Air compressor disconnect

[scotty95]

I see some have some kind of a 30a box with a double breaker shut off between the main panel and the air compressor. Is this a something that is necessary to do and what would I buy in the box stores. Thanks for the help.

 

[pbon]

Listen to the electricians not a DIYer like me, but I think electrical code requires a disconnect in line of sight on hardwired 240V devices. Some might say that does not mean it is necessary. I have one that is like a light switch — my 60 gallon compressor amp draw is within its rating, but more serious compressors likely need the higher rated box style disconnects. I am curious whether having the circuit breaker box located within sight is sufficient.

 

[Bad Eye Bill]

I think it's necessary and I use one very similar to this.

 

[LeeG]

I have one next to my compressor. 240v, 30 amp, non-fused disconnect.

Something like this. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PPX5K7C/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Lee

 

[RTM]

See similar things on AC condensers, non fused disconnect. Pull them out when working, required by code in the state. Maybe the same in other states. Forget where else I worked in one, but found the box full of ****.

 

[scotty95]

Got it done, no disconnect needed 8' from power panel. Thanks for the input.