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Hello, I have acquired a Rockwell Drill press #15-665. The internal wiring and cable was in bad shape so I've replaced all of that but I kept the original push-button switch which I'd like to remain operational. I'd like to add a RS-1-SH drum switch, and had a question about mounting the switch...

Thanks - in this case I was looking for both variable speed control and the ability to reverse, I don't know if my 'herd' is going to expand to a lot of other 3 phase machines, so for now I think a VFD will be the best way if I end up buying one of these 3 phase drills.

re: GFCI wiring - yes it's a good thing to consider. All of my circuits in the shop are currently on GFCI circuits, but I could probably make one of the circuits GFCI-free for this purpose as well. re: rpm, I was actually thinking of a pickup sensor and powering it from the auxiliary out, but...

Thanks for the recommendation, studying now. FWIW the model I linked above (KBMA) from KB will not work at least in my case b/c it will trip GFCIs, and the option to program it to *not* GFCIs is not available for small orders. They recommended this model instead but it's a bit more expensive...

Note: I'm currently considering this model, with RFI filter: https://acim.nidec.com/drives/kbelectronics/-/media/kbelectronics/documents/ac-drives/data-sheets/kbma.ashx?la=en

Hi, I'm setting up my shop and have been looking for a good drill press. I came across a Clausing 15" 16SC (5-speed), likely vintage 60s or 70s, with a 3 phase 3/4 HP motor, and I'm also considering a (much cheaper) Rockwell 15-665, again with a 3 phase motor. As I don't have 3 phase in my shop...