CNCRT 31: What is A Variable Frequency Drive - VFD?

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/31 Websites Mentioned Bill Griggs Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny/channels Resources Page http://cncroutertips.com/resources http://VFD.com http://www.cnczone.com/forums/spindles-vfd/117782-huanyang-chinese-vfd-settings-manual-9.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Variable-frequency_drive https://www.joliettech.com/products/variable-frequency-drive-systems-and-controls/what-is-a-variable-frequency-drive-part-1/ http://chrisguillebeau.com/category/100-startup/ http://ebay.com http://amazon.com http://cncroutertips.com/demo http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8 http://themakersguide.com http://cncroutertips.com/30 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 How to leave a review on iTunes Go to this page. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cnc-router-tips-podcast-spreaker/id1031116372?mt=2 Click View in iTunes. Click on ratings and reviews in iTunes Click the Write a Review button Leave an honest rating. Then write a review Just a few words.