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Originally Posted by ed morini
I am very familiar with that lathe. I used to teach woodworking and I think almost every school had those lathes, they are tanks and have been in productions for many years. Parts are still available the last I knew. Most were wired 220v 3 phase, I don't know if that is the case here. I have a three phase converter that I built for my shop so either way it will not be a problem. If anyone needs directions for the construction of a rotary 3 phase converter let me know. The one I built was pretty straight forward and has served me well.
Ed
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yes it is three phase and ya I would be interested in learning about that option. A new rotary converter could cost me up to a grand depending on HP, so if I can do it for less than replacing the motor to a single phase , then please PM me the info or email
bruce @ bmwoodworking.com
thanks Ed