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Electricalaka: panelaka: load centeraka: fuse boxaka: distribution panel

Breaker Panel

In Plain English

The metal box containing all the circuit breakers that distribute electricity throughout a building.

Definition

The main distribution board that receives electrical power from the utility service and distributes it through individual circuit breakers to branch circuits throughout the building. Also called a load center or electrical panel, it contains the main breaker and individual circuit breakers. Panel capacity is measured in amperes (e.g., 100A, 200A, 400A).

Example

The commercial renovation required upgrading from a 200-amp to a 400-amp breaker panel to support new HVAC equipment.

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