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    Jun 8, 2012, 02:29 AM
    Ac electric motors three phase to single phase
    I believe I can run a 3 phase motor (induction) off 240v single phase, I suppose I will lose some effeciency/speed , torque etc,can you elaborate
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    Jun 8, 2012, 04:44 AM
    You need a phase converter or a VFD, either will convert single phase to 3 phase output and run a 3 phase motor.

    Rotary Phase Converter, Static Phase Converter, and CNC Phase Converters - Phase-A-Matic

    Ronk Electrical Phase Converters - Run 3 Phase Equipment On Single Phase Power

    Variable Frequency Drives - Phase Converter Information

    Sizing the converter to handle the HP of the motor you have is critical.
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