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The electrical panel is an essential element in the electrical installation of a building or a home. It plays the role of distributing electricity throughout the field and contains the safety device in the event of a problem in the electrical circuit. Discover the types, operation and standards that electrical panels must meet in Quebec.

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The different types of electrical panels

There are 2 main types of electrical panels: circuit breakers and fuses. The circuit breaker electrical panel is the most commonly used. The reason is that it offers more security guarantees. In the event of a problem in a particular circuit in the house, the power supply is interrupted thanks to a circuit breaker. After fixing the problem, simply reactivate it again to supply the circuit with power again.

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The fused electrical panel works the same way, except that instead of circuit breakers, fuses are installed on the panel, corresponding to each circuit that makes up the house. In the event of a problem, the fuse in question cuts off, interrupting the power supply. The fuse must then be replaced before resupplying the circuit.

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The conformities to which an electrical panel must be subjected

An electrical panel consists of several components to be able to fulfill its role. In order for it to be approved properly and safely, the complete assembly of the panel must be approved. Therefore, if the empty case and each component comply with manufacturing standards, it is not systematic that their combination is in accordance. The professional who carries out the assembly must have an accreditation from a recognized certification body.

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Nevertheless, there are pre-assembled electrical panels that already comply with safety standards. In this case, the professional will have to respect the equipment according to the specificities of the panel. In other words, if the panel is designed to support 5 household appliances operating at 220V, it will be impossible to exceed this capacity, unlike panels mounted on site where modules can be added.

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Finally, your electrical panel must be installed in a room away from humidity. Thus, it is strongly recommended not to place it in your bathroom to avoid premature damage to the panel components, which can lead to a short circuit and fires.

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Trust Erco for the supply and installation of your electrical panel

For all work concerning your electrical panel and your electrical installation in general, you can trust Erco. We have a qualified professional team to perform a new installation or replacement of your old electrical panel.

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If you need to upgrade your existing panel in order to use new electrical devices in the home, you can also use our services. We carry out a field study in order to assess your needs. We then take care of adding modules so that your panel can accommodate new devices.

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We also check the panel and the entire electrical installation in a home you have just purchased. This will guarantee you maximum safety and a serene use of your electrical devices. Finally, we ensure the regular maintenance of electrical panels and the replacement of worn components with others that comply with the standards in force in Quebec.

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