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+tags:
+  - occupational/takeoff
+  - type/encyclopedia
+title: Wiring Device Selection
+---
+# Wiring Device Selection
+
+Wiring devices and their wall plates are a common target of [[gold-plating]].
+
+* Device grade: commercial < specification
+* Minimum rating for general-use receptacles: N5-15R < N5-20R
+* Device form-factor: Duplex/toggle < Decora
+* Device cover plate material: Plastic < nylon < aluminum < stainless steel
+* Device cover plate size: standard < mid-size < oversize "jumbo"
+* Device cover plate attachment: Standard < screwless
+* Floor box material: Steel < cast iron
+* Floor box cover plate material: plastic < brass < aluminum
+
+> [!info] Search Terms Relevant to Wiring Device Selection
+> * "Decora"
+
+> [!info] Example Specs Relevant to Wiring Device Selection
+> * 26XXXX - Wiring Devices
+> * 26XXXX - Boxes And Covers For Electrical Systems
+> * 26XXXX - Lighting Control Devices
+> * 26XXXX - Network Lighting Controls
+>
+> > [!important]
+> > Specification section titles and scope may vary greatly between projects.
+> > The examples provided are not an exhaustive list.