The short story is that I have a milling machine that is factory wired to run off of 220V 3 phase power, but is capable of being rewired to run off of single phase power. I originally wired it up using a rotary phase converter, but the DC spindle amplifier keeps malfunctioning becuase it apparently does not like the artificially generated third phase of power.
I currently am waiting to see if anyone replies to my posted questions regarding this problem, but if no one does, then I will be looking to hire someone to come in and rewire it. It is probably not too difficult to do, but I want someone more competent in the area of electronics than myself to do it because I do not want to take the risk of rewiring it incorrectly - and then smelling smoke. Miswiring this machine is not an option! I contacted a technician who works with these machines in California, and he estimated three hours or less to complete the work.
I have all wiring diagrams and manuals here, and have gotten a good understanding of what needs to be done to the machine. Any recommendations and quotes will be appreciated. I am individual, (ie not a big comapny) and this machine is in my garage - so I am hoping to find someone who will give me a square deal quote on the work involved, and preferably be willing to meet me at my place in the evening. So a moonlighting electrician/electronics technician will be great, but I can make plans for a daytime meeting if necessary.
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Mario