Three Phase Converters

What is  A Three Phase  Converters?

A three phase converter is a device that allows you to use three phase equipment on single phase power. Some of the applications are industrial motors, pumps, welders, computers, just to name a few. With the increase of businesses using three phase equipment, so has the use of phase converters.  Three phase motors and equipment runs more efficiently and smoothly.  For additional information, read our article on the benefits of three phase power.

Three phase converters are typically used when the utility company can not supply three phase power to a facility or it is cost prohibited. Installing three phase power by the utility company can run up to $50,000!!  There are many different types of phase converters and manufacturer offered in today's market.  There are many articles on building your own phase converter on the web. It doesn't take long before you can becomes a little overwhelming to what type you need and who to buy it from. We will help you take the confusion out, with explaining what each three phase converter are used for and the what to look for in phase converter manufacturer.

One of the main drawbacks you will hear on using a three phase converters is the reduction of your equipment life. This is caused by voltage and current imbalance, harmonics that pollute the power grid and the inability to operate sensitive equipment or multiple loads. Two of the reasons for the bad rap is that many of them used a static phase converter, which does not convert three phase power into single phase power. The second reason, with the increase use of phase converters so were the manufacturer of  phase converter, many of them knew nothing about building a phase converter.

Another important factor on using a three phase converter is making sure you get the right size. 90 percent of phase converters problems are they are not the right size for the application. A three phase converter that is properly sized and the correct type will give you years of trouble-free service and operate your equipment as well as a utility three-phase power installation.

There are many types of phase converters, the most popular being the rotary phase converters.  Other types  of three phase converters are the CNC, static, digital, which we discuss in detail in the different types of phase converters.

If you are in the market for a phase converters, we recommend calling ACE Phase Converters, they offer a true three phase converters back with a 10 year warranty and the engineering staff to make sure you get the correct phase converter for your applications

No matter if you are just wanting information on three phase power. Or if you need information on how to run your three phase equipment on single phase power, we can help!!