Jet Dust Collector - Wiring Help

[jmac2043]

 

[Bert_]

Several things done wrong but the biggest is the dust collector itself. DC-1200VX-BK3 Dust Collector, 2HP 3PH 230/460V, 30-Micron Bag Filter Kit

You bought a 3 phase dust collector and I'm guessing you don't have 3 phase...

 

[jmac2043]

Not sure of the difference to be honest

 

[pattenp]

You need to return DC and get one that uses single phase power. 3 phase is normally commercial/ industrial power.

 

[jmac2043]

got it; thanks all, I'm an idiot

 

[Norcal]

got it; thanks all, I'm an .......

Did you buy it new, or used? If new return it, if used there are options if it was cheap enough to make it worthwhile, 3 HP single phase input VFD's are pretty reasonable, details will help.

 

[Bert_]

3 phase has 3 "hot" wires, your Normal household power has 2 hots.

Also, if the unit calls for a 20a circuit then that is what you should use. Not the 50 amp plug you have in the link.

 

[wyliesdiesels]

wow that was a major goof!

helps to do some reading before making an expensive mistake.

 

[Rbreddin]

when you return the DC, make sure you pick up either upgraded bags or a canister filter that will filter down to 2 microns.

at 30 microns, you're still breathing in all the "poisonous" dust