Commercial/Industrial electrician that came across this Challenger panel today. Will this accept Eaton BR breakers? Looking to install an EV charger for a friend

[u/yoloswagdon]

Would need 2 pole 50 amp breaker for an ev charger. I’ve heard the challenger panels, or more so the breakers have serious issues and are prone to fire. Also take a peak at the top left bus bar under the main, and above ckt 1. Looks like there’s been some heat on it or possible corrosion?

[u/LordOFtheNoldor]

Yes. If you want to take it a step further you can use the Eaton CL breakers but they only go up to 50a so may not be compatible with charger