Originally Posted by
Santa Fe Al
Hi cob,
Check out eBay for the item listed below. Surplus Center used to sell them. Some others still do.
ebay.com/items/Electrical-Test-Equipment__W0QQ_sacatZ92074
Al
I think you will find that is a simple Triac (dimmer) type controller, if so, it is only good for Universal motors, as found in mains powered hand tools etc.
A single phase induction motor, especially if it has a switched start capacitor, does not take kindly to speed control.
If the AC motor has brushes, then it is a Universal and you would be OK.
Al.
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