Yet Another SIP Compressor Query

[robinj66]

I have recently perchased a new compressor (SIP 13/200 belt drive compressor). Looked to be in really good condition and was sold as a runner but when plugged in it just buzzed and blew fuses. The motor and the pump both turned freely.

Had a good read of some threads on here (Thanks Guys) and when I took off the cover from the motor it was obvious that capacitor was blown (quite literally).

Can anyone confirm whether this is a START or RUN capacitor? How do you tell?

Many thanks (and apologies for my ignorance)

 

[eil]

Its a run cap, because its always in circuit

 

[robinj66]

Thank you.

Would this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/200898912223?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649 do the job? I know it's described as a "Start" capacitor but what's the difference

 

[500e]

Read this regarding start Run Caps

http://www.capacitor-sales.co.uk/start_capacitors.html

http://www.hi-wire.co.uk/acatalog/Motor_Run_Capacitors.html

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Italfarad...al_Components_Supplies_ET&hash=item2c6acc2da8

http://tzdingfeng.en.alibaba.com/product/216900474-200443498/AC_Motor_Capacitor_CBB60.html

 

[robinj66]

Thank you. Bought a dedicated Run capacitor

 

[robinj66]

More Help Please

So I replaced the (obviously blown) capacitor with this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/260801878794?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

The compressor was connected (unfortunately via an extension lead) to my garage supply (16A) and a strat-up attempted. No buzzing but the 13A fuse in the plug blew. Second attempt and the motor turned slightly and then the 13 A fuse (at the socket) blew. The plug-in RCD didn't trip.

The electric motor and the pump turn freely by hand. The unit is in good visual condition and was manufactured in 2007. I was told it hadn't been run for a while.

Any advice as to what I check/do next?
Anyone recommend any places in Kent to get this thing looked at?

 

[brightspark]

if u look at the spec plate the full load amps is 14.6 the starting amps will be up to about 50 amp u should get away with it using a 16 amp supply not a 13

 

[robinj66]

Righto & thanks. The wires were bare when I got it. What type of plug/connector do I fit to get the benefit of my 16A supply? Does the compressor have to be hardwired into the supply?

Would there be any point in using something like this http://www.thesafetysupplycompany.co.uk/p/5764039/Fly-Lead---amp-v-Plug-to-amp-Socket---mm-Core-Blue-Cable---HS-FL.html?gclid=CLOWq57m5rYCFe3LtAodeTEATA ?

 

[brightspark]

Righto & thanks. The wires were bare when I got it. What type of plug/connector do I fit to get the benefit of my 16A supply? Does the compressor have to be hardwired into the supply?

Would there be any point in using something like this http://www.thesafetysupplycompany.co.uk/p/5764039/Fly-Lead---amp-v-Plug-to-amp-Socket---mm-Core-Blue-Cable---HS-FL.html?gclid=CLOWq57m5rYCFe3LtAodeTEATA ?

using one of the adaptor leads u are still rated at 13 amp its just a converter. a means to conect without cutting a pre wired 16 amp plug off your apliance a 16 amp supply is needed