jrael,
I would agree with you there,motors are not produced for two phase supply.
However ALL single phase induction motors are in effect two phase.The other winding is for starting /running and is supplied with current that leads the current in the main winding,this phase shift produces a...
There are many two phase motors around,these are often called capacitor run motors,the capacitor will create the other phase,these are poor starters,with low starting torque,but ok for lawnmowers,fans etc.Capacitor start machines are different altogether,(high starting torque).The capacitor...
I have found that a three phase motor will start and run on two phases,however it will run hotter,and less starting torque.
You can also start and run a three phase motor on single phase,you have to create the other phase by using a capacitor,once up to speed the cap is dist,the motor will run...
