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In the electrical trade it makes no difference which type of box you use. Both types are approved to be used as an electrical junction box. If the object is to keep costs down go with the plastic box. In harsher environments plastic boxes are used along with PVC plastic conduit.
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We find that metal is a better conductor of heat than plastic or wood.
Why is plastic frame better than metal for double glazing?
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Are lightning rod or plastic better metal lightning rods?
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Should a baby spoon be a plastic one or a metal one?
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What kind of slinkys work better going down the stairs metal or plastic?
i think the metal one would work better because it has better quality
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Are plastic cups better for string telephones than metal cups?
I would say that plastic cups are better for string telephones because you cant get string through a metal cup.
Does plastic wrap stick better to plastic or metal containers?
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Does plastic wrap stick better to glass bowls or metal bowls?
it clings better to plastic
Witct is a better conducter a plastic spoon or a metal spoon?
A metal spoon - plastic does not conduct electricity
Are substances like wood and plastic better heats conductors like metal?
We find that metal is a better conductor of heat than plastic or wood.
For collecting and storing rainwater for the garden is it better to use a metal or plastic barrel?
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What conducts most heat plastic or metal?
Metal is a better conductor
It is better to use plastic knobs or metal knobs on kitchen furniture?
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