If you've got a small 3ph machine and only 1ph available a VFD is usually the cheapest option, the variable speed thing is a bonus. I often install small 3ph powered equipment and just feed it 1ph anyway, it's cheaper than paying for the 3ph cables and switchgear.
I've just installed a small conveyor that fits that description, using one of these: http://www.kbelectronics.com/Variabl...es_NEMA_1.html
Not cheap compared to lunch but not much considering the possible value of the machine itself in your case. Think the 1hp job cost me $550.
Go soothingly on the grease mud, as there lurks the skid demon
OK you are probably a bit more strapped for cash than I thought
Watch this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vP54mmgv4mM
thie is called a rotary phase converter, a bit like the vid you posted but it uses the motor with the capacitor to generate the 3rd phase.
If i didn't have 3 phase or enough money for a vfd this is what I would do
3 phase motors are cheap or free, scrounge around
My neighbours diary says I have boundary issues
didn't realise we had one of theze threads. it's big, old, 6 speed belt fed plus back gear and has two inches through the head....
I only have woodworking stuff in my basement...
http://www.wackywoodworks.co.nz/
I know SFA about Turning.
Years ago I worked as a lackey with some Engineers and I was always impressed what those guys could make from a block of metal.
I look at your work and its up there for sure.
I have picked up
Buy that book.
Possibly a newer machine would be the right way to go.
Big bore is good.
Be careful.
So I finally got some (Half Arse)photos sent through, its just been broken down for me to pick up.
Yes its old,
Yes its green,
No it doesnt have powerfeed or a gearbox?
I'm presuming at this stage speed might be controlled by high and low motor settings?
Still better than the one I dont have, anything remotely decent I'll probably still do at work but who knows until I pick it up this weekend.
Nothing like a new bit of kit for the shed.
Maybee a set of pulleys to set the speed.
Watch those fingers!
this months edition of "The Shed" has an article about an NZ designed and made three phase motor starter www.fastec.co.nz
it's not a bad thing till you throw a KLR into the mix.
those cheap ass bitches can do anything with ductape.
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