Split 30amp into two 15amp circuits
I'm looking into converting a van we own into a camper van. I converted it into a grooming van a few years years ago and since we used a generator I just used two 15amp circuits to power the van. On...
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LittleBill wrote:DrewE wrote:
The NEC requires a main disconnect (i.e. a main breaker, or a switch and fuses) when more than two branch circuits are used. If only two branch circuits are used, it's apparently not actually required, but still IMHO a very good idea for a couple of reasons:
explain this item to me then, since i own a similar one
clicky
That style panel can be used as either a main panel or sub-panel. Equipped with a straight in double pole breaker (power source connects directly to the breaker) and a neutral/ground bond, it's a main panel with lugs that can be used to feed a sub-panel. With the neutral/ground bond lifted and the source from a main panel connected to the bus lugs, it's a sub-panel. That style panel is very commonly used in residential construction.
