Woodworking (rec.woodworking) Discussion forum covering all aspects of working with wood. All levels of expertise are encouraged to particiapte.

 
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
Prev Previous Post   Next Post Next
  #1   Report Post  
Robatoy
 
Posts: n/a
Default Priority switch? (Lektricuty question)

I have 30 amps of 220 (single phase) available to my shop.
When my electric heater (20 amps) is running, which isn't often because
the shop is very well insulated and my compressor (10 amps) kicks in,
...mmm let's just say.. the lights dim a little.

Neither piece of equipment runs a lot so I see no reason to bust open
the concrete driveway and burying cable to upgrade to a bigger service.
So.... it shouldn't be that hard to develop a relay box that simply cuts
off either piece of equipment when the other is running.... I mean...
shouldn't be that hard for somebody who knows this kinda stuff.

I would be helped a lot if there was name for such a circuit, because
then could start digging for a schematic.

Anybody?

Please?


0¿0

Rob
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes

Posting Rules

Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Thermostat Wiring HvacTech2 Home Repair 31 July 13th 05 04:21 PM
Electrical question about a switch D. J. Dorn Woodworking 9 January 21st 05 01:29 PM
this ought to get everybody fired up.... mel Woodworking 56 March 29th 04 03:53 PM
how to rewire bathroom pull switch to regular light switch Nick UK diy 20 January 20th 04 07:57 PM
Problem with replacing a bathroom light switch Sparky Home Repair 23 November 10th 03 11:33 PM


All times are GMT +1. The time now is 09:15 PM.

Powered by vBulletin® Copyright ©2000 - 2025, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Copyright ©2004-2025 DIYbanter.
The comments are property of their posters.
 

About Us

"It's about DIY & home improvement"