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Well the General has a 2hp 3ph 220v with inverter and is running good. I'm very happy with the upgrade it did the main thing I wanted it to, more power,less vibration and less noise.So here's what it took to complete the upgrade. Plus a lot of brain sells,thought I was going crazy.
motor:$166.00
VFD : $251.00
cable for key pad:$37.50
Brake resistor:$21.13
3ph 2hp switch:$8.82
Wire,plug,wire clamps:$49.20
Belts:$40.00
switch box:$8.87
Total: $582.52
 
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