Originally Posted By: jonofrey This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Sometimes they put it in there to keep the (illegal) pointed screws from penetrating the conductors or in this case to keep the main service entrance conductors from “springing” out of the panel because of the tension on the bends.
Originally Posted By: jtedesco This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
The panelboard is installed in the cabinet. Cabinets are covered in Article 312 and there are no provisions for the use of anything not specifically designed and listed for the equipment. I would call this a defect and it also adds to a fire load if there was an overcurrent condition.
