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Default Single phase induction motor control.

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T i m wrote:
I am tinkering with the idea of building a test jig and a basic bench
grinder could make the ideal platform.


Am I right in thinking you can make induction motors 'soft start'
(reduced starting torque) by the inclusion of a series resistor?


You don't generally need a soft start on an induction motor as the torque
is very poor below operating speed.

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