How would you write this up?

[Richard Moore]

Brian...because you asked, and I love a challenge. []

First, this is from Eaton's (Cutler-Hammer) tech library on CH load-centers.

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You will notice that 40 circuits is not a listed option.

And then this, to prove they exist.

http://doityourself.com/store/6065577.htm#

I'm not saying the ratsnest panel is OK...as you pointed out, the label will tell. And...it does seem that some manufacturers do have 40 circuit limits for some panels. I'd just never heard of a hard and fast 200/40 225/42 rule.

[Brian G]

Well as I live and breath; now I've seen one. You've just gotta love the 200 amp 42 circuit panel as a DYI item, don't you? [:-dunce]

I sort of wonder about Cutler-Hammer though. They have that other double-tap breaker on the market, but unlike the Square D the lug looks totally generic...like they just grabbed one out of stock and went for it.

Good find Richard. Exception duely noted, and I stand corrected. [:-paperba

Brian G.

Me and My Big Mouth [:-bigmout