Choose the right box based on environment (indoor/outdoor), load capacity, and durability. Check for proper IP/NEMA ratings and material quality. In just a few steps you will find the wiring and assembly plan, including complete documentation in accordance with standards. This is the design philosophy which the browser-based distribution board configurator from Eaton is based on. 1 2 Con-. A distribution board (DB) is the central component of any power distribution system, providing a safe and organized way to deliver electricity from the main supply to individual circuits.