Ordinary power cabinets and power distribution cabinets occupy a pivotal position in the development of the power industry. Although they are in the same industry, they are very different: 1. Definition. The box that distributes electrical energy is called an ordinary distribution cabinet. The power cabinet refers to the electrical control cabinet combination that provides power for the normal operation of the entire machine, including contactors, frequency converters, high-voltage cabinets, transformers, etc. 2. Function. The power distribution cabinet controls and distributes power to electrical equipment, and protects lines from overload, short circuit, and leakage. The power cabinet supplies power to the electrical equipment (provides power to the equipment) starts and stops the electrical equipment (with start and stop buttons) detects the operation of the equipment (sets signal indicators, has ammeters and voltage meters) and protects the electrical equipment (circuit breaker) switch cabinet It is a complete set of switchgear and control equipment. It serves as the power center and main power distribution unit. It is mainly used for the control, monitoring, measurement and protection of power lines and main electrical equipment. 3. Use: Power distribution cabinets are installed in various places, such as schools, institutions, hospitals, factories, workshops, homes, etc., while power cabinet electrical boxes are often installed in substations, distribution rooms, etc.