N noel westphal Member Oct 18, 2006 #1 If you have a 2000 amp 277/480 volt service with 6 service disconnect all less then 1000 amp do you still need Ground-Fault Protection of the service?
If you have a 2000 amp 277/480 volt service with 6 service disconnect all less then 1000 amp do you still need Ground-Fault Protection of the service?
J jim dungar Moderator Staff member Location Wisconsin Occupation PE (Retired) - Power Systems Oct 18, 2006 #3 NO. Though, this is a minimalistic design which in itself may pose other issues. Given today's climate for NFPA70E, I would provide a single main breaker in its own enclosure. This main would then feed a distribution board.
NO. Though, this is a minimalistic design which in itself may pose other issues. Given today's climate for NFPA70E, I would provide a single main breaker in its own enclosure. This main would then feed a distribution board.
D DaveTap Senior Member Location Currently Flowery Branch, GA Oct 18, 2006 #4 Yeah but a 2000 amp switch is a pretty pricey item... especially if its not needed.