Double lugging

Ian Gills · Sep 8, 2009

As a matter of code I never double lug neutrals in my electrical panel but as a matter of preference I do not double lug grounds either.

Due to a space issue, I may have to start double lugging grounds soon.

My grounds and neutrals share the same bar.

Any comments?

Speedy Petey · Sep 8, 2009

I agree.
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Alectrician · Sep 8, 2009

Due to a space issue, I may have to start double lugging grounds soon.

Don't lose any sleep over it.....or add a ground bar.

hj · Sep 9, 2009

If the wires are clamped in holes, no problem. If they are clamped under screws then make sure both wires are the same gauge.

Cass · Sep 9, 2009

Ian Gills said:
My grounds and neutrals share the same bar.

Any comments?

They should / can unless it is a subpannel

Billy_Bob · Sep 9, 2009

You can also go by what the panel manufacturer says in the installation instructions or on the label.

Scuba_Dave · Sep 9, 2009

I double the grounds when needed - same gauges only together
I also tend to "seperate" the grounds & neutrals to make doubling easier if needed
IE I fill the bar from the bottom/top with neutrals, and fill from the opposite end with grounds

Jar546 · Sep 12, 2009

You can place 2 grounds under one terminal if:

1) The panel ground bar is rated for 2 wires.
2) The size of the wires are the same where you place 2 under on terminal.
3) The panel ground bar is rated for the size wire(s) you are attaching.

Norcal01 · Oct 3, 2009

Read the panel listing & labeling, some are listed for as many as 3-EGC's per screw, with a limitation of being the same size, & conductor type. If one runs out of space on a ground bar you can always add a additional ground bar, too.

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