crackerjack Posted November 30, 2016 Share Posted November 30, 2016 I have a Grizzley grinder, G1015, and would like to put a variable speed on it. Is that possible and what would work best? Thanks, Crackerjack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Sells Posted November 30, 2016 Share Posted November 30, 2016 welcome to the forum I relocated this to the correct section for you, Since machinery>grinders make so much more sense than general smithing, dont ya think:? Have a look around and you may find the answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneCoeArtistBlacksmith Posted November 30, 2016 Share Posted November 30, 2016 The short answer is no. If you try to use a rheostat (like a light dimmer) you will burn up the motor after a while. To get variable speed from the motor you can use either a direct current (DC) motor and controller or use a VFD (variable Frequency Drive) which converts your household single phase power to 3 phase. Let me know if I can help you. Wayne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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