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Re: Main Power Terminal Blocks?

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Originally Posted by sanddrag View Post
I don't mean to be un-gracious, but what is the point for this new power distribution block? It is taking up a great deal more space and weight. The Maxi fuse block is designed to take like 4 or maybe even two gauge wire. The other panels have big enough lugs to take a terminal for 6 gauge wire. In the past, we would always run 6 gauge wire off the breaker to every panel. Why this intermediate thing? To me, it is like driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco by passing through Wyoming. Is there a good reason for it that I'm not seeing? If not, can we rally for a rule change so it isn't required?

That is exactly what I have been trying to say. It is MUCH more weight and less practical from my knowledge.

Can a controls mentor please explain the function of a power block I do not completely understand.

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