Recent content by EMFab

Oh! No offense taken! I a little curious as to how does grass get in there so "easily". Gezzz, the only comment I would take offense to is...well, I'm not sure. I'll have to think about it! Too any years in construction, my feelings never get hurt. Just to keep you all posted on my progress, I...

What about the "dust"? This typically happens over the course of 8 months. Summer has started and grass/debris does get behind the face plate even though there are hardly any openings. I understand that dust accumulation does not allow breakers to trip, but it's not helping the this thread.

Picture is sideways. The panel is mounted vertically. Why??

Yes I will, I didn't have the opportunity "after work" due to the rain. Hopefully the cheapo ammeter I own will be accurate enough. Again everyone, thank you for the help! I didn't even know what a UPS was other than United Parcel Service. I appreciate the education! I'm also waiting on some...

There really isn't much here in the box. The left side has: Right side has: 30A double pole 15A single pole 30A double pole 15A single pole 50A double pole 15A single pole 15A single pole 20A single pole 15A single pole 20A single pole 30A double...

Thank you all very much! I'll try to work on getting an average load calculation over the next couple of days. I'm so swamped with work right now, I'll have to do this at night/time permits. I've also updated my location in case someone was local and wanted to help (I'm south of Charlotte, NC...

Thank you Eriehunter, I haven't even looked for breakers to fit my main panel yet.

Zeke, thank you very much for the reply. I'm pretty sure I understand what your saying. The vacuum will be powered first, then spindle and then the dust collection. So there will not be a 100amp draw simultaneously. You're also correct and I do understand that the computer needs to be on a...

Hello Everyone! This is my first post, and I hope it will not be my last. I have been reading this forum for a week or so now and the wealth of information is incredible! I need to run some new electrical in my attached garage, and I have learned so much on here. I still have a few...