partially buried in the ground that was commissioned by National Grid Gas (Transco) to house the Actaris TVI plastic cased meter. This meter box is fully approved to National Grid Gas (Transco) specifications.

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SURFACE MOUNTED GAS METER BOX MK2
Product Code: IS0005   Model No: G70036

Popular for use in conversions, or for when there is no cavity to build into, the surface mounted gas meter box can be used as a replacement cover for a broken meter box when the back plate is removed. This meter box is fully approved to National Grid Gas (Transco) specifications.

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SURFACE MOUNTED ELECTRIC METER BOX
Product Code: IS0023   Model No: M30019

Used primarily for conversions where it is not appropriate to build into the wall. Overall size: 400mm wide x 600mm high x 220mm deep. Hockey stick available from Builders Merchants only. REPLACEMENT DOOR AVAILABLE TO BUY ONLINE IN THE ELECTRIC METER BOX DOORS PAGE.

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BROWN STANDARD FLUSH FITTED (BUILT-IN) ELECTRIC METER BOX
Product Code: IS0026   Model No: M01126

Manufactured in a ‘milk chocolate’ brown colour, this version of the standard flushfitted electric meter box is less obtrusive against red brick than the standard white box. Built to the same specification as the universal version M01023, this meter box can be used in any area of the UK. Overall size: 409mm wide x 595mm high x 210mm deep. Brickwork opening: 365mm x 535mm x 150mm. Hockey stick only available in white or black, available from Builders Merchants.

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BROWN BUILT-IN (FLUSH FITTED) GAS METER BOX
Product Code: IS0028   Model No: G01134

Manufactured in a ‘milk chocolate’ brown colour, this version of the built-in gas meter box is less noticeable against red brick. This box is fully approved to National Grid Gas (Transco) specifications. 409mm wide x 595mm high x 210mm deep. Brickwork opening 370mm x 530mm x 150mm.

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SPIGOT FOR THE BUILT-IN GAS METER BOX
Product Code: IS0037   Model No: G00015

Used to route the gas supply through the back of the built-in gas meter box. Fully approved to National Grid Gas (Transco) specifications.

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LARGE FLUSH FITTED (BUILT-IN) ELECTRIC METER BOX
Product Code: IS0040   Model No: M00036

Specifically designed to house a 3-phase metre installation, the large flush fitted electric meter box is manufactured to ESI Standard 12-3 for external use only. This new design has the versatility of cable entry through the wall cavity, as previous, or surface entry through the specially designed architrave. Overall size: 550mm wide x 770mm high x 210mm deep. Brickwork opening: 475mm x 700mm x 145mm. Hockey stick available from Builders Merchants only.

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SHALLOW FLUSH FITTED (BUILT-IN) ELECTRIC METER BOX
Product Code: IS0041   Model No: M44011

Similar in size and appearance to the standard box, the shallow box has a depth of just 120mm making it suitable for most timber frame developments and has a moulded in ramp for the entry of the cabling and cut-out mounting. Overall size: 415mm wide x 615mm wide x 190mm deep. Brickwork opening: 345mm x 535mm x 120mm. Hockey stick available from Builders Merchants only. This box is not accepted by certain regional electricity companies eg. NEDL/YEDL - check with your connector before purchase.

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INSUDUCT PIPE PROTECTION SYSTEM
Product Code: IS0042   Model No: 910008

Quick and easy to install, the brown INSUduct pipe protection system is fully compliant with DETR guidelines and Water Regulations for frost protection and exceeds Water Regulation guideline G4.4-.12.

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GROUNDBREAKER WATER METER BOX
Model No: 910007

330mm wide x 440mm high x 160mm deep and compatible to all concentric water meter types, the brown Groundbreaker is manufactured in 90% recycled polypropylene by an injection moulding process. Compliant with ‘Secure by Design’ criteria, Building Regu

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LARGE SURFACE MOUNTED ELECTRIC METER BOX
Product Code: IS0045   Model No: M00045

Designed specifically to house a 3-phase supply. 550mm wide x 780mm high x 225mm deep. Hockey stick available from Builders Merchants only.

