Thanks again for the replies.
I'm actually on 50Hz here in the UK, so a 1/6 less rpm.
Jraef, good point about 4 pole motors being easy to source, I hadn't really thought about that!
As mentioned a belt and pulley system is the most economical solution. I won't have room to mount inline with...
Thanks for the replies.
I'll be using belts and pulleys to achieve the correct speed.
A VFD would be a neat solution if I was attaching the motor directly, although as mentioned I'd need something with a much higher rating to get enough output (22kw).
Thanks
I'm looking to convert a PTO driven roller mill to electric. The rolls need to run around 540rpm, so the motor will be geared down via pulleys.
Is there any advantage in running a 6 pole motor Vs a 4 pole motor?
I know a 6 pole will have more torque however it will have to be geared higher to...
