Summary: CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 31.<br><br>What is a Variable Frequency Drive - VFD ?<br><br>In this episode we answer the question “What is a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)”? We examine how the work and how they can be used to control a 3 Phase industrial motor from common household current. We also discuss salvaging older machine tools through the use of a Variable Frequency Drive. <br>Also in this episode we talk a bit more about the upcoming ROI Challenge and also announce a contest to celebrate reaching 3000 members in the #CNC Router Tips Facebook Group.<br><br>Bill Griggs contact info: <br>Twitter: @BillGriggs<br>Website: <a href="http://cncroutertips.com" rel="noopener">http://cncroutertips.com</a><br>SHOW NOTES: <a href="http://cncroutertips.com/31" rel="noopener">http://cncroutertips.com/31</a><br><br>Websites Mentioned<br><br>Bill Griggs Youtube Channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny/channels" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny/channels</a><br>Resources Page <a href="http://cncroutertips.com/resources" rel="noopener">http://cncroutertips.com/resources</a> <br><a href="http://VFD.com" rel="noopener">http://VFD.com</a><br><a href="http://www.cnczone.com/forums/spindles-vfd/117782-huanyang-chinese-vfd-settings-manual-9.html" rel="noopener">http://www.cnczone.com/forums/spindles-vfd/117782-huanyang-chinese-vfd-settings-manual-9.html</a><br><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Variable-frequency_drive" rel="noopener">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Variable-frequency_drive</a><br><a href="https://www.joliettech.com/products/variable-frequency-drive-systems-and-controls/what-is-a-variable-frequency-drive-part-1/" rel="noopener">https://www.joliettech.com/products/variable-frequency-drive-systems-and-controls/what-is-a-variable-frequency-drive-part-1/</a><br><a href="http://chrisguillebeau.com/category/100-startup/" rel="noopener">http://chrisguillebeau.com/category/100-startup/</a><br><a href="http://ebay.com" rel="noopener">http://ebay.com</a><br><a href="http://amazon.com" rel="noopener">http://amazon.com</a><br><a href="http://cncroutertips.com/demo" rel="noopener">http://cncroutertips.com/demo</a><br><a href="http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8" rel="noopener">http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8</a><br><a href="http://themakersguide.com" rel="noopener">http://themakersguide.com</a><br><a href="http://cncroutertips.com/30" rel="noopener">http://cncroutertips.com/30</a><br><a href="http://cncroutertips.com/contest" rel="noopener">http://cncroutertips.com/contest</a><br><br>VIDEO RESOURSES<br>VFD 101 Basics<br><a href="https://youtu.be/YA-6TNhFsE4" rel="noopener">https://youtu.be/YA-6TNhFsE4</a><br>2.2KW spindle & VFD operating <br><a href="https://youtu.be/ril8CI5he00" rel="noopener">https://youtu.be/ril8CI5he00</a><br>How to set up a Chinese Spindle <br><a href="https://youtu.be/pPhCGVq8aGE" rel="noopener">https://youtu.be/pPhCGVq8aGE</a><br><br>How to leave a review on iTunes<br>Go to this page.<br><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cnc-router-tips-podcast-spreaker/id1031116372?mt=2" rel="noopener">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cnc-router-tips-podcast-spreaker/id1031116372?mt=2</a><br>Click View in iTunes.<br>Click on ratings and reviews in iTunes <br>Click the Write a Review button<br>Leave an honest rating.<br>Then write a review Just a few words.
