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Chris Friesen Chris Friesen is offline
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Default Sears air compressor throws breaker

Bob S. wrote:

My 5hp/20gal compressor draws 15A.


If your motor was 100% efficient, 15.5A would give 5HP.

Since most 5HP motors draw around 20-21A, I suspect the specs on your
compressor are somewhat optimistic.

Chris