Leviton panel doesn't have the breaker I need
Specific manufacturers like Leviton often do not make required breaker amperages or configurations, such as 150A breakers or tandem circuits. This leaves homeowners and electricians stuck during panel upgrades without knowing what model or amperage to use.
What people tried
Every workaround mentioned in the threads below. We haven’t tested any of them — and nobody here is claiming they worked.
- 1Using a feed-thru connection instead of a dedicated breaker
- 2Dropping down to a 125A subpanel size
- 3Using alternative panel brands like Eaton CH or Square D QO where parts are easier to source
- 4Searching online marketplaces for modern equivalents
- 5Consulting online forums for advice on electrical panel compatibility
In their words
Unedited, grouped by where they were said, most upvoted first within each place, each linked to the thread it came from.
r/askanelectrician2 people · September 2026 – October 2026
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