raymondjiii Posted July 29, 2022 Posted July 29, 2022 I have a sub-pannel that has close to zero space around it to properly mound anything. But the Siemens FS140 might just fit so that it's attached to the top breakers and mounted right next to the panel. No way the Leviton units will fit. I was wondering if anyone has any experience with PLC issues with the Siemens models? (The Levitons seem to give zero issues.) Thanks -Ray
raymondjiii Posted August 4, 2022 Author Posted August 4, 2022 For what it’s worth…I discovered a panel Mount surge suppressor made by Square-D that I decided to go with that fit perfectly in this confined area. It has a smaller rating, to be expected, than the Levitons. So far no Insteon signal issues. It’s interesting though, Leviton’s install instructions talks about…using stranded 10 gauge or bigger cables, attaching it to the top 2 breakers (on one side), no sharp bends, keep cables as short as possible, do not wind any excess wire. Compare that with Square-D’s instructions:….attach in anywhere….run the cables all the way from the bottom to the top (keep them long), have to use their attached cables are solid 12 gauge. I followed Leviton’s instructions for the SquareD units (have to use their cables.) Ah, who knows. I was never a fan of Square D panels. (The OC line - not just the lower “Home” line.) I always thought a GE breaker panel was rock solid…but it seems like most contractors love the SquareD OC line. I asked my contractor if my two sub panels could be GE and he was like “sure” (no extra cost) “but SquareD is better.” That was 10 years ago. If I ever move again it’s GE panels.
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