I am on a domestic supply, 240 volts single phase, and have a 3phase Shaper with a 3HP/2.2kw motor. I know the Fisher & Paykel brand of Washing Machines use a three phase motor for use on a domestic supply. Would pinching the inverter out of one of their machines be an option for me do you think?
I don't know much about electronics, I don't know what the F&P motors are rated at, I am concerned it may not handle the load.
Phase converters and boosters are so expensive to buy.
There is an article in Wikipedia about using a larger 3PH. 5 or 6HP motor and re wiring one of the phases as a generator to run the 3Hp motor, but seemed fraught with problems.
My other option is buying a single phase 3hp motor, but I believe they won't perform nearly as well as a 3 phase motor, hence the three phases.
Would be interested on your thoughts, ideas, any help at all
I don't know much about electronics, I don't know what the F&P motors are rated at, I am concerned it may not handle the load.
Phase converters and boosters are so expensive to buy.
There is an article in Wikipedia about using a larger 3PH. 5 or 6HP motor and re wiring one of the phases as a generator to run the 3Hp motor, but seemed fraught with problems.
My other option is buying a single phase 3hp motor, but I believe they won't perform nearly as well as a 3 phase motor, hence the three phases.
Would be interested on your thoughts, ideas, any help at all