I know similar questions have been addressed many times on these forums, however, I’ve included a couple photos that may add interest.
I have a Bridgeport 2J made in 1976. I made a simple phase converter (generator) for it using a couple motors, and I’ve rewired the motor at the head for 220v. Given all I’ve read on this site and others, I think this machine was tailored for use at high voltage. The mill came from a machine shop where it was powered at 440v.
You can see the front of the cabinet in one of the photos. The other photo contains a picture of the inside of the cabinet. Given my research, the motor starter will likely require a coil so I can operate at 220v. In addition, perhaps the overload protection (heaters) will need replacing. Do I have this right? Can you point me to the components within the cabinet that need replacing or adjusting? I want to be sure I have things right before shelling out the bucks. I’ll likely have the machine professionally inspected at the end of the project. Thanks a million!
I have a Bridgeport 2J made in 1976. I made a simple phase converter (generator) for it using a couple motors, and I’ve rewired the motor at the head for 220v. Given all I’ve read on this site and others, I think this machine was tailored for use at high voltage. The mill came from a machine shop where it was powered at 440v.
You can see the front of the cabinet in one of the photos. The other photo contains a picture of the inside of the cabinet. Given my research, the motor starter will likely require a coil so I can operate at 220v. In addition, perhaps the overload protection (heaters) will need replacing. Do I have this right? Can you point me to the components within the cabinet that need replacing or adjusting? I want to be sure I have things right before shelling out the bucks. I’ll likely have the machine professionally inspected at the end of the project. Thanks a million!
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