On 02/16/2013 05:39 PM, John C wrote:
(Larry W) wrote in
:

In article , Steve B
wrote:
I am going to cannibalize a Sawzall to crack pecans. I need to slow
it down. If I use a dimmer, will that be adequate, and work? Or do I
need to go with a larger rheostat?

Steve



It may not, since they are designed to work with lighting and
typically the AC current sine wave. Since they're so cheap, why not
try one and see? If it doesn't work, look for a "router speed control"
or similar that is specifically designed to work with the series-wound
motors used in most hand-held power tools.

That would cost $$. If the cheapo was willing to spend a few bucks he
would do it right like a man and buy one of these

http://pecannutbusters.com/

That's not going to happen.


My first thought would be to use a variac, but those aren't cheap.
However they are handy to have around if you're the type of guy who
likes to mess with stuff and/or plays with vintage electronics.

nate

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