Could I use a relay/resistor for this

[Slainor]

I have a 1.5 hp 115/230v pump that draws 22/11 amps. The type of controller I want to use for the application only handles 10 amps. Is there a way to still use this controller? What if the controller is only a 15amp-110v controller?

http://store.waterpumpsupply.com/60gpm15hp11v.html

http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/kingpumps/LEA-CTL-Gray-Hydrotronic-Manual.pdf

Where would I look online to find products suggested?

 

[VEBill]

You might be able to use the controller to control a "Contactor" (electrician-speak for a relay).

This assumes that it's a simple Off/On control system.

A careful system designer would also consider the implications of the decreased MTBF due to the added complexity.

 

[waross]

Hire a qualified electrician. There are code issues as well as suitability issues.
11 Amps on a 10 Amp controller? Not good.
22 Amps on a 15 Amp controller? Even worse.
1.5HP motor? Use an HP rated switch. Look at Square D 9013 series HP rated switches.

http://products.schneider-electric....fsg-frg-fyg-square-d-pressure-switches/#tab=0

Bill
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