200 amp panel

Chris Bl

Have an existing 100 amp panel connected underground to a private pole and then overhead to Hydro. Building a garage between the private pole and Hydro and installing a 200 amp panel with a underground wire to the existing power supply at the private pole. How do I wire the panel for the lead to the existing power supply?

joed

New panel will need the neutral and ground bonded with ground rods. The feed to your existing panel will need four wires as the ground and neutral need to be separated in the old panel.
Install a 100 breaker in you new panel to feed the old one.

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Oso954

Without knowing the distances involved and the current wire size, we can't say anything for certain. But, the wire between the pole and the house maybe undersized based on the total run. So, you may need to replace the wire between the existing pole and the house (either on sizing or for another conductor). In that case, it might be better to do a direct run from the new panel to the existing panel.

Have you talked to Hydro about your plans? Some power companies do not allow a new structure to go in under their drop, and will insist on moving it to,or near, the new structure. Even if they allow it, they will have a minimum clearance required between the overhead wire and the roof.

Dan101

I agree with oso. You Should contact Hydro first because it will save you lots of problems.

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