Why not put a main breaker panel behind the meter and extend the circuits back to it ? A lot cheaper than the 2/0 wire.
You cannot find 2/0 copper service cable. You would have to run conduit (if you do not already have it (1 1/2" or 2")) for single conductors.
You can, however, find 4/0 aluminum service cable (200 amp equivalent). Aluminum is safe as long as all lugs are rated for aluminum.
Breakers and panels are.
Everyone has an opinion as to brands, but I like Cutler Hammer type CH (not BR).
On 2/11/2013 9:01 PM, Michael Baldwin wrote:
Thanks for confirming. I was about 99% sure that 2/0 AUG is what I needed for the power, and 4 AUG for the ground.Any suggestions for a disconnect? Not finding much. I want one to sit on the inside of the wall from the meter. I do not want a disconnect on the outside. then I will run the 2/0 cables from there to the panel.Michael
From: DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com [mailto:DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of wired
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Subject: Re: Update RE: [DIY] Electrical troubles
Look up NEC (National Electrical Code)table 310.15(B)(6).
Single phase 3 wire service for residential requires 1AWG for 150 amp and 2/0 AWG for 200 amp.
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