View Full Version : I have a 125 amp. Main panel.no space can I run small sub panel
 
 meath
Aug 10, 2012, 10:31 AM
I have a 125 amp. Bryant main panel that is maxed out with piggy back breakers. Can I feed a small amp. Panel off the main if I remove some breakers and put them into the sub panel ,  I need to run a 2 pole 30 amp. On the sub panel.
 tkrussell
Aug 10, 2012, 12:08 PM
Yes, you can remove two breakers from the main panel, install a 50 or 60 amp to feed the sub, and move the removed circuits to the new.If you do this you will need more details.
 mike 165278
Aug 10, 2012, 06:42 PM
To feed the subpanel try to get a Cutler Hammer type BR (BR260) or CL (CL260) breaker.  That is the approved replacement breaker for a Bryant panel. Bryant is long gone. Ideally if you're re-using the breakers from the main panel in the sub panel, try to get a Cutler Hammer panel as well.  Or just use new breakers in the subpanel