I need to know what this item is. I found it located in the main panal attached to a 20 amp breaker.
Thanks,
WHI
Doorbell transformer, maybe…
20 amp breaker may be a bit much…
It shoud not be “in” the panel either.
Thank you for the quick reply. I’ll inform the customer of the situation.
Thanks again,
WHI
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Yes, it is a doorbell transformer and it should not be in the electrical panel.
I know it shouldn’t be in the panel but why?
The secondary low voltage side wiring is not rated to be in the same enclosure as 120/240v wiring. It also has limited heat dissipation inside the panel.
Well said Mr. Romoser…with that additional heat…it could melt insulation…as stated…cause the transformer to overheat and burn up , maybe catch fire…and well…end in a rather nasty situation.
I don’t see the heat as much of a problem as the class 2 wiring inside the panel.