Circuit Breaker Handles Tied Together

[cecseabee]

A similar post was discussed, seemingly in relationship to sub-panels, and numbers of disconnecting means in a panel.

Is there any other applicable code, other thant NEC 230.71(B), that discusses connecting single-pole breakers together to form 220v, or 3-phase circuits?

We commonly see wire tied on the handles of single-pole breakers in permanent installations. Besides the obvious bad practice is there anymore discussion in the NEC or elsewhere that anyone knows about.

Thanks.

 

[iwire]

There are many times where handle ties are allowed but most AHJs are going to want to see handlties from the breaker maker be used. No tie wire, scraps of copper, nails or bolts.

 

[raider1]

The code refers to "Identified handle ties" is numerous places. As Bob eluded to this typically means using the manufactures handle ties and not just a nail or tie wire.

Chris

 

[don_resqcapt19]

The code refers to "Identified handle ties" is numerous places. As Bob eluded to this typically means using the manufactures handle ties and not just a nail or tie wire.

Chris

Yes, most inspectors want to see the manufacturer's handle ties, even where the use of a nail or screw would be a much better handle tie. Some of the "identified: handle ties have so much slop that you can have one breaker off an the other one on. I have never seen that happen with a nail or a screw.

 

[haskindm]

Handle ties are allowed when the purpose is "simultaneous disconnect".
Multi-pole breakers are required when the purpose is "simultaneous trip".

There is a big difference.