Paul Grimshaw Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 I have a 110v DC electric motor that runs my old fairground ride and I though members might like to see some pics. It's stamped WD on the plate and I always wondered what it would've powered.The ride also has a 110v dynamo and several knife switches that are great at making big green sparks. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 IGOR!! Raise the lightning rod!! Looks like something out of an old Frankinstien film! :-D Brave man to throw that switch! :wow: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Grimshaw Posted March 14, 2013 Author Share Posted March 14, 2013 110v DC is classed as low voltage. It'll give you a bit of a belt and a burn but if you watch what you're doing then it's usually ok. Just like a big train set speed controller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andym Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Strictly speaking, the IEC would define 110V DC as extra-low voltage, but I'd still be inclined to treat it with utmost respect! Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 110v DC is classed as low voltage. It'll give you a bit of a belt and a burn but if you watch what you're doing then it's usually ok. Just like a big train set speed controller. So is an electric fence! :-D I must say your ride, please post pictures! Must be the ultimate Swords to Ploughshares. Any idea of who first built ti? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Grimshaw Posted March 15, 2013 Author Share Posted March 15, 2013 The ride is tested every year as part of the Amusement Device Inspection Procedures Scheme (ADIPS) which includes a full electrical 100v and 240v test. The ride was built in 1932 in Burton on Trent. I've traced all the previous owners. I've attached a couple of photos for reference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Now that would be fun at Bunker Bash! :cool2: I can see the fascination of running a piece of kit like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Grimshaw Posted March 15, 2013 Author Share Posted March 15, 2013 Now that would be fun at Bunker Bash! :cool2: I can see the fascination of running a piece of kit like that. Here's a short clip of the ride running... index=36 The ride is due to be at Heskin Hall Vintage Rally near Chorley, Lancs on 1 and 2 June. All welcome. See http://www.heskinsteamrally.co.uk for details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Grimshaw Posted March 15, 2013 Author Share Posted March 15, 2013 ...and here's a short clip of the underneath showing the motor and all the greasy bits. Got to make sure you mind your fingers and head when your crawling around under there. lol index=28 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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