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Neil I found that very interesting I appreciate you sending that. It's almost identical to my situation

I hear gold is a better conductor- no will ever find my life savings in that form

Single strand. Will put in conduit

I have space for a few more breakers and the # 6 awg wire is free. My biggest fear is killing my family by taking electrical short cuts. I will stick with 60 amp

That's what I will do. I came across number six wiring free.

But it peaks at start up around 45-50 amps

Thank you snoonyb for going the extra mile

The breaker is within view and compressor has on /off on the pressure switch. Just wanted to know what would happen if compressor peak exceeded the 50 amp outlet? ( breaker would be 60a as per recommendation) 60amp outlets are a lot more money and seem unnecessary considering 50 amp outlet...

New compressor by Puma

New compressor by Puma

Manufacturer recommends 60 amp circuit breaker. This is going to be a dedicated line and the compressor will sit 25 feet away from panel. I was planning on using 8 awg wire. Is this size wire necessary or can I go down to a number 10? The big box stores sell plugs for 50 A not 60 what would...