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Device that defines the arc duration - Panelboards
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Author:  Jim Phillips (brainfiller) [ Sun Dec 05, 2021 2:38 pm ]
Post subject:  Device that defines the arc duration - Panelboards

For panelboards, the next upstream protective device located in a separate enclosure is normally used to define the arc duration. This weeks' question:

Have you ever used a panelboards local main device to define its arc duration?
Yes
No
I don't perform studies

Author:  jchristopherslice [ Mon Dec 06, 2021 8:30 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Device that defines the arc duration - Panelboards

What is the correct procedure for evaluating the AFCT for the service panel when there's only one OCPD between it and the utility service entrance? What if it's a 3000A switchboard? Do you know how this should be handled in ETAP?

Author:  aguywithfeet [ Tue Dec 28, 2021 10:09 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Device that defines the arc duration - Panelboards

I have done this when the incoming wires were complete covered in a lexan shield inside an open cabinet style MCC. I don't believe now that it is correct, but i think realistically, it was ok.

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