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MK2 Surface Mounted Electric Meter Box
Product Code: IS0050   Model No: M60000

The Mk2 version has been introduced due to demand for a smaller version of the surface mounted electric meter box and matches the Mk2 surface mounted gas meter box. Unlike the Mk1 versions, the cover can be removed in order to facilitate easy fitting and maintenance of the box and the meter installation. 408mm wide x 503mm high x 224mm deep.
**Please note that this version should only be fitted in certain Electricity Company areas, namely Manweb, Central Networks (MEB & EMEB), Scottish & Southern Energy (Scottish Hydro & Southern Electric) **

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BOUNDARY GAS METER BOX
Product Code: IS5015   Model No: 900010 MD/U6 FS

A free-standing gas meter housing that allows the unobtrusive installation of a domestic U6 meter away from the house.

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VH1 GAS VALVE HOUSING
Product Code: IS5016   Model No: 900011 VH1

Delivery is normally within four days of ordering.

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VH2 GAS VALVE HOUSING
Product Code: IS5017   Model No: 900012 VH2

Delivery is normally within four days of ordering.

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VH3 GAS VALVE HOUSING
Product Code: IS5018   Model No: 900013 VH3

Delivery is normally within four days of ordering.

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WALL SLEEVE KIT
Product Code: IS5019   Model No: 900014 WSK VH1/2

25mm pipe size. Delivery is normally within four days of ordering.

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WALL SLEEVE KIT
Product Code: IS5020   Model No: 900015 WSK VH3

50mm pipe size. Delivery is normally within four days of ordering.

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IC2 Housing
Product Code: IS5041   Model No: IC2

IC2 GRP industrial housing, 750mm wide x 400mm deep x 1250mm high, IP Rating of 54. Including cylinder lock and backboard, standard housing has solid base, colour green BS4800:14C39.

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IC8 Housing
Product Code: IS5042   Model No: IC8

IC8 industrial housing, 1250mm wide x 400mm deep x 1250mm high, IP Rating of 54, double doors. Including cylinder lock and backboard, standard housing has a solid base, colour Green BS4800:14C39.

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GC2 INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5200   Model No: GC2

Delivery is normally within four working days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC2FS INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5201   Model No: GC2FS

Delivery is normally within four working days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC2MP INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5202   Model No: GC2MP

Delivery is normally within four working days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC3 INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5300   Model No: GC3

Delivery is normally within four working days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC4 INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5400   Model No: GC4

Delivery is normally within four working days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC4PLUS INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5401   Model No: GC4 PLUS

Delivery is normally within four working days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC5 INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5500   Model No: GC5

Delivery is normally within four working days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC6LP INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5600   Model No: GC6LP

Delivery is normally within four working days of ordering and will be made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC6EXPL INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5601   Model No: G6CEXPL

Delivery is normally within four days of ordering and will be made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC6MP INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5602   Model No: GC6MP

Delivery is normally within four working days of ordering and will be made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC7LP INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5700   Model No: GC7LP

Delivery is normally within four days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC7EXPL INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5701   Model No: GC7EXPL

Delivery is normally within four days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided

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GC7MP INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5702   Model No: GC7MP

Delivery is normally within four days of ordering and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC7+LP INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5750   Model No: GC7+LP

Delivery is normally within four days of ordering. Contact telephone number must be provided to allow booking of delivery.

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GC7+EXPL INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5751   Model No: GC7+EXPL

Delivery is normally within four working days of order and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC7+MP INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5752   Model No: GC7+MP

Delivery is normally within four workings days of order and is made by carrier. Site contact and telephone number must be provided.

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GC8MP INDUSTRIAL GAS METER HOUSING
Product Code: IS5800   Model No: GC8MP

Delivery is normally within four days of ordering. Contact telephone number must be provided to allow booking of delivery.

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