conversion from 3-phase

["Stan Fickes" <fickes@acm.org>]

I am converting a lathe from 3-phase to single phase. I have replaced the
3/4 HP motor with a single phase motor, but am scratching my head over the
solenoid (contactor?) in the power switching circuit. It's apparent to me
that I cannot just use the existing contactor, as the coil requires 208
volts instead of the 110 for the new motor. So, should I buy a new 110 volt
contactor, or is there a better (cheaper) way to switch power?
Thanks!
Stan

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