Quincy questions

[wbrian63]

I'm about ready to order a new compressor for my workshop. I've decided on the Quincy 2V41C60VC.

I've gotten as much info as I can from the Quincy site, including the owner's manual. Curiously, while the manual goes in to all sorts of compressor theory (splash vs pressure lubrication for example), it does not contain a measured drawing of the machine. I think the manual is a generic one, maybe that's the reason.

Anyway - can someone please tell me the height up from the floor of the air outlet on the tank? I'm concealing all of my air piping in the walls of my shop, and I need to know how high off the floor (more or less) the outlet of the compressor will be.

2nd question - I'm having the circuit for the compressor wired with 8ga and a 40a breaker. I'm sure the wire is of sufficient gauge, but is a 40a breaker right? Since this is a capacitor-start compressor, the breaker size is more important than when you have the protection of a magnetic starter.

Thanks!

 

[rburke65]

Unless we do the research for the make and model of YOUR compressor, we would have no idea how large the motor is with this compressor......2V41C60VC doesn't mean a thing to us. What size of breaker does the manual say to use? More info is needed.

 

[bazzateer]

Thought this was going to involve Jack Klugman!

 

[rburke65]

You're not right! Also showing your age! Funny.

 

[wbrian63]

Unless we do the research for the make and model of YOUR compressor, we would have no idea how large the motor is with this compressor......2V41C60VC doesn't mean a thing to us. What size of breaker does the manual say to use? More info is needed.

I wouldn't have asked the question if the manual provided the answer. As noted, the manual is generic, covering all versions of the compressor, from the 5hp capacitor start models up to (I think), the 10hp 3-phase models.

The model in question is a 5hp capacitor start unit. I realize that the amp-demands of 5hp motors can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, but because the manual provides no specs, until it shows up on my doorstep (or until I drop a dime and call Quincy), I'm just guessing.

So the question probably should be:

"In general" will 8ga wire be enough to handle a 5hp compressor?

I'm fairly certain that I'm not going to need more than a 40a breaker (other info I've found for similar compressors indicates 21-23a @ 220v, and startup draw is likely to be higher), but I'm thinking that I probably can actually use a 30a for better protection. I can easily change the breaker, but with the cost of copper, I'd rather not over/under wire the circuit.

Regards

 

[q miester]

according to mfr use a 50A breaker, size wire 6 ga, and approx (guess) 48" + - for air outlet but best to wait for final till set up.

 

[Steve in Mi]

#8 is good for the wire size. A true 5 HP motor will be 25 - 28 amps. At 5 HP I reccommend the magnetic starter. And, call Quincy, I'm sure it will be toll free.

BTW, I'd stay away from any deal where you don't know what you're getting until it's dropped at your door.

 

[polo2k]

Product Description
Quincy Air Master reciprocating air compressors are designed to be a compressor for life. They are built for efficiency and lower operating costs, producing more compressed air at a lower horsepower. They run at a slower RPM, run cooler and cost less to operate. Heavy-duty compressors are engineered for industrial applications and boast a best-in-the-industry 50,000-hour pump life rating. 2-year limited warranty (5-year limited warranty on pump if customer purchases and uses maintenance kit.) CFM at 175 PSI 15.2 Max. PSI 175 Volts 230 Amps 21 HP 5 Motor Phase(s) Single Stages 2 Air Tank Size (gal.) 60 Tank Description Vertical Pump 2-stage belt drive Air Outlet Size (in.) 3/4 Drain System Manual ball valve Portable or Stationary Stationary Dimensions L x W x H (in.) 29 x 21 x 64 Additional Specs Industrial-duty US-made Baldor motor Capacitor start motor with built-in thermal overload Less than 5 PPM oil carry-over (blow-by) rating 145175 working PSI Pump RPM: 1310 2-cylinder pump design Heavy-duty, easy-to-reach, manual ball valve 2-stage belt drive pump with solid cast iron cylinder Finned intercooler for maximum cooling and increased valve life Aluminum head for heat dissipation Extra-capacity oil reservoir for low oil temperatures Cast iron fly wheel for energy efficiency and durability 100% duty cycle Splash lubrication UL & CSA approval on all electrical components ASME-coded pressure relief valves and tanks Additional charge for liftgate shipping option Ships in heavy-duty protective crate with oil in the pump

From http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E24GTY/?tag=atomicindus08-20

hope this helps

 

[JBurgess]

Motor label on my "5HP" Quincy QT5

You can get wire size from a calculator like this one:

http://www.electrician2.com/calculators/motor_ver_1.html

 

[b737mechanic]

I'm about ready to order a new compressor for my workshop. I've decided on the Quincy 2V41C60VC.

I've gotten as much info as I can from the Quincy site, including the owner's manual. Curiously, while the manual goes in to all sorts of compressor theory (splash vs pressure lubrication for example), it does not contain a measured drawing of the machine. I think the manual is a generic one, maybe that's the reason.

Anyway - can someone please tell me the height up from the floor of the air outlet on the tank? I'm concealing all of my air piping in the walls of my shop, and I need to know how high off the floor (more or less) the outlet of the compressor will be.

2nd question - I'm having the circuit for the compressor wired with 8ga and a 40a breaker. I'm sure the wire is of sufficient gauge, but is a 40a breaker right? Since this is a capacitor-start compressor, the breaker size is more important than when you have the protection of a magnetic starter.

Thanks!

Don't know the actual dimension you want, but you should be able to estimate the distance from a picture of the compressor. Here is one of the same model # from Northern Tools:

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200350475_200350475

I don't have a compressor yet but I ran 8 gauge wire to the spot it's going in and used a 40 amp. breaker for the circuit.

 

[TAMPAGT07]

Thought this was going to involve Jack Klugman!

Ha ha, me too.

 

[Todd.Brock]

My 5 HP IR 80 gallon has the motor plate rated at 22 or 23 amps. A 30 amp will be fine. 8ga will be a bit of overkill, but if you do NEED a 40amp breaker, then that will be the way to go.