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an additional electrical panel that is connected to the main electrical panel and used to distribute power to specific areas or circuits within a building
A subpanel is a smaller electrical panel that is connected to the main electrical panel of a building. It is used to distribute electricity to a specific area or section of the building, such as a garage, basement, or an addition. A subpanel helps reduce the load on the main panel and provides easier access to circuit breakers for specific areas, making electrical management more efficient. It is typically connected by a power cable to the main panel and can contain its own set of breakers for controlling power in the designated area.
- The electrician installed a subpanel in the garage to make it easier to manage the electrical circuits for the new workshop.
- The subpanel in the basement controls the lights and outlets for that floor of the house.
- The house was recently renovated, and the electrician upgraded the subpanel to accommodate new appliances.
- The subpanel in the attic helps distribute power to the heating and cooling system in that part of the house.
- If you plan to add more rooms to the house, a subpanel might be necessary to handle the increased electrical demand.
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