Building a Rotary Phase Converter. Part 1: Theory, initial testing and proof of concept

The first of 2 parts covering the entire process of building a rotary phase converter. RPC theory( How electric motors work, the difference between single phase and three phase motors, why phase converters are necessary, and how a rotary phase converter works), idler motor examination and testing, mobile base build, and automatic start sequence design and testing.
The plans referred to in the video can be found here:
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[@AM-dn4lk]

This was an excellent theoretical overview of how motors, 3 phase and, 1 phase and rotary phase converters work. Thank you.

[@ssnoc]

This is Excellent! - I have been searching a long time for a basic understanding of windings and phase induction. I’m trying to teach myself how to re-wind a motor, but there is nothing in English on KZbin. Your excellent video is helping me understand and I Thank You 🙏

[@propertypaul]

The drill start part reminded me of my first converter ; I used a rope to start it. That was the 'temporary' method that I used for about five years.

[@ecvolt2976]

Very knowledgeable !! gives a good understanding of the inter-relationship of the three phase motor acting as a motor and also as a generator. I like how you moved on to the starting capacitor and the relay well done. thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@chadjsaul]

I learned a lot from your build. Great job explaining along the way. Thankful for the knowledge!

[@keithgibbons5765]

Thank you for taking the time and effort to make this VERY informative video. It is a big help to us DIY with limited electrical knowledge!

[@edwardgrabczewski]

Wow! what an excellent explanation!

[@MrWaalkman]

Excellent video!

[@garthkennedy203]

Well done! Very well explained.

[@dannywilsher4165]

Very well explained sir, thanks!!!

[@richardyantz469]

Great video.Answered alot of questions i had

[@mrmatt2525able]

Definitely subscribed

[@ICBOY10]

Hey Thanks so much!!!! Great video!! 👍👍👍

[@gusc6785]

great video

[@GAJ3T]

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[@pradhiksha.gandajaykumar.d4242]

How calculated run capacitor & start capacitor for 3 phase submersible motor

[@user-wv9jt4ye5c]

For this explanation I think you have you can have a loop. A generator that can run itself.

[@bradsmith1046]

I apologize if I missed it but could you provide any sources I might get a 1200uF start capacitor from? Also what breaker size was your 20hp idler drawing from? Thank for the excellent video and very clear process description you have provided.

[@stuarth43]

thanks Mr, in Au the max amps one can pull legally from a 230ac supply is 40

[@ForCheapTimeS]

Excelent video! The motor being used is a three phase idle motor correct?