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Milbank U8303-O-CECHA 4 Terminal Ringless Plain Top Horn Bypass 2 Position Single Pedestal Direct Bury CECHA Approved

Milbank 200A 1-Phase Ringless Meter Socket 2-Position Direct Bury Pedestal with Horn Bypass CECHA Approved

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Milbank 200A 1-Phase Ringless Meter Socket 2-Position Direct Bury Pedestal with Horn Bypass CECHA Approved

Professional utility metering solution for multi-unit applications

The Milbank 200A 1-Phase Ringless Meter Socket delivers reliable dual-position metering capability with direct bury pedestal mounting for underground service applications. Featuring G90 galvanized steel construction with powder coat finish and Type 3R weatherproof rating, this CECHA approved meter socket provides durable outdoor performance. The horn bypass provision enables safe meter maintenance while the 4-terminal ringless design accommodates 6 AWG to 350 kcmil conductors for versatile installation requirements.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • 200 Continuous Ampere Rating: Handles substantial electrical loads for multi-unit residential and commercial metering applications with reliable capacity.
  • 2-Position Configuration: Accommodates dual meter installation for duplex units or separate service monitoring with efficient space utilization.
  • Horn Bypass Provision: Enables safe meter removal and replacement without service interruption for maintenance convenience.
  • G90 Galvanized Steel Construction: Provides superior corrosion resistance and structural integrity for long-term outdoor durability.
  • Type 3R Weatherproof Rating: Ensures reliable operation in outdoor environments with protection against rain, sleet, and ice formation.
  • UL Listed Certification: Meets rigorous safety standards for professional electrical installations and code compliance.
  • CECHA Approved: Specifically approved for Commonwealth Edison Chicago Housing Authority applications ensuring utility compatibility.

Technical Specifications

  • Amperage Rating: 200 Continuous Ampere
  • Application: Meter Socket
  • Brand Name: Milbank
  • Bypass Provision: Horn Bypass
  • Cable Entry: Underground
  • Departent: Electrical
  • Equipment Ground: 2 Barrel Ground Lug
  • Frequency Rating: 60 Hertz
  • Hub Closing Plate: Plain Top
  • Insulation: Glass Polyester
  • Line Side Wire Range: 6 AWG - 350 kcmil
  • Load Side Wire Range: 6 AWG - 350 kcmil
  • Main Breaker Size: No Main Breaker
  • Number Of Jaws: 4 Terminal
  • Number Of Main Breakers: 0
  • Number Of Meter Positions: 2 Positions
  • Number Of Receptacles: 0
  • Phase: 1 Phase
  • Product Family Code: UPED
  • Product Height: 74 IN
  • Product Length: 4.5 IN
  • Product Material: G90 Galvanized Steel with Powder Coat Finish
  • Product Mounting: Pedestal
  • Product Size: 4.5L x 8.19W x74H
  • Product Type: Ringless Meter Socket
  • Special Features: Commonwealth Edison Chicago Housing Authority
  • Standard: UL Listed;Type 3R
  • Terminal: Single Mechanical
  • Unspsc Number: 39121102
  • Voltage Rating: 600 Volts Alternating Current
  • Width: 8.19 IN

Professional Applications

  • Multi-Unit Residential Properties
  • Duplex and Townhome Developments
  • Commercial Multi-Tenant Buildings
  • Utility Service Installations
  • Underground Service Applications
  • Chicago Housing Authority Projects
  • Municipal Electrical Infrastructure

Why Choose Milbank Quality?

Milbank delivers proven reliability with UL Listed certification and specialized CECHA approval for utility applications. The robust G90 galvanized steel construction with powder coat finish and Type 3R weatherproof rating ensures dependable performance in demanding outdoor environments, backed by professional-grade materials and manufacturing standards.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Amperage Rating:
200 Continuous Ampere
Application:
Meter Socket
Brand Name:
Milbank
Bypass Provision:
Horn Bypass
Cable Entry:
Underground
Equipment Ground:
2 Barrel Ground Lug
Frequency Rating:
60 Hertz
Hub Closing Plate:
Plain Top
Insulation:
Glass Polyester
Line Side Wire Range:
6 AWG - 350 kcmil
Load Side Wire Range:
6 AWG - 350 kcmil
Main Breaker Size:
No Main Breaker
Number Of Jaws:
4 Terminal
Number Of Main Breakers:
0
Number Of Meter Positions:
2 Positions
Number Of Receptacles:
0
Phase:
1 Phase
Product Family Code:
UPED
Product Height:
74 IN
Product Length:
4.5 IN
Product Size:
4.5L x 8.19W x74H
Product Type:
Ringless Meter Socket
Special Features:
Commonwealth Edison Chicago Housing Authority
Standards:
UL Listed;Type 3R
Terminal:
Single Mechanical
Unspsc Number:
39121102
Voltage Rating:
600 Volts Alternating Current
Product Material:
G90 Galvanized Steel with Powder Coat Finish
Product Mounting:
Pedestal
Amps:
200
Product Width:
8.19 IN
Department:
Electrical
Product Subgroup:
Metering & Meter Sockets
Product Group:
Power Distribution

