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Old 09-05-14, 01:03 AM   #19
philb
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So if I re-wire the motor for 220 is it still producing the same hp just more efficient?
The air compressor that I rewired had more starting torque at 240 VAC than it did at 120 VAC. I don't think it would be anymore efficient unless you are nearing locked rotor amps from burdening the motor down on 120 volts.
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