Backfeed one breaker to make it a main switch

Posted by LJD on January 13, 2012 at 08:46:52 from (75.251.27.156):

In Reply to: Subpanel with main breaker for barn posted by mkirsch on January 13, 2012 at 07:50:31:

You can buy a small subpanel and stick a double breaker in it as a "main switch." You run your main power wires into the terminals screws of the breaker instead of the main lugs on the panel. This way, the breaker becomes a "main disconnect."

Many areas require that the "back-fed" breaker have a hold-down kit installed so it cannot be yanked out easily.

You can get what you need at Home Depot cheap - either with Square D type QO, or Homeline. Sneider Electric sells a cheap "backfeed breaker kit." They have it for the Square D and Homeline boxes.

Replies:

Add a Reply Name: E-Mail: Subject: Comments: Optional Link URL: Link Title: Optional Image URL: Optional Video Title: Optional Video URL: Advanced Posting Options Email Notification: If you check this box, email will be sent to you whenever someone replies to this message. Your email address must be entered above to receive notification. This notification will be cancelled automatically after 2 weeks.   Advanced Posting Tools   Upload Photo  Select Gallery Photo  Attach Serial # List  Return to Post

TRACTOR PARTS	TRACTOR MANUALS

We sell tractor parts!  We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today. [ About Us ]