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Originally Posted by skdvr
I am considering building a tank tumbler and I was wondering if a motor from a dryer would be able to be used? I have a dryer that we are getting ready to get rid of becuase the control board went out on it. The motor still works just fine though.
Any thoughts or opinions are appreciated...
Thanks
Phil
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Phil,
It would work just fine. Depending on the motor type, you may need something beyond basic 110 VAC. It could be a DC motor or 230VAC.
If it is a straight AC motor like a furnace blower, (1750rpm), you'll likely want to step the speed down in two pulleys to get the right speed on the tank itself.
The Oxyhacker guide is an excellent reference on this and on O2 cleaning.