Bo Stauffer
New member
- Location
- Lancaster, PA
I recently started a new job and noticed two Single Phase 240V 50A Receptacles on 30A Circuits. The welder normally used on this circuit draws 27 amps. It has a cable with #10-2 w/g cable. There is another receptacle in the main plant they use for the welder that has a 240V 50A Recept. with a 50A Breaker. Now I know we have some problems but they have been working this way for years and I'm the new guy. I told my boss we need to change things but I'm hoping that I can be more specific. I know the 30A circuits are protected properly but a 50A Recp? For sure the 50A Circuit should not be used for the welder but again, I'm the new guy and they have have done it for years. These folks are all mechanics.