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Am I reading this right? (240.4b) If my calculated load for a pool sub panel is under 65 amps using, #6 THHN I can use a 70 amp breaker.

 

[HEYDOG]

Yes as long as your terminations are rated for 75 degree “C”.

 

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Mind blowing that I've missed this all this time......

Intermatic Pool panel
(Use #14 - #6 AWG COPPER conductors ONLY, rated 75° C min., for branch circuit and #14 - #2 AWG for main lugs and neutral main.)