CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 31

WHAT IS A VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE - VFD

In this episode we answer the question “What is a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)”? We examine how the work and how they can be used to control a 3 Phase industrial motor from common household current. We also discuss salvaging older machine tools through the use of a Variable Frequency Drive.

Also in this episode we talk a bit more about the upcoming ROI Challenge and also announce a contest to celebrate reaching 3000 members in the #CNC Router Tips Facebook Group.

Bill Griggs contact info:

Twitter: @BillGriggs

Website: http://cncroutertips.com

SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/3

Websites Mentioned

Here is a list of the websites mentioned in this episode and also a list of resources to help you with your CNC Router table.

Bill Griggs Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny/channels

Resources Page http://cncroutertips.com/resources

vfd.com  http://VFD.com

VFD Manual http://www.cnczone.com/forums/spindles-vfd/117782-huanyang-chinese-vfd-settings-manual-9.html

VFD Wiki https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Variable-frequency_drive

Joliett Technology https://www.joliettech.com/products/variable-frequency-drive-systems-and-controls/what-is-a-variable-frequency-drive-part-1/

EBAY http://ebay.com

Amazon http://amazon.com

Demo Software http://cncroutertips.com/demo

VCarve Pro 8 http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8

The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com

Episode 30 http://cncroutertips.com/30

Contest URL: http://cncroutertips.com/contest

VIDEO RESOURSES

VFD 101 Basics https://youtu.be/YA-6TNhFsE4

2.2KW spindle & VFD operating https://youtu.be/ril8CI5he00

How to set up a Chinese Spindle https://youtu.be/pPhCGVq8aGE