Hey Everyone!!!
I have the chance to buy a older model Bridgeport mill for a GREAT price. Problem is that the motor on it is rated at 3 phase 575 volt.
I have a little shop that only has 220 volt single phase in it.
I got quotes on re-winding the motor to 220 3ph and a VFD but MAN it costs more than the price of the mill.
Can I just make a new mounting plate and just mount a 110 or 220 volt motor on there? say a 2 or 3hp? Since the speed is variable by clutches in this model I would have to worrie about speed control correct? It has the dial on the front...
Any help would be great.. I hope to get this up and running soon to get back into the great machining hobby again.
Thanks Everyone...