upgrade to SQ D homeline ?


Hi Guys,

I am trying to upgrade my old 100 AMP zinsco electrical panel. Unfortunately, all the electrician I talked to , are not giving in my request of my having a panel with copper bus.

I have been given reasons like meter combo not available ( SQ D QO panels), siemens/murray not available etc.

My panel is outdoors and I am trying to upgrade to 200A service. I will also have four 10 AWG dedicated lines with Oyaide R1 receptables ( all within 10 feet from panel)

Is it OK to with SQ D homeline ? Please help.

My system is midfi
a) Speakers: Focal Electra 1027 BE
b) Amp: CJ classic sixty
c) Pre amp: CJ ET3SE
d) SVS SB-13 ultra
e) Cardas interconnects/speaker cable
f) Power chord: Shunyata
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To completely ignore your question, why do you describe your system as "midfi"?
I have heard few Hifi systems. I hate to say it but they sounded better and were much more expensive.
One of the Electrician is swearing by SQ D Homeline Electrical panel SC2040M200C and saying it is as good for home applications.
Without knowing all of the details, if you are set on Square D,
( I like square D ) go with a NEMA 3R NQ Panelboard. This may be a bit of a stretch for a residential electrician to grasp. You want to insist on QOB ( bolt in breakers, not QO plug ons ) You can spec the interior with copper buss ( CU ). It will cost more than a Home Line load center. I purchase this this type of material on a weekly basis. If you really want to blow his mind, ask him to use "Copper Koat" on all of his connections.
( a real audiophile would insist on an exotic silver paste, but I can not recommend a product that is not UL Listed for that purpose ) The things that you could address are almost endless.
Thanks Mrderrick, it is taking me some time to grasp all the information that you doled out on me.

Do you think homeline panel should be just fine OR should I stick to my original request ( copper bus panel) even if it means keep talking to more electricians?
Btw, I am in no rush and can wait if it makes significant difference.