{"product_id":"briggs-stratton-200a-automatic-transfer-switch-071272","title":"Briggs \u0026 Stratton 200A Automatic Transfer Switch (Model 071272)","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePremium 200A Automatic Transfer Switch for Whole-Home Backup Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Briggs \u0026amp; Stratton 200-amp automatic transfer switch (Model 071272) is a service entrance rated (SED) transfer switch designed for full-home standby generator systems. Built for reliability and safety, this unit automatically transfers power from utility to generator during an outage and restores utility power when it returns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike standard 200A transfer switches, this model includes integrated load management (TRCM) and is designed to handle full residential electrical service, making it ideal for whole-home backup installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePair this transfer switch with a generator from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/allprogenerators.com\/collections\/briggs-stratton-standby-generators\"\u003eBriggs \u0026amp; Stratton standby generator collection\u003c\/a\u003e for a complete home backup system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e200 amp service entrance rated (SED)\u003c\/strong\u003e for whole-home electrical service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic power transfer\u003c\/strong\u003e between utility and generator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTRCM load management system\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent overload and prioritize circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNEMA 3R steel enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e for indoor or outdoor installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Briggs \u0026amp; Stratton standby generators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for full-home backup systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10-year limited warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Model 071272 Different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a basic transfer switch. Model 071272 is a higher-tier unit designed for full-service applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService Entrance Rated (SED)\u003c\/strong\u003e – allows direct integration with your main electrical service panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoad Management (TRCM)\u003c\/strong\u003e – helps balance electrical demand during generator operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole-Home Capability\u003c\/strong\u003e – supports larger homes and higher electrical loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany lower-cost transfer switches do not include these features, making this model a stronger solution for complete backup systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen utility power is lost, the transfer switch automatically signals your generator to start. Once the generator reaches operating speed, the switch transfers your home’s electrical load to generator power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen utility power returns, the switch safely transitions your home back to utility power and shuts down the generator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBriggs \u0026amp; Stratton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e071272\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmperage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 Amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120\/240V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Phase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eService Entrance Rated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (SED)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad Management\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTRCM (Time-Based Load Control Module)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNEMA 3R Galvannealed Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20°F to 120°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL Listed (UL1008)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole-home standby generator systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomes with 200A electrical service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorm and hurricane preparedness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic generator installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResidential backup systems requiring load management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis transfer switch must be installed by a qualified electrician according to local electrical codes and manufacturer specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this better than a standard 200A transfer switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This model includes service entrance rating and load management, which are not always included in lower-cost units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this power an entire home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a 200A transfer switch is designed to support full residential electrical service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this required for automatic generator operation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a transfer switch is required for a generator to automatically supply power during an outage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Briggs and Stratton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44894705287283,"sku":"071272","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/2359\/7385\/files\/briggs-stratton-071272-200a-automatic-transfer-switch-enclosure.webp?v=1777119666","url":"https:\/\/allprogenerators.com\/products\/briggs-stratton-200a-automatic-transfer-switch-071272","provider":"AllProGenerators","version":"1.0","type":"link"}