I know I shouldn't, but why?

[Benton]

Why shouldn't I use a 2 pole breaker for a single pole circuit?

 

[charlie b]

Waste of money? Waste of breaker space in the panel? There is no code reason why you shouldn't.

 

[iwire]

Waste of money? Waste of breaker space in the panel? There is no code reason why you shouldn't.

I agree with Mr Beck and boy does that kill me.

 

[Jraef]

1. Cost is 50%+ more
2. Takes up twice as much space as necessary in the load center / panelboard
3. Confusion factor for the next guy

 

[Sierrasparky]

1. Cost is 50%+ more
2. Takes up twice as much space as necessary in the load center / panelboard
3. Confusion factor for the next guy

I think we get the point:happyno:

 

[sameguy]

Breaker is there saved time and material?
If you are confused, get out of the gear.

 

[Dennis Alwon]

Why shouldn't I use a 2 pole breaker for a single pole circuit?

If the breaker is existing and you want to save money then there is no reason you cannot use a dp breaker for a 120v circuit. Of course, one pole would not be used.

 

[Jraef]

I think we get the point:happyno:

The multiple posts was because of a connection error, sorry. Looks like it's fixed now though.

 

[glene77is]

The multiple posts was because of a connection error, sorry. Looks like it's fixed now though.

Speaking of 'multiple posts',
If you put that #12 under the "multiple terminals"
Then the 20A OCPD may Never trip !!! :?