VFD Lathe - Milling Machine Walk Around

I recently converted my Milling Machine and my Lathe to three phase using a very inexpensive VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) and a 2HP /230v motor. At the time of this video, May 2024, the VFD was under $75 and the 2HP motor was under $200. Amazing products for so little money. And such an improvement on how the machines now perform!
Here are the links to the devices used here:
SSR (Solid State Relay): www.amazon.com/dp/B07FVR37QN?...
2HP motor: www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTHPV1YK?...
VFD: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B...
E-Stop: www.amazon.com/dp/B00NTT91Y0?...
Be sure to visit my web page for lots more Garage Projects:
www.rvbprecision.com
Article on the previous lathe conversion from AC to DC:
rvbprecision.com/machine-tool...
Thanks!

[@davehogan4776]

Would love to see a shop tour!!! Thanks!!

[@roybertalotto6355]

Stop by anytime you are in the Cape Cod area!

[@rogermusgrove8991]

Hi there i have my lathe converted (smart& brown) and my bridgeport mill converted in a similar fashion as yours and they work a treat. Thanks for an excellent video on the subject.

[@roybertalotto6355]

Easily one of the best modifications Ive made. Now Im going to convert my drill press!

[@rogermusgrove8991]

@@roybertalotto6355 Hi Roy i should have mentioned i have my drill press running via a cross over switch from the bridgeport mill controller it works a treat well i thought i cant opperate the mill and drill at the same time so why not use the same inverter as the mill. cheers roger musgrove.

[@tedvolz9674]

I'm going to be converting my 12x36 too. Is there any vids or diagrams you could point me to on how to do the electrical wiring?

[@roybertalotto6355]

@@tedvolz9674 sorry, Im not aware of any all inclusive videos. It is basically three steps. Firstvyou need a 230v circuit, second the wireing of the 3 phase motor and third the mechanical mounting of the motor. All three phases can be found individually on youtube. Good Luck