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I am installing 100hp air compressors.  I am wondering if I put the breaker panel within line of site from the compressors, can I eliminate the local fused disconnect at each compressor?  The breaker would be the point of lock-out.

Thanks.

CAF

RE: Electrical Code

I would say yes. Where is the starter?

RE: Electrical Code

The line of sight must be from the disconnecting means to the STARTER or control panel.  If this is a package system, I'm assuming the starter is located at the compressor skid.  

NEC also requires a local disconnect at the motor, but there are exceptions to this that you are probably aware of.  

NEC does limit "in sight" to 50 feet, regardless.

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