Step-Up Transformer

[dadealeus]

Hi, everyone.

Does anyone use a step-up transformer to run their Axiom on? Specifically one that moves 110-120 volts A/C to the 220-240 volts needed by the machine?

I've always had access to 220v power until a recent move to a new leased property. I could hire an electrician to drop a 220 line in, but the main breaker box would need to be replaced as it's too small to handle any additions and I don't want to foot the bill for a property that I don't own.

I never run my machine at even half the RPMs it's capable of, and I don't have any need to really push it, so I think I could get by on the reduced amperage, but pretty much every step-up transformer I've seen on Amazon is not compatible with US power specs.

Does anyone use one? If so, do you have a link to it?

[Bob]

That's how I've run my Axiom for the past 5 years. I checked with an electrician for his opinion. He saw no problem with my setup. No problems with overheating or performance. The longest job so far has been 4-5 hours. All components stay cool. I monitor this with an infrared thermometer.
Check with your electrician for any clarification on the subject.
I use the transformer from Axiom.

[Chad]

I've had concerns with heat at the transformer...but that's largely due to customers and dealers that store the transformer under the machine and have a tendency to pile wood around them (not to mention the dust).

Beyond that, as long as there is air movement...a 3000W transformer does very well.


The important detail that I like to discuss with customers is that in most cases, there should be nothing else running on the circuit/breaker that the transformer and machine are attached to.

When used with a 110V 20Amp breaker..the transformer will have little difficulty producing 220 10Amp power. However, if there is any other draw on that circuit...the power available to the transformer will be limited and it may result in a LV (low voltage) error at the machine when the spindle draw increases.

[dadealeus]

Jun 4, 2021 8:29:28 GMT -5 Chad said:

I've had concerns with heat at the transformer...but that's largely due to customers and dealers that store the transformer under the machine and have a tendency to pile wood around them (not to mention the dust).

Beyond that, as long as there is air movement...a 3000W transformer does very well.

Hey, Chad!

Thanks for the response; do you have a link to one that you guys recommend - or at least one that I can use as a direct comparison for what to purchase?

[Chad]

Thus far most of my experience has been with a RockStone 3000W transformer that we purchase on Amazon.

These are the same transformers that we use when attending trade shows...


We also recommend these same units for dealers where 220V is hard to find.

[dadealeus]

That's exactly what I was looking for; thanks, everyone!

Always a great community / great company here.