C&P motors variable speed?

Hi all, I think its time to invest in a motor that isn’t so loud and a little faster… Does anyone have any advice?  The one I have is very slow and while this is ok with some jobs, something a tiny bit faster would be great.   Unfortunately Im not sure where to start looking or even what to ask for!

Cheers

Davina

Hi, Davina!  

I’m using a variable speed controller with a 3hp motor, which is actually a little overkill for my 12×18. I couldn’t even tell you who makes the motor — you just want a 3-phase general purpose enclosed motor (2hp or higher, since getting the wheel started from low speed takes some torque), with a fan cooling system. 

The controller seems to make all the difference. This one goes from 1 to 100 in increments of tenths, so you’ve got lots of fine control over your speed. I’ve never been over about 40 on it — it’s too fast for the press! Let me know if you have more questions — my husband is the master of motors. 😉

http://www.grainger.com/product/5WJK2?cm_sp=HIO-_-HIDP-_-BTM_V2V&cm_vc=IDPBVZ12

Hi Folks,

Great advice, but if the machine is in a basement or home, the three-phase could be very expensive; either more wiring from the pole, or a phase converter. You might try single-phase. I’ve run Kluges, C&P open and automatic and V36’s, all on single-phase motors. Some of the older motors are built for original equipment rpm control, specifically the motor I had on an 8×12 Snapper, and it worked great. My suggestion? Either have several sizes of primary drive pulley’s around, and change to suit, or find a motor built for a  mechanical speed control.

Hope this helps a bit.

Barb

Thanks guys!

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