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Old 04-30-2012, 03:22 PM   #1
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Default SQ-D QO breaker in QOB panel?
Is it my imagination, or do QOB panels have provision to install a QO breaker in them? I'm thinking there is still the narrowed section of bus to snap in a QO. This would make it possible to install a tandem (QOT2020CP) Thanks.

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Some SQ. D panels provide this provision, but not all.


If the inspector pays attention he wouldn't allow a tandem breaker, because the panel is most likely not listed to use tandems

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If the Panel is a NQOD yes, it will accept QO's.. if it is a NQOB.. no.. bolt in only
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Some SQ. D panels provide this provision, but not all.


If the inspector pays attention he wouldn't allow a tandem breaker, because the panel is most likely not listed to use tandems

and like this guy says.. even if the panel accepts it, doesnt mean it's inspectable
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Ok. Thanks for the input. Gonna give to a shot and see. Next option is to add a tail panel for 2 20a circuits. Silly to do if I can avoid it. Thanks again.
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