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Question, I noticed that the wires coming from the motor are XLPE and if you look at the picture the wires look aluminum. Is XLPE tinned copper? I want to make sure before I connect it to copper THHN.

Cool! I will wire it up later this evening and will let you know how it goes. Thank you everyone for all your help. Hope this thread helps others.

If its not right, where is the PS supposed to be wired to?

Ok, I think I got it. One last question, does it matter what set of motor wires go to the left or right bottom terminals on the magnetic starter? Let me know if this is right. See below...

Thanks wyliesdiesels Is this the bottom right terminal you are talking about. See yellow circle.

Im at homedepot right now, will 10AWG primary wire be fine for wiring between mag starter, PS, & motor? Hopefully someones sees this while I'm here

Ok, I will post pics when I get home of the completed wiring before I start the compressor. I will switch the wires to proper CCW roatation. I looked up the manual for this pump and it requires CCW rotation. To be sure, do I run a single wire from each of the two wires tied together in the...

I have the heater coil, just haven't installed it yet.:thumbup: I'm a little confused about the pressure switch wiring. So, I take my wire from 1L1 and connect it to L1 on the PS. and here's where I'm confused - Do I connect my second wire from T1 on the pressure switch and run it to X2 on mag...

I'm in the process of wiring my 80gal 5HP Single Phase(230v~23amps Motor) compressor and need help. I've never wired a magnetic starter and pressure switch. Q's: What size breaker and wire size do you recommend? I was told #8 Romex NM-B or #10 THHN(in conduit) The Baldor motor has 4...

Question: My tank says 200Psi MAX. The pressure switch you post is rated for 135/175. Is this the one I need? If you look at the pictures of the pump, there are two release valves connected to the left and right of the cylinder head. They are looking a bit worn out and would like to replace...

I just ordered the magnetic starter and pressure switch from the links you posted. As soon as I receive them I will post pics and start wiring it up.

Ok, I will order these now. Once they come in I will definitely need help wiring it up. Will a 30A two pole breaker and 10ga copper wire be sufficient enough to run from main box?

Ok, great! I was going to purchase from eBay so should I order the items from the links you posted? Also, how do I know if this compressor needs compression unloading? Thank you for helping me set this up. I've never had a compressor this size before other than the shops I work at.

Hello Everyone! I'm new to the forum and would like everyone's opinion on a used compressor I just purchased. I picked up an 80gal 5hp(Baldor 230v Single Phase) Amp Air Moving Products compressor for $500. Its in pretty good condition although I don't know how it runs. I'm trying to get it...