How do you wire 15amp 230v woodworking machine. 10agw or 12agw wire and type of outlet. Into a 15amp or 20amp breaker?

Answer 1

A 20 amp circuit with #12 gauge wire will work in any event but if the nameplate recommends a 15 amp circuit then #14 gauge wire on a 15 amp circuit is sufficient.

In either case you will have a double pole breaker and your equipment may not require a neutral. Always run a grounding conductor.

Answer 2

For a 15 amp 230V woodworking machine, you should use at least 10 AWG wire to handle the current. You can wire it into a 15 amp breaker with a suitable outlet, like a NEMA 6-15. However, if your woodworking machine has start-up surges or is a larger machine, you may want to consider using a 20 amp breaker and wire with 12 AWG to handle the load more comfortably.