Federal Pacific Circuit Breaker Alternate
|
Federal Pacific Circuit Breakers Can Be a Problem – Here’s an Alternative Electrical Repair… |
Federal Pacific Circuit Breaker Alternatives
[ad#block] Electrical Repairs Question
Is there an alternate part to the Federal Pacific dual pole 50 amp 240 volt circuit breaker? 1960’s 3 bedroom 2 bath home turned doctor’s office with original wiring and breakers and electrical panel. When the HVAC system is in the heat mode it will trip the circuit breaker after 2-3 minutes. of operation. The circuit breaker will then resist reset for approx. 2 minutes., and it will reset then it will throw the circuit breaker again after 2-3 more minutes. Until sufficiently warmer then breaker will stay in on position. Federal Pacific parts are not readily available.
This electrical question came from: Melanie, a Handy Woman from Vero Beach, Florida.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your Electrical Repairs Question Melanie.
Federal Pacific Circuit Breakers Can Be a Problem – Here’s an Alternative
Melanie, when is the last time the HVAC (heating ventilation and air conditioning) system was checked out by a technician? It may be that the circuit breaker is in fact doing its job by protecting the circuit from overloading due to a mechanical problem with the HVAC unit. It could be as easy as adding some refrigerant. It is easy to assume that the circuit breaker is not working right so you wish to replace the “defective” circuit breaker, when it may be that there is another problem that is occurring that needs to be identified and repaired. Yes, you may have a defective federal pacific circuit breaker, but the only way to really know this is to have an electrician or better yet a HVAC service technician take a amperage reading to see exactly how much electrical current the HVAC unit is using. If the amount of electrical current is over the stated range on the nameplate on the HVAC unit then there is a problem with the unit that requires attention. Back to your original question, no – there is not an alternative part for the 2-pole 50 amp 240 volt Federal Pacific circuit breaker, but the good news is that there are replacements available for most of the Federal Pacific circuit breakers, however because of the history about Federal Pacific circuit breakers you may consider upgrading the electrical panel.
The Following will assist you with your Electrical Repairs
Home Electrical Circuits
Electric Circuit Listing
The size of the home electrical service panel is designed by calculating the square footage of the home and factoring in the code requirements for the electrical circuits that are required.
Circuit breaker
Electrical Wiring Protection using Circuit Breakers
A guide to home electrical circuit breakers and how they work to protect your electrical wiring. When properly installed, your home electrical wiring is protected by a circuit protection device.
How to Install Home Office Electrical Wiring
Home Office Electrical Wiring
Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Home Office Electrical Wiring with Code Requirements for most new or remodel projects.
This link is helpful as a Handy Woman
Do-It-Yourself Electrical
The following may also be helpful for you:
Learn more about Home Electrical Wiring
|
||||||||
Be Careful and Be Safe - Never Work on Energized Circuits!
Consult your Local Building Department about Permits and Inspections for all Electric Wiring Projects.
The Safest Way to Test Electrical Devices and Identify Electric Wires!The Non-Contact Electrical TesterThis is a testing tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and is the first test tool I grab to help identify electrical wiring. It is a Non-contact tester that I use to easily Detect Voltage in Cables, Cords, Circuit Breakers, Lighting Fixtures, Switches, Outlets and Wires. Simply insert the end of the tester into an outlet, lamp socket, or hold the end of the tester against the wire you wish to test. Very handy and easy to use.
The Quickest Way to Check for Faulty Electrical Wiring!The Plug-In Outlet TesterThis is the first tool I grab to troubleshoot a problem with outlet circuit wiring. This popular tester is also used by most inspectors to test for power and check the polarity of circuit wiring. It detects probable improper wiring conditions in standard 110-125 VAC outlets Provides 6 probable wiring conditions that are quick and easy to read for ultimate efficiency Lights indicate if wiring is correct and indicator light chart is included Tests standard 3-wire outlets UL Listed Light indicates if wiring is incorrect Very handy and easy to use.
Strip Off Wire Insulation without Nicking and Damaging the Electric Wire!The Wire Stripper and Wire CutterMy absolute favorite wire stripping tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and this is the tool I use to safely strip electrical wires. This handy tool has multiple uses: The wire gauges are shown on the side of the tool so you know which slot to use for stripping insulation. The end of the tool can be used to grip and bend wire which is handy for attaching wire onto the screw terminals of switches and outlets.. The wire stripper will work on both solid and stranded wire. This tool is Very Handy and Easy to Use. |
||
| More articles about Electrical Repair, Federal Pacific and Home Electrical Wiring: | |
| « Previous | Next » |
| Why Wall Sockets and Outlets Stop Working | Blowing Fuse on an Electric Stove Circuit |
