I had to bite the bullet and cut the opening larger. Follow Daddys Workshop of the Carolinas a.
I was reluctant to cut the opening larger since this was an unmodified older saw complete with all accessories, somewhat collectible.Īfter I re-engineered the motor mount I found Grizzly had the same bracket that was used in their Unisaw clones, less than a hundred bucks.Įventually I came across a used 2hp single phase Unisaw motor. Part 8 of Complete Delta Unisaw Rebuild series - cleaning and evaluating motor internals. That worked fine except it lost some cutting depth and full 45 degree tilt because of interference issues with the too smallish motor clearance opening in the base. Unwilling to spend that much I made a bracket to use a standard base-mount motor to tie into to the unique Unisaw motor attachment points. New after market Unisaw motors are available, around $450 as I recall. Totally enclosed, fan cooled (TEFC) with NEMA. 3 HP models draw 12.4A 5 HP units require 20A.
The old wood working equipment site had a work around, but not a reliable one. If it ever becomes necessary to replace the motor in your right or left tilt DELTA UNISAW, MARATHON ELECTRIC 3 HP and 5 HP Motors have been specifically designed to be a perfect match: 230V, 1PH motors operate at 3,450 RPM. Local motor shop said they had not been able to get replacement springs for at least 20 years. Motor will no longer run and replacements springs are not available. The spring is part of the centrifugal staring mechanism. my time researching cabinet saws before deciding on the Delta Unisaw. Those old motors have what's sometimes called a "neck lace" spring that eventually breaks. 1 of our customer reviews for more information on the Delta 3 HP Motor 10 in.
#Unisaw motors upgrade
It had the old bullet motor with the rare cast iron motor cover, 1 hp wired for 120V. I need a new 1 1/2 HP unisaw motor, anyone know any good sources This is an excellent time to upgrade to 3 HP Ive actually found my best motor deals.