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Can you splice branch circuit conductors with wire nuts inside sub panels if the wires are too short to reach the bar?
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No, the electrical code disallows distribution panels to be used for splicing of conductors or to be used as a raceway for through conductors. Some inspectors will allow the use of butt splices, properly installed with the correct tool and finally wrapped with electrical tape. Before the job is started inquire at the Electrical Inspection Agency for their thoughts.
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You will be better off to splice the wires at some point outside the panel in a junction box (J-box). This method will be legal under most (perhaps all) electrical codes and will allow easier access.
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