my burnt motor

[wizzarr1d]

hey guys
I'm so frustrated. I'll have to purchase electric motor. The lathe I use was powered with the 3phase motor. After consultation in the repair shop, they say it's burnt. Well, I thought that it would be much cheaper to acquire a new motor. What brand can I consider? Who is familiar with electric motors, please help me.
Thanks in advance.

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[jbett98]

Buy an American made one, not Chinese. Call Grainger for prices.

 

[gophishhhh]

Keep your eyes on Craigslist. If you can find correct HP, that typically go pretty cheap since most residences don't have 3ph.

 

[Lilhigbee]

+1 on Craigslist. New 3-phase motors are really expensive and used ones are really cheap.

 

[jbett98]

Shaft size, rotation direction and speed, amp ratings, mounting frames, variable speed capacity, wet or dry locations, there's more to an electric motor then horsepower.

 

[Certaindeaf]

Shaft size, rotation direction, amp ratings, mounting frames, variable speed capacity, wet or dry locations, there's more to an electric motor then horsepower.

Like what color it is? Remember, you can always rattlecan it a different color.
lolz

 

[wizzarr1d]

Keep your eyes on Craigslist. If you can find correct HP, that typically go pretty cheap since most residences don't have 3ph.

+1 on Craigslist. New 3-phase motors are really expensive and used ones are really cheap.

Thanks everyone for the answers!

I browsed the Craigslist and there is a motor very similar to my burnt. These are the technical features https://www.mrosupply.com/motors/ac-motors/general-purpose-motors/26523_vm3546_baldor/

Is this a really American made motor? Who can say?

 

[jim97701]

Also consider looking on ebay. I have bought a couple of new motors (american made) off there for very good prices.

 

[Stomper]

Try out Conrey Electric on SE 7th just South of Powel Blvd. (accross from that Goodwill Store on Grand Ave.), they rebuild motors and are reasonable in their prices.

(503) 232-9392

ask for Tom (super motor-nerd/geek)

 

[jbett98]

Since you're in Columbia, South Carolina, try a local repair shop.
They can take a look at your motor and it might be repairable.



65 years in Business

ELECTRIC MOTOR AND REPAIR, INC

FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRIC MOTOR NEEDS!

125 Huckabee Rd,

West Columbia, SC 29169

(803) 714-3657


Hours:
Regular Hours

Mon - Fri7:30 am - 5:30 pm

General Info:
Electric Motor And Repair, Inc. offers sales and service for electric motors and various accessories. With 70 years of service, we are more than confident that you will be completely satisfied with our service, staff, and parts. We use the best brands in the business and the most qualified technicians and associates.

Services/Products:
Our Services Include:

• New Motor Sales (AC and DC)
• AC and DC Motor Repair
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• Brakes
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• Computer Balancing and Testing
• Underwriter's Lab Certified for Explosion-Proof Motors
• Machine Shop Services
• Laser Alignment for Motors and Pumps.
• Variable Speed Drives.

Brands

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125 Huckabee Road West Columbia, SC 29169

Brands:
A.O. Smith, Ao Smith, Baldor, GE, Ge, Lafert, Lafert Motors, Leeson, Leeson Motors, Lincoln, Reliance, Reliance Electric, TECO Energy, U.S. Electric
Location:
125 Huckabee Road West Columbia, SC 29169

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Categories:
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[jrprich]

Go on the Baldor website and contact them about where the motor is made. http://www.baldor.com/

 

[thorborg]

I've had dozens of motors rebuilt. Unless you can find all the physical parameters needed used,
you'll come out ahead having it rebuilt. In Oregon, Stomper is spot on with Conray I've used them for over thirty years for everything from bathroom fan motors to 20 hp. I just paid 95 bucks for a Graingers Dayton 1 1/2 hp. pedestal sump motor repair, (centrifugal cutout switch including bearings) when Graingers wanted 230 for a new one.

 

[Medic!]

In Portland I like Advanced Electric.

They have fixed some basket case motors for me.
For not much coin.