I want to just change one of the 6-20R or 6-30R receptacles to the 6-50R just for welding
48Rob wrote:I want to just change one of the 6-20R or 6-30R receptacles to the 6-50R just for welding
The breakers protect the wire.
The wire in your photos does not appear to be large enogh to carry the draw.
Having a pro install a properly sized and protected circuit is the only option I would suggest.
Much cheaper than a fire.
Rob
eggsalad wrote:Depending on the length from the panel to the receptacle, you will want 8 gauge or maybe even 6 gauge wire. 220VAC is not a place for amateurs to play. If it's a short and straightforward wire run from the panel to the receptacle, a Licensed Electrician would get $150 max for a quick, but trustworthy job.
I know that folks at TNTTT are a thrifty bunch, but this is not the place to save a buck.
eggsalad wrote:Depending on the length from the panel to the receptacle, you will want 8 gauge or maybe even 6 gauge wire. 220VAC is not a place for amateurs to play. If it's a short and straightforward wire run from the panel to the receptacle, a Licensed Electrician would get $150 max for a quick, but trustworthy job.
I know that folks at TNTTT are a thrifty bunch, but this is not the place to save a buck.
Funny thing though, the previous owner/builder was a contractor, and the power company and two other electricians have been here in and out, several times over the last two decades...no one knew what they were doing, I presume. If it ain't broke, doesn't mean it won't need fixing!
H.A. wrote:To split hairs,
The receptacle on the right is a NEMA 6-15R.
NEMA 6-30R is substantially larger and wont fit within a singlegang box.
As others stated, You need to verify the circuit feeding your garage panel is large enough to supply your new welder, PLUS whatever existing loads, lighting, appliances, etc.
It appears you have a 100amp Square-D Loadcenter, However, does not mean it is supplied by a 100amp circuit.
48Rob wrote:[quote
Most contractors take pride in doing things the right way, or not at all, but there will always be some that will do whatever, because they either don't know any better, or think it is okay to do a half baked job ...
H.A. wrote:To split hairs,
The receptacle on the right is a NEMA 6-15R.
NEMA 6-30R is substantially larger and wont fit within a singlegang box.
As others stated, You need to verify the circuit feeding your garage panel is large enough to supply your new welder, PLUS whatever existing loads, lighting, appliances, etc.
It appears you have a 100amp Square-D Loadcenter, However, does not mean it is supplied by a 100amp circuit.
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