Today I installed my new WEG VFD. Bought it form Rod Caddaye, owner of Omega Lathes. The unit is very well made, a big improvement over the original Eaton VFD that was added by Stubby USA. I always disliked the idea of the VFD out in the open, where dust, wood chips, spiders and here in Hawaii, Geckos can lay eggs inside. The new unit it's in a nice closed little cabinet, with a computer fan and filters for fresh air. Only problem is, I do look at my RPM when I turn boxes with hand chased threads, specially if I'm teaching. Also, during demos, there is always a beginner asking me at what speed I'm turning. The RPM readout is inside the little cabinet, not very convenient. I have heard of other ways of getting the RPM's... I could do some Google research, but I like to see what other woodturners have done. Thanks in advance. Aloha