2x72 Belt Grinder Resources - Hardware, Motor, VFD, Wheels & More
This page will be updated regularly with the latest products, hardware, tools and other pieces that are used to build the Revolution 2x72 DIY Belt Grinder.
This will help you find what is best when you need anything.
Brian's Preferred Gear for the Revolution Build
Buy these items to complete the Revolution – the motor and VFD are not the cheapest but this is my preferred setup.
2HP Iron Horse Motor ► https://bit.ly/2UUZMhR
VFD 110/220 (to Control the Motor) ► https://amzn.to/2QDbwFB
Alternative link to another vendor ► https://bit.ly/3qYKwjx
HouseMade Custom Revolution Wheel Set ► https://bit.ly/3vwq3Vn
Motors
Requirements for a motor that will work with the Revolution:
- TEFC
- NEMA 56C (this is the bolt pattern)
- 3600 RPM
- 3 Phase (no need for 3 phase power the vfd will convert single phase to 3)
- 2HP (Preferred)
- 220v
2HP Iron Horse Motor ► https://bit.ly/2UUZMhR
- Alternative Motor #1 ► https://amzn.to/352jFYA
- Alternative motor #2 ► https://amzn.to/3wAkp5u
- Alternative motor #3 ► https://amzn.to/3Nrk2zv
- Alternative motor #4 ► https://amzn.to/3GdsY9u
VFDs
Preferred VFD 110/220 (To Control the Motor) ► https://amzn.to/2QDbwFB⚠ The KBAC units do not come with the reverse switch standard but they are cheap and easily installed.
Reverse Switch: ► https://amzn.to/3HR4Rgw
- Another Preferred VFD (220 - up to 3HP) - https://amzn.to/3D1Sr3D
- Cheaper VFD 220 (You must enclose this or it will fail due to dust ► https://amzn.to/2ZL9shp
- Cheaper VFD 110 to 220 3 phase (similar to KBAC - You must enclose this or it will fail due to dust) ► https://amzn.to/3FUIqqU
- A less expensive 220 VFD ► https://amzn.to/2ZL9shp
Tools
- Tools to Build the Revolution (a complete linked list) ► https://amzn.to/3EWpiau
- Welder (220v) ► https://amzn.to/3csrN5R
- Welder (115v) ► https://amzn.to/2SRrKYX
- Magnetic Brace Tools ► https://amzn.to/2SuC62q
- Large Magnetic Brace tools (RED) ► https://amzn.to/2SDYbLY
- Magnetic Level ► https://amzn.to/2MBdfWX
- JET Milling Machine ► https://amzn.to/2ZQqzwk
- Hold Down Clamping Mill Set ► https://amzn.to/2SQFeWM
- LED Sewing Machine Lamp ► https://amzn.to/36pWsOK
- Tap-Magic ► https://amzn.to/39lXBsa
- Welding Tools & Supply List ►► https://amzn.to/3b1Bmc0
Grinder Accessories
- Contact Wheel: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AlHIfD - Make sure to select 12.7mm bearing
- Small Wheel Attachment: https://ebay.us/ZnLfPK
Wiring Diagram for Most Motors & VFD's
(Big Thanks to Dan @ DC Knives - http://dcknives.blogspot.com/ )