Milbank U8303-O-CECHA – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does the Milbank U8303-O-CECHA meter pedestal need a separate main breaker?
No breaker comes with it. The U8303-O-CECHA is a meter socket pedestal only, with no main breaker and no breaker space (Main Breaker Size: No Main Breaker, 0 main breakers). Overcurrent protection has to live downstream in each unit's panel, or in a separate disconnect enclosure. There are also no receptacles built into the pedestal, so if the job needs a convenience outlet at the pedestal, that is a separate item.
2) Is the 200A rating on this 2-position Milbank pedestal per meter or total?
200 continuous amperes is the socket rating, and each of the two meter positions is a 200A single-phase, 4-terminal socket. That is the standard configuration for a duplex or two-tenant service. Voltage rating is 600VAC, 60 Hz. Size your service conductors and the utility's transformer capacity for the combined load, not for a single 200A position.
3) What size conductors will land in this Milbank pedestal, line and load?
Both line and load terminals take 6 AWG through 350 kcmil, on single mechanical lugs. That range covers typical 200A aluminum service entrance runs (4/0 AL) with room to go up for long underground pulls. Equipment ground is provided by two barrel ground lugs.
4) Can this Milbank pedestal be fed from overhead service?
No. The U8303-O-CECHA is built for underground cable entry and is a direct bury pedestal, so the conductors come up through the base from below grade. The top is a plain top with no hub opening, so there is no provision for a service mast or overhead drop. For an overhead service you need a wall-mounted socket with a hub.
5) What does CECHA approved mean on this Milbank meter socket, and can I use it outside Chicago?
CECHA is the Commonwealth Edison / Chicago Housing Authority approval, meaning ComEd has accepted this configuration for CHA-related service installations. Electrically it is a standard UL Listed 200A, 4-terminal ringless horn bypass socket, so it functions anywhere, but meter equipment has to be on your serving utility's accepted list. Outside the ComEd territory, check the U8303 against your utility's approved meter socket schedule before you set it.
6) How tall is the Milbank 2-position meter pedestal and how much of it is above grade?
Overall the unit measures 4.5 x 8.19 x 74 inches, with 74 inches being the height. Part of that length is the buried pedestal leg, since it is a direct bury design set into the earth rather than bolted to a pad, so the meter faces sit well below the full 74 inches once installed. Plan your trench depth and final grade so the meter windows land at the utility's required reading height.
7) What is the horn bypass for on a meter socket, and do I need it?
Horn bypass lets the utility shunt current around the meter so the meter can be pulled or swapped without dropping power to the tenants. On the U8303-O-CECHA it is built into a 4-terminal ringless socket. Many utilities require bypass on 200A and larger sockets, and it is what property managers want on occupied multi-unit buildings where a meter change cannot mean a service interruption. If your utility spec calls for a lever bypass or no bypass instead, this is not the right socket.
8) What is the difference between a ringless meter socket and a ring-type one, and which does my utility want?
A ringless socket like the Milbank U8303-O-CECHA uses a hinged or lift-off cover that seals over the meter instead of a separate sealing ring clamped around the meter rim. Utilities standardize on one style or the other and will reject the wrong one at inspection, so match the socket style to your utility's meter equipment schedule. The jaw count matters just as much: this is a 4-terminal socket, which is the single-phase 3-wire configuration. A network or 3-phase service needs a 5-jaw or 7-jaw socket instead.
9) Is this the right meter pedestal for a duplex or a two-unit townhome?
Yes, that is the application it is built for. Two metering positions on one pedestal gives each unit its own 200A single-phase meter from a single underground service point, which is the usual arrangement on duplexes, townhome pairs and two-tenant commercial suites. For three or more units you need a multi-position or modular metering pack rather than this two-position UPED pedestal.
10) What is the exact part number to order this Milbank 2-position CECHA pedestal?
Order it as Milbank U8303-O-CECHA. The base U8303 designation covers the 4-terminal ringless plain top horn bypass 2-position direct bury pedestal, and the CECHA suffix identifies the Commonwealth Edison / Chicago Housing Authority approved version. If a submittal calls out a plain U8303 without the suffix, confirm with the utility which one they will accept before you order, since the approval marking is the difference.
11) Will a Milbank direct bury meter pedestal hold up outdoors in snow and road salt?
It is built from G90 galvanized steel with a powder coat finish and carries a Type 3R enclosure rating, which covers rain, sleet and ice. Internal insulation is glass polyester. For a buried pedestal in a salted parking area, the galvanized substrate under the powder coat is what gives you the corrosion margin at the grade line, which is where these units usually fail first.
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Does the Milbank U8303-O-CECHA come with a warranty?
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