200 ATS feeding a 150 amp panel

Squiggy969

Member
Location
PA
Occupation
Underwriter
Is it legal to feed a 150 amp panel with a 200 amp service rated ATS. Contractor is using 4/0 SER so the wire is protected correctly but assuming the panel is reated for 150 amps is it legal? And if so could you do the same for a 100 amp panel.
 

jaggedben

Senior Member
Location
Northern California
Occupation
Solar and Energy Storage Installer
A 150A panel must be protected by an overcurrent device rated not greater than 150A. That could be done in the ATS or at the panel. Without that, it is illegal.
 

infinity

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Staff member
Location
New Jersey
Occupation
Journeyman Electrician
I agree with jagged, the panel needs to be protected from current over 150 amps by an OCPD. The #4/0 isn't an issue.
 
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