Ask Me Help Desk

Ask Me Help Desk (https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/forum.php)
-   Electrical & Lighting (https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=105)
-   -   Should I install a sub panel (https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/showthread.php?t=255154)

  • Aug 31, 2008, 07:03 PM
    8mark23
    Should I install a sub panel
    There is an addition on my house that is a bedroom with a garage underneath. The wireing is jacked up and I was thinking of installing a sub-panel in garage to service the bedroom and the garage. Is this advisable? If so, how many circuits should I put in the panel? There is one slot open on the main breaker and I have a 100 amp service. Also, what gauge should I use to connect the sub panel to the main panel?
  • Sep 1, 2008, 06:11 AM
    stanfortyman
    This is entirely subjective, but IMO it's a good idea.

    A typical 50a sub-panel would be fine.

    You will be using a 100A rated panel. They can be had up to 24 circuit (sometimes even 32), but I would advise staying around 12-16 depending on what you find.

  • All times are GMT -7. The time now is 06:38 AM.