Micro CoGen.

Is anybody out there converting on grid 220 volt single phase to 220 volt 3 phase? I'm needing to run a CNC 15hp 40 amps max. Not interested in building one just lookin for a good product that will give me stable 3 phase. The digital solid state ones seem to be priced up there. I also learned you need to upsize the converter about double to get good results. I have supplied a circuit with 100amps 220v to run whatever I go with. Rotary seems to be my $$$$ route. Looking for a been there done that reply that will keep me out of some of the potholes!
Dave

Or charge his electric scooter!

Quote from: Carlb on October 05, 2017, 05:29:57 AM

XYZER

Long time no see how have you been?   I remember when you built that generator.

Carl, doing good! Thanks for asking.  The generator is still doing fine at my off grid place. I'm in the process of building a shop trying to get a roof on before the snow. Waiting on other people at the moment. I have been lurking and visit site daily. I hope all are doing well out there!
Dave

Jesse, I'm not sure without reading all of the postings but I have found it is to your advantage to find your belt first then fit the add-ons to it. Some belt sizes they make millions and a spare belt may be on the neighbors car if you need a replacement. If you pick an odd length the price will scare you and its availability is hard to acquire. I tried to get as much wrap on the pulley to help reduce belt tension and load on the bearings. I used a tensioner off a truck with the same belt width. I was going to post a picture of mine but have learned photo bucket has become a big pain to deal with!  Thanks HenryW for the how to!

I have a z482 but am not up to speed on the different ways they can be configured. HNEW knows all about them. 
http://www.microcogen.info/index.php?topic=1283.0

Now I know it isn't just me.

Table './outlawbo_smf0/smf_sessions' is marked as crashed and should be repaired

Quote from: LowGear on December 25, 2014, 12:53:38 PM
Don't worry, the prices will go back up when there is a premium charge for processing smaller batches at the refineries.
Casey

Right after they add a carbon tax

Good tips!.....Thanks! After I put a new set of gaped plugs in I'll order an aftermarket module just in case. The price is right!
Dave

I have 2 John Deer LX172's with I think the 14HP Kawasaki engines. Super and efficient engines! I have had my share of the ignition modules die. They look like a chrome plated chicklet, and cost 50-70$.

Back at you!

Quote from: Ronmar on August 07, 2014, 04:44:39 PM
Remember to twist any straps that span open air to keep them from oscillating/howling in heavy air.

My way of spotting an experienced truck driver!

After talking to Bob about allowing the engine to warm up before applying a alternator load he suggested putting a switch on one of the brush leads. This allows me to intervene or apply a charging load at my whim. Works good Bob....Thanks!

Wow! I didn't even see them packing the rocker arms with grease!

Quote from: Dualfuel on November 25, 2013, 11:08:20 AM
****Dumbass Alert!****

Anyhow, so the frequency function cannot handle voltage over 30vac....hmmm how does one test a wall socket?

Why is this not easier? hmmm.
BPJ

The way I do it.......

http://www.amazon.com/P3-International-P4400-Electricity-Monitor/dp/B00009MDBU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1385411034&sr=8-1&keywords=p3+killawatt

Where should the engine label be located? It is at an along the side of the road at a 2nd hand store I have passed for years. I could see it as I drove by through the years. The last drive by I noticed all of the other junk around the store was gone and those huge flywheels flashed at me as I drove by. I did a u turn and found the hole in the crank case and also a twisted rod staring at me and now I know why nobody ever bought it.