I need to know the amperage so that I can determine wire size for installation. This information is nowhere on the unit or in the manual??? I am wanting to wire an ingersoll rand air compressor, SS5L5, Emerson Motor. It is 18 to 20 feet from the breaker panel. 230v/1/60 What size wire do I need to run and what size breaker? Does code require a disconnect by the compressor? I have some open 30 amp breakers that used to be connected to a water heater. If I use the 2 x 30's from the water heater should I use a smaller disconnect (I had seen on some other thread that 60 amp is too much for the 5 hp motor). Thank you
A #10AWG wire can be use and 40Amp breaker can be use also. Your 5hp/230V/1/60hz motor amp is 30A.
SOURCE: wiring installation for ss5l5 IR 5hp 60 gallon compressor
Here are the specs on your compressor:
Electric Single Stage Air Compressor, Motor Running Power 5.0 HP, Free Air Flow @ Maximum Pressure 16.1 CFM, Free Air Flow @ 90 psi 18.0 CFM, Maximum Pressure 135 PSI, Phase Single, Voltage Rating 230 Volts, Current Rating 21.5 Amps, Tank Capacity 60 Gallons, Tank Type Vertical, Height 71 Inches, Length 20 Inches, Width 30 Inches, NPT Outlet (F) 1/2 Inch, 60 Hz
Good luck with your new comressor.
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