AmericanMaker
Aluminum
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- Nov 23, 2020
- Location
- Franklin, TN
I just purchased a used lathe and used mill. Both are 220v / 3 phase motors. I hope to get them up and running today.
Today I will be adding a 220v circuit to my garage.
I need to figure out wiring so both machines can be powered by (but not at the same time) the 3HP VFD that I purchased. I will not be running both motors at the same time.
That's my question:
Is there a simple, safe way to wiring up the 3HP VFD to control both machines individually, using a main switch to toggle which motor receives power?
Someone I know suggested wiring both machines in series after the VFD and put a 3 phase switch on each machine to prevent power from getting to them unless switched on.
I have watched a bunch of videos regarding wiring up a VFD but there's not much out there on how to set up multiple motors on one FVD.
I'd love to get your opinions and ideas on how to wire up this VFD safely. (PDF Link)
Today I will be adding a 220v circuit to my garage.
I need to figure out wiring so both machines can be powered by (but not at the same time) the 3HP VFD that I purchased. I will not be running both motors at the same time.
That's my question:
Is there a simple, safe way to wiring up the 3HP VFD to control both machines individually, using a main switch to toggle which motor receives power?
Someone I know suggested wiring both machines in series after the VFD and put a 3 phase switch on each machine to prevent power from getting to them unless switched on.
I have watched a bunch of videos regarding wiring up a VFD but there's not much out there on how to set up multiple motors on one FVD.
I'd love to get your opinions and ideas on how to wire up this VFD safely. (PDF Link)