DC Motor Control Panel

[kelroy]

Ok anyone converted there lathe to DC treadmil motor? I assume some has.
Question: How do I wire in the DPDT and jog buttons?

HELP

 

[kelroy]

Model MC-60 -Proform Fitness Products

 

[Pacer]

Ive done 6-8 lathes, drill presses, sanders, etc and I have never had a controller have a jog feature either... but I have done reversing on them. Its really easy once youve done it -- heres a link to a schematic, the "X" in the wiring is the key.

http://rollertrol.com/DC-motor-reverse-switch-diagram

 

[kelroy]

Thanks pacer. Cleared that right up. I bought a jog switch will it go online before the DPDT

 

[Kennyd]

Here is a attached diagram so you don't have to click a link:

 

[Hawkeye]

Kelroy, the jog switch should be in parallel with your main on-off switch. If you put it in series, you'll have to hold it on to run.

 

[kelroy]

Jog switch has 2 connection tabs. Do you Y a connection to both sides of the DPDT switch? Center of DPDT is off

 

[Hawkeye]

If by 'two tabs' you mean that the jog switch is DPST, you could connect it in parallel with the FORWARD position of the main switch. If you try to jog both directions with one switch, you will short something out - either the motor leads (harmless) or the supply voltage (bang).

 

[kelroy]

I may just go with a light

 

[kelroy]

Very good info guys. I really appreciate the help.