#### 7.2.2.6 IfcElectricDistributionBoardTypeEnum

The IfcElectricDistributionBoardTypeEnum defines different types and/or functions of electric distribution boards.

> HISTORY New type in IFC4. Replaces IfcElectricDistributionPointTypeEnum.

Enumerated Item Definitions:

- CONSUMERUNIT: A distribution point on the incoming electrical supply, typically in domestic premises, at which protective devices are located.
- DISTRIBUTIONBOARD: A distribution point at which connections are made for distribution of electrical circuits usually through protective devices.
- MOTORCONTROLCENTRE: A distribution point at which starting and control devices for major plant items are located.
- SWITCHBOARD: A distribution point at which switching devices are located.
- USERDEFINED: User-defined type.
- NOTDEFINED: Undefined type.

XSD Specification:

<xs:simpleType name="IfcElectricDistributionBoardTypeEnum">
<xs:restriction base="xs:string">
<xs:enumeration value="consumerunit"/>
<xs:enumeration value="distributionboard"/>
<xs:enumeration value="motorcontrolcentre"/>
<xs:enumeration value="switchboard"/>
<xs:enumeration value="userdefined"/>
<xs:enumeration value="notdefined"/>
</xs:restriction>
</xs:simpleType>

EXPRESS Specification:

TYPE IfcElectricDistributionBoardTypeEnum = ENUMERATION OF (
| CONSUMERUNIT, DISTRIBUTIONBOARD, MOTORCONTROLCENTRE, SWITCHBOARD, USERDEFINED, NOTDEFINED);
END_TYPE;

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