m.l. vs m.b.

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Jesse M. White

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i was just wondering what the code is concerning the use of main lug panels.i thought that if you have a meter socket with disconnect you could use a mainlug panel.is this not true?something about within sight or 50feet is what this other electrician was saying...
thanks ,Jesse
 
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Hello Jesse
If in fact you do have a service disconnect located by the meter, the panel supplied by the service disconnect can be a MLO and there is no specific distance requirement. Of course this is provided the MLO is located in the same building as the disconnect.
 
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Not so fast, if you please. Where is the overload protection, if you only have a disconnect by the meter? Looking at the exception that Ryan mentioned, it still requires overload protection (up to 6 breakers or sets of fuses). :confused:
 
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