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Offline beerocd

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Washer/Dryer Parts?
« on: June 14, 2010, 09:52:03 pm »
So, say you have access to a washer/dryer pair that no one needs. Any picks on which motor to scavenge for powering a mill?
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Re: Washer/Dryer Parts?
« Reply #1 on: June 15, 2010, 09:59:48 am »
No direct experience, but I've heard of people using a dryer motor.
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Re: Washer/Dryer Parts?
« Reply #2 on: June 15, 2010, 10:08:33 am »
The lower the rpm and higher the horse power the better.  A slower rotation on your motor with more torque/ power will help facilitate the synchronization of the mills' rollers and aid in a better crush.
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