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Post by the_viffer on Mar 9, 2006 11:25:31 GMT
I'm trying to install a new capacitor start motor on a machine tool. The bulge with the capacitor in it fouls the machine. Can I cut the capacitor off and remount it where it won't foul (obviously taking care with insulation and the like) or is there something more complex involved?
Thanks
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Post by martyn on Mar 9, 2006 13:52:49 GMT
I assume you are only using a 3/4 to 1hp motor on a lather or something like that. Talking to one of our Electrical guys at work, he tells me having the capacitors mounted remotley is no problem. So long as you are not thinking about extending the cables to the capacitor by miles, I would think you are only talking about a foot or so? in which case this would be fine. Obviously make sure you have good, well insulated joints in your extension cables. Lastly if the capacitors are metal cased, make sure it is earthed in some way, as you could have a problem if the capacitor breaks down.
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Post by the_viffer on Mar 9, 2006 14:04:20 GMT
Many thanks Martyn.
It is indeed a 3/4hp motor and I only need to move the capacitor a few inches.
I note with thanks your other points.
Cheers!
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Post by alanstepney on Mar 9, 2006 18:41:52 GMT
or throw the motor away, fit a treadle, and get fit (and slim) whilst machining.
(Might get a dispensation from SWMBO on the amber necter as well)
...or shouldnt I have mentioned that?
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Post by the_viffer on Mar 9, 2006 23:35:29 GMT
It'd certainly encourage me to keep the tools sharp Alan
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Post by houstonceng on Mar 10, 2006 0:23:24 GMT
A lot of modern motors made by Crompton, Taco, Siemens, etc have mounting feet that can be shifted to align the connexion box to top or either side.
Would that be a possibility before taking the side-cutters to the cap ?
Andy
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Post by the_viffer on Mar 10, 2006 9:55:24 GMT
Unfortunately the motor is only new to me. The feet are welded to the carcass. Thanks for the idea tho'
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