Tap rule

[DBURBS]

I have a 800 amp service in a mall that needs to be split into a 600 and a 200 amp , can I tap the load side of the 800 amp FDS with parallel #2 conductors 40 feet long

 

[pete m.]

Take a read on 310.4 first. 2 awg would not be permitted in a parallel arrangement.

Secondly, unless your conductors are located totally outdoors, I don't know of a way you can make a 40 foot tap (in the location you describe). Review the rules in 240.21.

Pete

 

[wirenut601]

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cant you just tap with 3/0 and hit a 200a fused disco then carry on down the 40 ft
with 3/0 to hit your panel or what ever your feeding?

 

[Dennis Alwon]

There are very few instances where you can tap over 25'. If the conductors are outside then read 240.21(B)(5)

 

[sgunsel]

Remember to read the definition of "outside". All "outside" taps need not be outside (as I usually think of outside).