Posted by MarkB_MI on October 17, 2022 at 16:56:10 from (174.240.129.165):
In Reply to: Re: Shop Wiring posted by Geo-TH,In on October 17, 2022 at 14:28:55:
> I don't care if it has a 100 amp plug. > Circuit breakers are designed to protect the wire, not the welder, agree? > Why would I change to 8g wire when 10g wire has served me well for 30 years? Code or no code!
George, what you do in your own shop is your business. But when you're handing out advice to others, it's best to be conservative in your recommendations. The OP may have a puny welder now, but he just might buy a 300 amp TIG welder tomorrow. If you're putting in a 50 amp outlet, it ought to be good for 50 amps.
30 amp and 50 amp double-pole circuit breakers of the same brand and type typically cost the same. And with a short run, he's only buying a few dollars worth of wire either way. There's no good reason for him to wire the circuit for 30 amps rather than 50.
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