Electric Motors in the Home Workshop (Special Interest Model Books) Practical Guide to Reusing Surplus Motors, Running Three Phase on Single Phase, and Workshop Applications

by Jim Cox

This is a practical guide to utilizing a wide range of readily available electric motors in typical small workshop applications, including the recycling of motors from domestic and industrial sources.

140 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1996

About the author

Jim Cox, a retired college professor living in Louisville, Kentucky has written extensively on the history of radio from the 1920s to the present and is a historian on the subject of radio programming in the 20th century. He resides in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Contents
Introduction
Foreword
1. Single-Phase Induction Motors
2. Three-Phase Induction Motors
3. Commutator Motors
4. Overhaul And Reconditioning
5. Speed Control
6. Mobile Power
7. Battery Power Supplies
8. Associated Components And Test Gear
9. Some Typical Workshop Applications
Appendix 1: Converting Three-Terminal Three-Phase Motors
Appendix 2: Motor Power Rating
Appendix 3: Demagnetisation And Remagnetising
Appendix 4: Motor Terminology
Appendix 5: Component Suppliers