JMarsh Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Hello to all.....found hydraulic press on c - list and couldn't pass it up.....only problem is it isn't finished. I received motor coupled to hydraulic pump, a tank, I beam assembly, cylinder and valve. Main unit is almost complete minus dies. I also purchased the James Batson book. Now for the questions....the motor is a 3 phase 7.5 hp and pump is a denison. I am not sure of the model but took pics of all numbers on motor and pump. I am guessing that I need a 15 hp rotary phase converter to run off 220 v power? Also, I am unclear on pump model number.....all help is much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Welcome aboard J guy, glad to have you. If you'll put your general location in the header you might be surprised how many of the IFI gang live within visiting distance. Maybe even someone who has or has helped build a hydraulic forging press. There are a number of electricians on Iforge from wire your house to your factory to the space shuttle level guys. I'm sure someone will pipe up shortly re. your phase converter question. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Glenn Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Phase converters have been discussed on the site before. I suggest you look them up and read them all as I do not know which answer to suggest and reference for your specific problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMarsh Posted October 7, 2014 Author Share Posted October 7, 2014 Thanks...I just found this site....I will figure out the search feature and start snooping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimkb8tbi Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Visit the Max Carey Blacksmith Guild, every Wed nites ,1800 to 2100, at the Bradley House Museum and ask for John the electrician, or Fred Berg. Some one there can answer your question. It is a great group and a free lesson (informal) every week, just ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMarsh Posted October 19, 2014 Author Share Posted October 19, 2014 That is exactly where I am headed....had hip replaced on the 15th... but will go ask as soon as I can. It is only ten minutes away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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