Phase Control

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TEMCo Motor Control
Phone: 1-800-613-2290

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Ace Phase Converter
Phone: 1-800-967-7217

Controlling phase power is often a challenge when dealing with the different types of equipment on the market today. The phase power that is supplied in the USA is three phase power and that is mandated by law and contracts between the utility companies. By the time is gets to the average consumer, only single phase power is supplied. Phase power consists of alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC) but most of the public electricity will be AC when it reaches the customer. Since large equipment runs more efficient and last longer on three phase power you need some device to change single phase power into three phase power.  Phase converters are very popular and economical  in controlling phase power.

Utility companies can install three phase power.  Unfortunately, the utility company charges exorbitant amounts of money anywhere from $50,000 to $90,000 per mile just to supply three phase power.  To supply you with three phase power the utility company has to install above ground or underground power lines. For most business or individuals it is unfeasible for them to get the power from the utility company. Phase converters are a good alternative in controlling phase power. The reason phase converters have become so popular is because they are a very economical way of controlling phase power issues. There are many types of phase converters available that will take single phase power and convert it into three phase power.

A phase converter is basically a rotating machine that converts single phase utility power into three phase power to operate three phase equipment or machinery. A quality phase converter is known to operate  loads just as well as three phase power from a utility company.  Phase converters has gotten a bad name because many manufacturers have manufactured inferior phase converters.  Not all phase converters are true three phase power. Beware when looking for a manufacturer.  Look for manufacturer that has been in business for over 5 years and offer a 5 year warranty. A true three phase converter properly installed can last up to 35 years. When controlling phase power a quality phase converter will pay for itself by protecting your equipment and having less downtime for repairs and maintenance.

ACE Phase Converter is one of the top manufacturers of phase converters on the market today.  They guarantee that their phase converters are true three phase converters.  A true three phase converter will have a balanced three phase generating motor with power factor correction.  ACE Phase Converter has been in business for 25 year providing solutions to customers on controlling phase power.