I just purchased a used Dayton 5E817A Dust Collector for my home shop. The motor is a 3hp, 208-230/460v, 3 phase. Not having 3 phase power in my garage, I'm considering a TECO VFD or swap out the motor for a spare motor on hand. That motor is a 3HP, 240V, 15A, TEFC, 3450 RPM pulled off a Grizzly jointer. It only has a few hours of use before being replaced due to a marred arbor. I haven't picked up the Dayton (auction) so I don't have that motor in front of me to compare the RPM, but I'm guessing it's the same speed (?).
If I were to swap the motors, would there be issues due to the difference in load (between a jointer cutter head and fan)? I'm thinking specifically about the amp draw but maybe that's not something to be concerned about? IDK. I have a 30amp breaker for my 220 and it will need to run one machine plus the DC at a time.
The other known concerns/considerations for swapping the motor out are: 1) Ability to retrofit the motor mount (need to inspect). 2) Cost to replace the arbor so it fits the DC fan, or possibly swap arbors between motors if that's even possible? 3) purchasing the right switch for the replacement motor.
I still need to purchase cartridge filters, duct work, fittings and blast gates so I'm looking for the least expensive yet effective power solution. My time is secondary since I enjoy the work. Thoughts and suggestions are appreciated.