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Sorry Jimster, This one is only for big boys who like big toys.

Thanks Oilman This is most helpful. I have checked the machines today and the Lathe has three motors:- 11/2 Hp main motor, 1/15 hp motor on the feed control and a 1/2 hp on the coolant system also rated at 0.18A. The miller has a 2hp main motor and a 1/2 hp coolant pump. The side plate...

The miller has an integral digital readout and variable speeds to both head and feed. It also has coolant pump which we haven't investigated yet. You are correct it isn't at home so I will check the motor details tomorrow when i go into the workshop. We also have a "new" lathe which requires...

If you have a 2hp motor on a milling machine What size cable should you use? Yesterday I was told it should be 4mm2, this morning 2.5mm2. I need 3phase, neutral and earth Any suggestions on how to calculate or better still the correct answer. Cheers[/img]