I doubt if you can fit a 200 amp breaker into a 100 amp panel and it is illegal as the bus bars in a 100 amp panel are rated at 100 not 200 amps. The panel must be of the same capacity in amps as the main breaker that is installed in it. You can go smaller but not larger. The other problem is that a 200 amp service required three ought (000) wire. 000 copper wire with an insulation factor 90 degrees C is rated at 210 amps. Two ought (00) copper wire with an insulation factor of 60C is rated at 145 amps, 75C is rated at 175 amps and 90C is rated at 185 amps. Buy a complete house package that has the main breaker and all of the appliance breakers plus a few breakers for 15 amp circuits, all for one price that is cheaper that buying individual pieces.
I doubt if the 125 amp breaker will fit into a 100 amp box. This is due to the rating of the box only being rated at 100 amps. If this exchange could be made then the service conductors feeding the box must be upgraded to take the 125 amperage that the breaker will allow on the conductor.
Yes, a 20 amp electrical service can be upgraded to a 40 amp service, but it requires careful planning and adherence to local electrical codes. This upgrade typically involves replacing the existing circuit breaker panel, wiring, and potentially the service entrance cable to accommodate the increased load. It's essential to consult a licensed electrician to assess your home's electrical needs and ensure a safe installation.
No, you cannot use an existing 8 3 wire hooked to a 30amp breaker for a heater that requires 10 2 wire. The wire gauge and breaker size need to match the specific requirements of the new heater to ensure safety and proper function. You will need to upgrade the wiring to accommodate the 10 2 wire needed for the 5000-watt 240-volt heater.
Yes, a building can be too old to upgrade its power service from 100 amps to 200 amps. Factors such as the condition of the existing electrical infrastructure, compliance with current building codes, and structural limitations may hinder the upgrade. Additionally, older buildings may require extensive renovations to accommodate the new electrical service safely. Consulting with a licensed electrician or electrical engineer is essential to assess the feasibility of the upgrade.
No the service wires need to be upgrade to 3/0 copper or 250 mcm aluminum. This will require a power company to disconnect so you can upgrade the service. These wires are always hot unless the power company disconnects from their source. Do it right pull a permit and upgradeAdditional information:Some meter base boxes include a shutoff/breaker. If you are only looking for additional space inside the breaker panel, and do not upgrade to a higher amperage breaker inside the meter base, you actually CAN use the same wire, provided that it is long enough to reach into the new breaker panel. The breaker of the meter base protects from the over-current condition.If you have the shutoff in the meter base, you will obviously be able to disconnect service while you perform the necessary changes. While you are working on the service, lock-out the meter base access to prevent anyone from turning the power back on.It is still recommended that you pull a permit and work with a qualified electrician.
1) If you are tripping the main breaker and you do not have an electrical fault in the home. 2) If you are installing additional circuits or appliances and you expect to exceed 80% of the load capacity of the existing service panel.
All depends on what type of equipment you are going to operate in the garage. I would suggest you call an electrician. You can connect to your existing 100 amp circuit if there is an empty spot for a breaker.
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I doubt if the 125 amp breaker will fit into a 100 amp box. This is due to the rating of the box only being rated at 100 amps. If this exchange could be made then the service conductors feeding the box must be upgraded to take the 125 amperage that the breaker will allow on the conductor.
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No, you cannot use an existing 8 3 wire hooked to a 30amp breaker for a heater that requires 10 2 wire. The wire gauge and breaker size need to match the specific requirements of the new heater to ensure safety and proper function. You will need to upgrade the wiring to accommodate the 10 2 wire needed for the 5000-watt 240-volt heater.
Have an electrician wire you a proper line for the appliance. You were just kidding about the 100A, right? 10, or 20amp, not 100.