6 disconect rule

domnic · Sep 1, 2015

In a single family home can I install a electrical service panel with on main if 6 breakers turns everything off. ( 2014 code)

jumper · Sep 1, 2015

Yes, 230.71(A).

infinity · Sep 1, 2015

Yes, is this an old house? Otherwise how are you going to need only 6 circuits?

domnic · Sep 1, 2015

6 BREAKERS

6 BREAKERS

Split bus with 60 amp lighting load.

Little Bill · Sep 1, 2015

domnic said:
Split bus with 60 amp lighting load.

I thought only an "existing" split bus was allowed.
Didn't think you could install one now.

augie47 · Sep 1, 2015

Little Bill said:
I thought only an "existing" split bus was allowed.
Didn't think you could install one now.

Correct, 408.36 shows the limitations on having more than one overcurrent device as a main.

don_resqcapt19 · Sep 1, 2015

Probably not. Many load centers are only listed for use as service equipment when a main breaker is installed in the panel.