Recent content by monster1

Ok. So I got the disconnect and 6ft whip. So just to make sure I'm wiring this correctly going from the stranded aluminum to copper, my plan is to mount the disconnect box centered on a stud above the two gang box that is already there and abandon it completely. Pull the aluminum wires...

Sure. I understand that it's not the same as the solid aluminum wire that used to burn houses down. Just there seems to be a learning curve in it's installation that I was unaware of. Thats why I didn't just simply wire in the outlet they supplied and call it a day. Sounds like I'm making...

Unfortunately the builder charged me an additional 600 to run this circuit and used aluminum wire. In hindsight, I could have easily ran the circuit myself. I did for my last house without issue.

You're absolutely correct. I didn't think that through. Now I feel dumb. Lol

Absolutely. An interlock was in the plans if I went that route. But as stated by another member, that couldn't be accomplished without a male to male end. So scrap that idea. Also, the compressor and main panel are within sight (6ft approximately), so as you said, a disconnect isn't...

Thank you. This is the route I'm going to take. Both items in stock at my local Ace.

I think my use of recepticle was confusing so I deleted it. No. I'm not going to do it. I understand the dangers of a live male end on a power cord.

Yes. After thinking about it, it couldn't be done without the use of a Deadman plug.

6-50R is actually the "recepticle" I have. Sorry for the confusing terminology. Its a 6-50R outlet they left to be wired into the wall for the compressor.

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Finally, I upgraded my compressor from a 30gal 120v to a 60gal 230v. When we had the house built, I paid extra for a 240v circuit to be installed. They installed the circuit but didn't wire in and install a 30A recepticle because they didn't know how the compressor was to be wired without...

Biggest air tool I plan on using is an IR231c impact. I plan on putting in this Craftsman compressor 11.5 cfpm @ 90psi (unless someone can recommend a better bang for the buck).

Need advice on installing hardlines inside my garage. My compressor will be install on one side of the garage. I'll be running a hardline inside the wall and ceiling to the other side of the garage where my work area will be. Originally, I was thinking 3/4" pex as it's a 50ft run just to...

I love this thing. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00E55DL4I?tag=atomicindus08-20

Having the new house wired up. I'm trying to figure out if I'm good with my current 30gal 120v compressor or going with a 240v 60 gal beast. 70% of my use is a using a blow gun and tire chuck. The other 30% is using a 3/8" air ratchet, air chisel and IR231 impact. Think I'm good with what I...