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Old 06-19-2025, 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Sparky365 View Post
The Eaton Ultra cost $103. and the 2 pole 50amp Breaker (required) is $ 20. on Amazon.
You will need 2 breaker spaces in your panel.
You forgot the flush mount kit needed here in the Villages for $30.
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Although you can purchase all the components, installing one of these is not a DIY project since you will need to open the electrical panel to install it and work around the live electrical feed even with the main breaker turned OFF. Because of the location of the cable "knockouts" at the bottom of the panel, you may even need to drill the hole larger or use a special adaptor to mount these devices to the panel. I've seen enough of these done where if you don't have the right tools and experience working in the electrical panel, it can be a dangerous project.