How do i rewire a broomwade 3 phase compressor 1970

I suggest you contact Brooks if they are still in business. If not there is lots of motor info on the net.

Traditional single phase motors are fairly straightforward and similar to each other. The main thing to watch out for is to have the start and run windings wired with the same polarity. If the polarity is reversed on either winding the motor will run backwards.

Look for a stardelta wiring diagram and you need to fit a thermal cutout and also a pressure switch

send me your email address and I will give you what I have. We have a 2004 model 46/6 turbo. Wiring diagram is in the manual. I have this.

A 3phase motor cannot be rewired to run on single phase power. You need a phase converter. A 3-phase motor will only run on 3-phase power, and a phase converter will convert single phase power to 3 phase. Just google phase converter. There are two basic types, electronic and rotary. The rotary type are more powerful and efficient, but lot's more expensive than the electronic ones. Your only other option is to replace the motor with a single phase motor. Good luck.

Hi,
Most cannot be rewired... but some can... before I can help I do need to know the make and model though...

heatman101

Please check out the Web Site Below. It is a Quick Start manual for IR Compressors.

It should have everything you need. It DOES NOT Show you any wiring connections AT the motor.

Hope this helps....Jim

http://www.irtechpubs.com/ir_pdfs/Compressed%20Air/Air%20Compressors/Reciprocating%20Compressor/80445703.PDF

Here is your answer :
From 3 phase con you took just one phase of this 3 phases and a blue vire and earth wire you should use allso! for the safety against electrick shock,
I hope this will help you

The motor itself should have a sticker which describes the wiring for 115. It is a small change involving a single wire moving from one pole to another inside the motor starter cap (the bump on the motor itself).

Search the 'net for phase converters. I have read articles about making your own phase converters from old 3 phase motors----Fine Woodworking mag.

Yes, there is a chart on page 6 of the service manual that tells you which wires to switch(according to your model#) to change to single phase.