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    TONY 63 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 16, 2007, 11:48 AM
    Going from 3 phase to single phase
    I have a three phase welder but only single phase 220 power. Is there any way I can hook it up and get it to work? With out costing allot of money?
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    Dec 16, 2007, 12:55 PM
    A phase converter. But don't look for it to be cheep.
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    Dec 16, 2007, 02:26 PM
    You would need both a transformer and a 240 source capable of suppling the watts the welder uses. A single phase welder could be cheaper.
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    Dec 17, 2007, 10:09 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by TONY 63
    I have a three phase welder but only single phase 220 power. Is there any way I can hook it up and get it to work? With out costing allot of money?
    You could buy or build a rotary phase converter. This would convert your 220v single phase to 3-phase. If you need higher voltage you would add a transformer.

    A rotary phase converter is a 3-phase motor that is run on single phase current. The third leg of this motor acts as a generator providing current 120 degrees out of phase from the other two. The only other parts are a starting capacitor and two run caps. The idler motor must have at least the same HP as the 3-phase equipment you intend to run (more if the equipment is hard start.)

    With a used or surplus motor, a DIY rotary phase converter can be very economical. Google will lead you to plans to build your own. To buy one cheap, start with eBay.
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    Dec 17, 2007, 10:09 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by TONY 63
    I have a three phase welder but only single phase 220 power. Is there any way I can hook it up and get it to work? With out costing allot of money?
    You could buy or build a rotary phase converter. This would convert your 220v single phase to 3-phase. If you need higher voltage you would add a transformer.

    A rotary phase converter is a 3-phase motor that is run on single phase current. The third leg of this motor acts as a generator providing current 120 degrees out of phase from the other two. The only other parts are a starting capacitor and two run caps. The idler motor must have at least the same HP as the 3-phase equipment you intend to run (more if the equipment is hard start.)

    With a used or surplus motor, a DIY rotary phase converter can be very economical. Google will lead you to plans to build your own. To buy one cheap, start with eBay.
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    Mar 4, 2011, 06:11 AM
    Hi sir
    I want 1 phase to 3 phase converter only transformer and capacitor
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    Mar 4, 2011, 06:14 AM
    What do you mean, you want a 3 phase converter to only power a transformer and a capacitor?

    Use more words to describe your situation and exactly what your trying to accomplish.
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    Mar 4, 2011, 09:30 AM

    Don't know if this guy can help:
    Run 3 phase motors on single phase with homemade transformer!

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