I have a lathe I'm trying to get ready to run on single phase, it currently has a 3hp 3ph motor. I'm looking at the drives from Automation Direct and see they have one for under $300 and a Hitachi drive for ~$350. The lathe is CNC retro (Anilam Lathemate) with a control replacment I'm doing myself. Just wondering if the Hitachi drive is worth the extra $$$ or if there is something else that would be recommended? Also, would I need any of the power or motor inductors/filters? (I plan to have the drive close to the motor)
Thanks!
Roger N