I acquired a Delta Unisaw for free. It is a 3 phase 5hp 34-806 made in 93. It has a mobile base and side table. It is a monster of a saw an much more than I need. But can you ever have too much saw?
Would you install a VFD and run it as is, swap the motor to a 3hp single phase, sell it and buy a used 3hp single phase saw?
VFD is anywhere from 150 and 600 bucks.
New motor is between 400 and 600.
Sell and re-buy would be a hassle and take some time.
I have an older Craftsman job site saw that just does not cut the mustard for me anymore so I plan on selling it and using the profit to partially fund the modifications to the Unisaw.
The biggest things I do is ripping down and dado'ing plywood.
Your thoughts? Cost is always a factor.
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