Recent content by sdstriper

Thanks Charles! That is how the main service in our house is wired... I get it now.

This is correct. And I still do not understand what backfeeding actually is... :headscrat

Unlimited Tap is what your referring to. You have to have a 325amp meter socket, if the power company and local code allow it. I like the idea but we have a 200 amp meter socket. A double pole breaker in the main service (50-60amp) with a feeder cable in a conduit out to the garage subpanel...

Good question... Is that what Number21 is referring to? Upgrading to a 200amp service and adding a subpanel as well as everything it takes to do it right so I have sufficient power for a space heater or an air compressor is not going to be an option. I appreciate the input but let's not over...

Interesting... So I would eliminate a second 100 amp feeder breaker for the subpanel feeder. Am I following you correctly? I wonder if this flys with code, local bs...

He all, noob here... I searched for this and my question is unanswered. Can someone explain backfeeding to me? I have seen this terminology used in a couple posts here. I am planning a subpanel to a detached garage. 100 amp subpanel, approximately 25' underground feeder, cable size...