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  • Oct 22, 2011, 11:35 AM
    dcflintrock
    Wiring for 220 air compressor
    I need to wire a 220 air compressor 75 to 100ft from a 100 amp service panel with available double space breaker. What wire and breaker size should be used? Thank you
  • Oct 22, 2011, 12:06 PM
    stanfortyman
    Depends on the unit.
    240V is only the voltage, which has nothing to do with wire size. We need to know the amperage or HP of the motor.
  • Oct 22, 2011, 04:07 PM
    dcflintrock
    It's a 5 hp
  • Oct 22, 2011, 06:14 PM
    stanfortyman
    Is it a true 5hp or a Craftsman/Rigid/etc 5HP?

    If it is a true 5HP motor then the rating would be ~28A @ 240v single phase.
    This circuit can be wired with #10cu and have a branch circuit breaker of up to 70A. Typical would probably be a 40A breaker.
  • Oct 24, 2011, 09:13 AM
    dcflintrock
    Turns out to be a true 5hp. Think I'll follow your advice. Thanks!!

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