Help setting up myford lathe

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29 June 2026 at 22:05 #854029
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Hi guys

Just acquired a 1983 myford super 7 lathe

I’m having issues about best way to set up the 3 phase from 240v

Is there anyone near dunstable that could help get me on right track please

Thanks in advance

Neil

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30 June 2026 at 00:04 #854047
Nigel Graham 2
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I take it you mean you bought the lathe with a 3ph motor that had been supplied directly from a 3ph mains supply.

To run it off 240 1ph it will need an inverter, and you can buy these with a variable-frequency speed control. (To enhance the belt drive and back-gear, not replace them!)

I fitted my ML7 with a complete motor + integrated inverter/ controller, from Newton-Tesla who sell those complete sets; but the electronics alone are available. I’m not sure if from NT but it’s worth asking.
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