K Kuzu Member Aug 4, 2005 #1 Is it true that a shunt trip breaker takes up an extra space in the panel? For example if I need to use a shunt trip for a 1 pole breaker, I have to block off two spaces, 3 spaces for a 2P brkr, and 4 spaces for a 3P brkr... Is this correct?
Is it true that a shunt trip breaker takes up an extra space in the panel? For example if I need to use a shunt trip for a 1 pole breaker, I have to block off two spaces, 3 spaces for a 2P brkr, and 4 spaces for a 3P brkr... Is this correct?
roger Moderator Staff member Location Fl Occupation Retired Electrician Aug 4, 2005 #2 Re: Shunt Trip Breaker Sizes In most cases this is true. There are some exceptions in large frame breakers. Roger
Re: Shunt Trip Breaker Sizes In most cases this is true. There are some exceptions in large frame breakers. Roger