Hi all, just to give a bit of background,I currently use a city 619 table saw which is a very capable saw but has no scribe blade. I have some jobs coming up where a scribe blade would be very useful so in the market for an upgrade. I'm looking at purchasing something like a SC3 Panel saw which does have a scribe blade (small footprint too).
The problem is picking up a decent single phase machine (I only have single phase) at the right price.
The SC3 saw has a 2,2Kw 3hp.
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One option is to purchase an existing 240v panel saw but some machines may not be braked so I was wondering how difficult it is to replace an existing un-baked single phase motor with a brake done and where would you purchase a new braked motor from.
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Another option would be to purchase a three phase machine and convert it to single phase again by replacing the motor for a braked motor.
Anyone know what the cost may be and what is needed, suppliers.
I am aware that phase converters exist but not wanting to look at that at the moment.
Any input would be appreciated.
Mark