residential service panel

[eck5150]

I have heard that a 200 amp residential service now needs a quick disconnect between the meter socket and the main panel lugs? If so what kind is required?

 

[ron]

Re: residential service panel

Are you refering to a service rated main disconnect? You would only upgrade to add the disconnect if upgrading the service.

 

[amu]

Re: residential service panel

If the length of the load conductors is over 8 feet length then there is to be a disconnect. I know of one utility which allows up to 25 feet.

 

[charlie]

Re: residential service panel

Amu that is a local rule. You are not required to have a service disconnecting means until the building is entered. At that point it is needed, not 2', 4', 6', 8', or any other distance inside the building. Local rules are fine but they only apply in your local area.

230.70(A)(1) Readily Accessible Location. The service disconnecting means shall be installed at a readily accessible location either outside of a building or structure or inside nearest the point of entrance of the service conductors.

 

[vanwalker]

Re: residential service panel

sorry -- but did not understand question? DO YOU HAVE A MAIN IN PANEL? is so, there is no more disconnects needed in M O S T areas, have heard that someone wants it on the outside period, unknown where. GEO