While working on my Victron install, I pulled the breaker box to properly route the new 6 AWG wiring. I found an issue that I've been diving into, and would like the input from any licensed electricians that may be on the forum.
When I pulled the cover off my breaker panel, I found several instances of double lugged neutral wires. Although this is not good practice, it falls into a gray area regarding the National Electrical Code. In 2002, the NEC specifically called out a prohibition of double lugging conductors. It was clearly written into the code. But in the 2023 NEC, the paragraphs have changed, and I can't seem to locate the paragraph now. To muddy the water further, there is some language that allows double lugged conductors if the panel manufacturer designed the panel to accommodate it. My panel is from WFCO, and I can't seem to find any documentation on the panel specifications.
It took me about five minutes to move the double lugged wires to their own slot.
Do any of you electricians have a read on the code requirements for this topic?
Note: There is not 6 AWG feed into the box below - It's currently being reworked.
Jim
When I pulled the cover off my breaker panel, I found several instances of double lugged neutral wires. Although this is not good practice, it falls into a gray area regarding the National Electrical Code. In 2002, the NEC specifically called out a prohibition of double lugging conductors. It was clearly written into the code. But in the 2023 NEC, the paragraphs have changed, and I can't seem to locate the paragraph now. To muddy the water further, there is some language that allows double lugged conductors if the panel manufacturer designed the panel to accommodate it. My panel is from WFCO, and I can't seem to find any documentation on the panel specifications.
It took me about five minutes to move the double lugged wires to their own slot.
Do any of you electricians have a read on the code requirements for this topic?
Note: There is not 6 AWG feed into the box below - It's currently being reworked.
Jim
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