How To Interpret Or Read Nameplate On 3 Phase Motor?

single phase 240VAC. data late will have info. 3 phase usually has 12 leads.

yes it is

Inside the motor connection cover or on the nameplate if it is reversible.

How do you reverse a single phase 5 HP motor check it on YouTube will give you the answer

Delta is entirely different connection.... look here:

https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=3+Phase+Motor&es_sm=122&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=TWKZU9jpJobSOe3lgdAD&ved=0CEMQsAQ&biw=1534&bih=846

The motor will have wiring diagram and voltage on nameplate.
You can re-post question with information that shows on nameplate for more exact information, or keep reading below:
If motor is rated for 240Volts, then it will not work with 120V.
If motor is rated for both 120V and 240V, then either Low voltage or high voltage will work, and one wire will be common, and 1 wire will for 120 and other wire for 240.
If motor is rated 120Volt two speed, then one wire will be neutral, and 1 wire low speed, and other wire high speed. You can connect your wire to either low of high, and cap other wire.
If motor is 240volt two speed, then one wire will be common, and 1 wire low speed, and other wire high speed.
If motor is rated 3-phase, then all three wires are connected to the voltage shown on nameplate.
If motor is rated 3-phase two speed, you may need electrician to wire the motor correctly.
http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/AO-Smith-motor-wiring.pdf

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You'd need to supply a "Buck-Boost" transformer to do this properly. Technically, the 265 VAC is one hot leg and neutral of a 480 VAC 3 Phase Y system that measures 277 VAC. The 265 number comes from this:

265 is the standard nameplate voltage for a 277 volt motor or AC unit.

230 is standard name plate for 240.
200 is standard name plate for 208
460 is standard name plate for 480.
110 is standard name plate for 120.

Most electricians call the hot leg / neutral circuit "277V AC".

Some popular "Buck-Boost" transformers will convert 208 to 240 and 240 to 208 volt systems, and 240 to 277 and 277 to 240 volt systems - among many other variations. These are auto-transformers as the primary secondary windings share a connection. KVA ratings differ significantly from name plate because of this fact. You should contact a qualified electrician to not only size, but wire the transformer for you. Failure to install a Buck-Boost transformer - and running this unit on 240V AC mains will cause premature failure of motors - fans and compressor due to overheating. This can also result in a fire hazard.

I hope this helps and good luck!

Hi,
You can build or buy a single to three phase converter....

http://www.metalwebnews.com/howto/ph-conv/ph-conv.html

If you want to buy then just do a search and many will come up...

You size them by amp. draw... the amp. draw will be listed on the motor nameplate...

heatman101

if the plate says 230 3 phase,its three phase only,so the only way to run unit is three phase.sorry