tms wrote:
Hey Harmondreamer,
First, welcome aboard!
Second, I agree with Gene that Leeson is good. Baldor is better, but as with most things, you get what you pay for. Shipping can be a consideration, depending on where you are, the cost difference between Baldor and Leeson is greater or smaller.
I also have the same question as Frank, are you sure you want a 3Ø motor? Your shop would need to be wired for 3Ø, which is usually industrial or commercial buildings. Given that you only want a 1Hp motor, that suggests hobby usage, not an industrial use. Also, a 1725 motor would be a 1Ø motor, more likely to be a home shop situation.
Lastly, why only 1HP? Most table saws use at least 1 1/2 Hp, and 3250 rpm. Most of the better saws have at least 2Hp.
Just my 2¢,
Tom
PS: A little more info on the one I bought.
Leeson model # M6C34FB8J . Put in on a 14 yo Craftsman contractor saw. Price has gone up a lot since I bought mine on sale in 2012. TEFC, & can be wired for 220VAC. It's rated @1.5hp @115VAC, but doing the numbers it's closer to 2hp, and the performance bears that out. Very smooth running, fast spool up.
I also installed forged pulley's and link belt.
Here's the motor specs:
http://www.leeson.com/leeson/searchprod ... oductType=I suggest you speak to them on the phone if you decide to go with Leeson, since their woodworking motors come in several different bases, etc.