My 6 year old Delta 14″ is underpowered with the current 10.4 amp motor. This is especially apparent when I resaw, which I do fairly often. I have the saw tuned up nicely, so other than the motor, I’m very happy with it. I’m considering replacing the motor, but am torn between a 1.5 hp Baldor WW Supply has for $225, and the thought of going with a 2 hp model. 2hp would require rewiring, (saw, plus new circuite in shop) while the 1.5 motor would not.
I believe the 1.5 Baldor is 15 amps, but will have to call to confirm. In my mind, this should make a significant difference over my current set up. The extra 3.6 amps doesn’t sound like much, but I’m betting it will be noticeable, especially with the new motor being a Baldor.
What are the thoughts of those of you out there with more experience in this area?
Regards,
John
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Just asked a similar question on WoodNet. I have a 28-275 and a 3 HP motor. I'm wondering if it's too much motor for this saw. Shop wiring is no problem for me.
Don
What is the hp and service factor of your present motor? Rated current really is not relevant for comparing induction motors; power factor and efficiency can vary quite a bit, while still outputting the same mechanical shaft power. I'm guessing it's 3/4 hp. Any motor with a proper NEMA nameplate will deliver the same torque at the same speed as any other with the same nameplated performance and design, within some small tolerance.
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This was a really tough question for me.
I tried to add up what each improvement cost, when totaled up, I ended up with a Minimax16.
Nice big tool. I've heard that they are on a 6 week back order.
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