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    Mark Gibney

    1170 rpm motor

    I'd use this motor on a 20" band saw.
    Thanks for the insights, people.

    Mark Gibney Today, 9:31 AM Go to last post
    Bradley Gray

    1170 rpm motor

    If you've found a good deal on this motor ( I have several 3phase motors purchased for under $50) and the physical size works, pulleys can get you to

    Bradley Gray Today, 9:27 AM Go to last post
    Mike Henderson

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    Early in my career, I worked as a systems programmer in a couple of large IBM 360 installations. Lots of tape reels, raised floor and very cool.

    Mike Henderson Today, 9:21 AM Go to last post
    Rod Sheridan

    1170 rpm motor

    Hi Mark, unless the application specifically requires the slower speed, there are no upsides to selecting it over a 4 pole motor.

    The lower

    Rod Sheridan Today, 9:20 AM Go to last post
    Rod Sheridan

    bandsaw guides

    Hi Warren, agreed, I would raise the guide up a bit so I could see the pencil line.

    It’s nice that the blade is covered, much safer.

    Rod Sheridan Today, 9:17 AM Go to last post