Portuguese Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 I've just obtained the above mentioned hammer, and as a newbie smith may have bitten more than I can chew. It came with a 4kw three phase motor, no instructions and that pretty much sums it up. Anyone as any advice? Thanks in advance Sergio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCROB Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 if I recall its a beast of a hammer !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuge Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 http://www.beautifuliron.com/gs_stc-88_air_hammer.htm If you do not have three phase available you are gonna need a 7-10 h.p. rotary phase converter. Or swap out the motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironwolfforgeca Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 well first off can you get 3 PH to it ??? or find / change motor to a single PH --- OR start looking into Inverts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 10, 2014 Author Share Posted May 10, 2014 Thank you all. Does it have to be a rotary converter or can I get away with a static converter??? The price differential is big. I have easy access to single phase 220. Also concerning the oil- can I use 50 weight motor oil, if I can get that, or does it need to be machine oil?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuge Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 You want "non detergent" oil. Not too hard to find, ranch type stores or places that sell ag equipment seem to carry the stuff. Some auto places as well. I never had luck with any static converters, tried them on a few machines and even when I got them to work(barely) you could tell the motors were not happy. Craigslist is rife with rotary converters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianinsa Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Nudge, that is an awesome document!!!! Portuguese, well worth the read, and it answers your single phase question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 11, 2014 Author Share Posted May 11, 2014 Thank you for all the feedback. If it's ok I'll continue to ask questions. I got the hammer and the motor some mismatched dies but no switch boxes or controllers of any kind, trying to stay away from hiring professional electrician but looks like it's the sensible thing to do before I blow this thing up!! As far as aftermarket dies go am I better off doing sketchs of what I want off of existing ones and going to a machine shop or does anyone know of a source of dies for the "Beast"??? Sergio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doc Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 You can also find a VFD on ebay large enough to run your hammer. Probably cheaper than most rotary phase converters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 Thanks Doc But aren't VFD used only when variable speed control is needed?? Thanks Sergio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madmike Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 No, if you don't vary the freq they become FFD (fixed freq drives) ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eseemann Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 How much did that cost you and how many people did it take to move it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 How much did that cost you and how many people did it take to move it? Right about 3k and two not very smart guys(me and a buddy) with chains comealongs and 3/4" pipe to slide it out of the trailer i brought it in. Loading onto the trailer the guy i bought it from used a bobcat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eseemann Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Good luck and I hope it is in the right place (according to your spouse). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 Once I get past figuring out the electric, re-locating the "beast" to the back of the property then my concern is the neighbors!!! Off looking for railroad ties for a base!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironmike Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 You also can make your own 3phase converter, Heres a link that may help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 Thank you Ironmike. As inept with electricity as I'm I would probably screw something up royally!!! May have to use pro help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 I can easily get 3hp single phase motor but will that be enough?? Also the difference in rpm 3hp 1ph 1750 rpm vs 5.33hp 3ph 1160 rpm should be a concern? Thank you for your help guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuge Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 No, not enough. And yes, a big concern. I would focus on a phase converter or Vfd, that size/rpm motor configuration is an oddball. And then you would have to get the right sized pulleys etc. keep on the hunt, something will work out to get it powered up on the cheap. In the meantime you can be scrounging for base material and figuring out how to mount the motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 17, 2014 Author Share Posted May 17, 2014 Thanks nuge! I just managed to get some non-detergent motor oil, like you said, 40w was the highest they had, since I'm in Florida I figured I could go heavier but you roll with the punches!! Since my shop has dirt floors, read sand, I'm figuring on a deep hole packed with gravel to bed two layers of full size railroad ties flush with floor and on top the hammer base also built of milled railroad ties, it helps that the other hobby is woodworking :). Sérgio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuge Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Hey Sergio- Whats the story on that hammer? I does not look like its been used too much. Do you have the belts and treadle? Keep in mind that you are going to want the dies to be at a comfortable level. I have this same hammer and am 6"2" tall and my dies are 42" off the ground. That puts my base height around 20" and I wouldnt mind a few more inches of height. If you can find a thick piece of plate to put on top of your timber base that would be a bonus, more mass is good. Looks like you can get a VFD (7.5hp) off ebay for about 500$ new. I just hate the idea of getting a new motor because you have one sitting there. Good luck enjoy the ride. Ill see if I can get pics of my base today, whoever built it did a nice job. Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 18, 2014 Author Share Posted May 18, 2014 Good morning Jamie The guy I bought it from told me that he bought it new and used it about 30 hours. It came with a bunch of dies but none match and some are modified to do decorative work, have the belts and treadle. Don't have the electric switch, he was using it to power other machines as well. He told me that he was running the "Beast" from a 3hp rotary phase converter. I've talked to phase-a-matic and am inclined to use a 10hp static+idler combination and that should also cover future needs on my many hobbies!!! I'm 5'9" so I'm figuring 40-42" off the ground, maybe a plate cap for the timbers which also will provide welding points to lower the treadle swivels. Any and all feedback is welcome since, for the most part, I have no clue what I'm doing. Thank you Sérgio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesrjohnson Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Sergio This is James Johnson. I have set up a large number of Anyang 88 hammers for customers that do not have 3 phase power. I think that most of the options have been discussed in this thread. The C41 design requires a high torque motor at startup so you have to be very careful what type of motor and even phase converter you get. I have set up the 88's with single phase motors, with VDF and also rotary converters that allow you to keep the 3 phase motor. I can also guide you towards a switch that will work with either 3 phase or single phase. I can also help you with the base design. I think the best design is the one that Anyang is using now where the motor is below the flywheel. I get my bases from the factory but you could fabricate one fairly easily. It has great motor adjustability and is compact. I can send you some pictures. If you want more information, please email me at James@anyangusa.net or call me at 940 6274515. I would be more than happy to help you any way I can. James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 Thank you very much James Just sent you an email. As you figured out I'm floundering here and I'm not even a very good fisherman despite my country of origin:) Sérgio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portuguese Posted April 18, 2015 Author Share Posted April 18, 2015 The Beast is finally installed and running. My goal next is to use it to make various forms of tooling for itself. if you have any suggestions please fell free to toss them my way.I benefit immensely from your combine generosity and expertise, this last one i lack royally...If you are ever in the central Florida area shoot me a line and you're more than welcome to visit my humble set up.Sérgio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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