One of the most popular brands of electric panels from the 1960's through the 1980's was the Federal Pacific Stab-Lok circuit breaker box.  Millions were installed all across the country in homes and apartments, condos, and commercial real estate. Experts have questioned them as posing a real potential fire hazard. Federal Pacific (FPE)/STAB-LOK electrical panels are panels that have been the subject of UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and consumer concerns related to inadequate safety protection. Consistent evidence has been presented that FPE/STAB-LOK breakers have a tendency to become loose and experience failure of unit circuit protection. The breakers often do not trip in the event of an emergency leaving the circuit unprotected - this is a SIGNIFICANT FIRE HAZARD.  In addition, Follow this link for further information about these panels and the dangers they pose:  

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How to identify FPE breakers

• The breaker box door usually says “Federal Pacific Electric” or “FPE.”

• A website called Inspect­APedia supplies photos and further steps for identifying FPE Stab-Lok panels and breakers. Still unsure?

• Ask an electrician to remove individual breakers from the panel — you could be electrocuted if you do it yourself — and look for the E-shaped and F-shaped openings that are unique to Stab-Lok breakers.

How to identify successor Stab-Lok breakers made under other brand names

• Again, most — but not all — will have the word “Stab-Lok” in the center or on the side of the breaker panel.

You can also feel free to email me pictures of your electrical panel and I would be glad to tell you if I believe it is an FPE/Stab-Lok panel for free. info@texasvalor.com