Anchor Roma 8M PVC Surface Box

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Key Specifications & Features Module size: The standard 8M version is designed for eight adjacent modular units (modules) side-by-side. One listing even references size "8 or 9 Modules (Horizontal)" for part no. 30704. Material: These surface boxes are made of high-impact PVC (or flame-retardant plastic) for durability and surface-mounting suitability. Example: “Material: High-Impact PVC” for the 8M box. Depth & Dimensions (for typical variants): For part no. 30704 (Horizontal 8 or 9 module): Height × Width × Depth ≈ 8.5 cm × 24.8 cm × 5.0 cm. For part no. 20450 (8M Square variant) size ≈ 15.2 cm × 14.5 cm × 5.0 cm. Finish / Use: The boxes are designed for surface mounting (on wall surface) rather than flush installation — useful where recessed back-boxes are not feasible or in retrofit/surface wiring scenarios. Example listing: “Surface Plastic Box … Size 8 Modules” etc. Brand & Compatibility: Built for the Anchor Roma modular accessory system (switches, sockets, plates) manufactured by Panasonic Life Solutions India Pvt Ltd.. It ensures compatibility of the mechanisms, plates, and this surface box. Application: Ideal for residential, commercial or retrofit wiring where you require a wider gang (8 modules) of switches/sockets/data modules in one row and prefer surface mount ease. Key additional details: One listing mentions the “8 or 9 Modules (Horizontal)” variant 30704, which indicates flexibility for slightly more modules. The part numbers for 8M PVC box are listed clearly: for example 30704 (Horizontal) and 20450 (Square) in Anchor Roma product list. --- Typical Use & Considerations Use this box when you have a wall panel location that needs eight modules side-by-side (e.g., a row of eight switches or combination of switches + sockets + data ports) and you want a neat unified box rather than using multiple smaller boxes. Particularly suited for surface installations: perhaps a retrofitted wall, a wall with hard surface, or where you don’t have back-box depth — the shallow depth (~5 cm) is beneficial. Because it’s from the Anchor Roma system, if you’re already using Anchor Roma switches, sockets and plates, using this surface box ensures alignment, fit and consistent aesthetic. In a location like Chennai / Tamil Nadu (coastal/humid), having good quality PVC box is beneficial for durability and mounting — but correct installation (firmly fixed box, sealed wiring, good cover plate) still matters. --- Things to Verify / Before Purchase & Installation Confirm you indeed need the 8-module width (8M) or 8/9 modules width variant. If your installation has fewer modules (e.g., 6 M) or more (12 M) then ensure you select the correct size. For instance, I did not find a well-documented “9M” distinct model; the 30704 is labelled “8 or 9 Modules (Horizontal)”. Check the depth of the box (approx 5 cm) suits your wiring and mechanism behind it; if wiring is bulky, ensure clearance. Verify the finish and colour of the box (standard white/ivory) and that your cover plate and accessories match this box for aesthetic consistency. Ensure your mechanisms (switches, sockets) and cover plates are of the Anchor Roma system so the box, mechanism, and plate align perfectly. Check that the wall surface is appropriate for surface mounting — the box must be securely mounted, levelled, and the wiring secured.