How high does an electrical panel have to be from the floor?
How high does an electrical panel have to be from the floor?
A height limit applies to mounting a panel box. The circuit breaker at the top of the box may not be higher than 6-foot 7-inches from the floor. A permanent platform must be below the panel box if the top circuit breaker exceeds this specific height.
Is there a minimum height for a subpanel?
1 Answer. There's no minimum height, but it can't be higher than 6'7" at the highest point of the "operating handle." The code specifically states: 240.24(A) Accessibility.Jan 5, 2021
How high does an electrical box need to be off the ground?
Generally, you want to mount receptacle boxes with the bottom of the box about 16-inches off the floor.Jan 15, 2021
What is the minimum height of a main breaker?
The center of the main breaker handle, cannot be higher than 6' 7". Check with the local building department, as they may have a minimum height. Practically speaking, you'll want it at a comfortable height to work in. You're not going to want to sit, or kneel on the floor while working in the panel.Oct 24, 2015