Run any 3-phase machine — CNC, lathe, mill, welder, compressor — on single-phase power. NEMA 4 enclosure and TEFC cast-iron idler are standard on every unit, not a $400 upgrade. Choose Standard, AutoStart, or DualZone.
Every Phoenix unit ships with the same NEMA 4 enclosure and TEFC cast-iron idler. Pick the configuration that fits how your shop runs.
The industrial-grade rotary you'd build if you built it yourself.
Why spin a converter when you're not cutting? AutoStart shuts the converter fully off when you walk away — and powers back on the moment you press cycle-start.
Two smaller idlers, staged. Half the inrush current. More usable HP than a single big unit.
Most rotary converters ship in indoor-rated boxes with open-frame motors and call it good. Ours don't.
Every Phoenix converter leaves our shop with a NEMA 4 weather-resistant enclosure (sealed against rain, sleet, dust, and washdown) and a TEFC totally-enclosed fan-cooled cast-iron idler motor (sealed bearings, no internal airflow, rated for shop crud, sawdust, dairy spray, and outdoor pads).
Mount it in a barn, a lean-to, an outdoor compressor pad, or a woodshop full of dust. It will outlive the building.
NEMA 4 + TEFC cast-iron standard on every model — Standard, AutoStart, and DualZone.
Every unit is hand-assembled in our Phoenix, AZ shop, load-tested to nameplate spec, and serial-tracked. If something fails, you call 800-417-6568 and get the engineer who built it — no call centers, no chatbots. Every unit ships with a 5-year warranty and 1 full year of one-on-one phone support from the engineer who put it together. 40,000+ units in service across all 50 states.
Family-owned and operated since 2003 — two generations, 60+ years building phase converters.
Phoenix's Precision Balanced output sits within 3% of leg-to-leg balance under load — clean enough for VFDs and modern CNC controls. We've sized units for Haas, Tormach, Mazak, Bridgeport, Lincoln, Miller, and every flavor of industrial compressor.
Field-validated across 40,000+ installations.
AutoStart shuts the converter fully off when your machine stops running — zero standby draw — and powers it back on in under a second when load returns. DualZone stages two smaller idlers so your single-phase service breaker doesn't trip, and gives you more usable HP than a single equivalent unit. Both are patented Phoenix configurations on the same industrial-grade chassis.
Available 5–60 HP across both lines.
Wrong sizing is the #1 cause of phase converter failures. Tell us your machine's nameplate, voltage, and starting load — Glen or Danny will call you back the same day with a sized unit, a wiring diagram, and a quote.
Same-day callback Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm Eastern.
Every continuous-run rotary spins 24/7 the moment you flip it on — burning power whether you're cutting or on lunch. AutoStart's onboard controller shuts the converter completely off when load drops, and powers it back on in under a second when you press cycle-start.
Power draw across a typical machining cycle. AutoStart shuts the converter completely off between cuts and powers back up in under a second.
If your shop has limited single-phase capacity, a single 60 HP converter can trip your service breaker on startup. DualZone stages two 30 HP idlers — they start one at a time, so inrush is roughly half. Once both are spinning, you have more usable HP than a single 60 HP unit could deliver on the same service.
Inrush current at startup. DualZone's staged 2×30 HP draws roughly half the peak of a single 60 HP unit.
Every model below is available as Standard, AutoStart, or DualZone — same industrial chassis, your choice of control.
| Model | HP | Input | Output | Max Amps | Largest Motor | Dimensions | Weight | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPC-5 | 5 HP | 240V 1Ø | 240V 3Ø | 21 A | 3 HP | 18×14×12 in | 95 lb | $1,495 |
| PPC-10 | 10 HP | 240V 1Ø | 240V 3Ø | 42 A | 7.5 HP | 22×16×14 in | 165 lb | $1,895 |
| PPC-20 Best Seller | 20 HP | 240V 1Ø | 240V 3Ø | 83 A | 15 HP | 26×18×16 in | 285 lb | $2,795 |
| PPC-30 | 30 HP | 240V 1Ø | 240V 3Ø | 125 A | 25 HP | 30×20×18 in | 410 lb | $3,795 |
| PPC-40 | 40 HP | 240V 1Ø | 240V 3Ø | 166 A | 30 HP | 34×22×20 in | 545 lb | $4,795 |
| PPC-60 | 60 HP | 240V 1Ø | 240V 3Ø | 250 A | 50 HP | 40×26×24 in | 780 lb | $6,495 |
Patented auto-shutoff controller. Converter powers fully off between jobs and back on in <1 second when load returns. Available on every model above.
Staged 2-idler configuration. Roughly 50% less inrush current. Available on PPC-30, PPC-40, and PPC-60.
Every model ships with NEMA 4 enclosure and TEFC cast-iron idler as standard — not an upgrade. Plus UL-listed components, 5-year warranty, 1 year of one-on-one phone support, and free phone sizing. Not sure which fits? Call 800-417-6568 or get a guided quote.
A sample of the 40,000+ machine shops, fabricators, dairies, and home machinists running on Phoenix.
"I ran a 15 HP Bridgeport and a Hardinge lathe on the same Phoenix unit for two years straight. NEMA 4 cabinet sits right outside in the lean-to and laughs at the rain. Glen sized it over the phone in five minutes."
"We added an AutoStart on our last upgrade. The Haas mini-mill, the air compressor, and a 200-amp MIG welder run on it for 18 months without a hiccup. It shuts off completely when we're not cutting — power bill dropped, and it pays the unit off."
"I'm a one-man shop. I run a 7.5 HP lathe, a small CNC router, and a welder off this thing. Talked to the same guy who built it. That's worth a lot."
Most shops do great with the Standard rotary — same industrial chassis, simple, bulletproof. Pick AutoStart if your machines sit idle most of the workday — the converter shuts fully off between jobs and back on in under a second, so you stop paying to spin it. Pick DualZone when your single-phase service is tight and a single big converter would trip your breaker on startup. Tell us your nameplate and your service size — we'll tell you which fits.
Look at the nameplate of your largest motor. Add 50% headroom for hard-starting loads (compressors, large mills). Most shops are best served by a 20 HP unit; one-man home shops typically run a 10 HP. If you're unsure, call us with the nameplate — we'll size it correctly the first time at no charge.
Yes. Phoenix's Precision Balanced output stays within 3% leg-to-leg under load, which is well inside the tolerance window for Haas, Tormach, Bridgeport, Mazak, Fanuc, Siemens, and every modern VFD we've tested. We confirm compatibility for your specific machine before shipping.
Standard install: a single-phase breaker (typically 50A or 60A) feeds the Phoenix input; a three-phase output feeds your machine or sub-panel. We include a wiring diagram with every unit. Most shops have an electrician do the install in 2–3 hours. We'll send the diagram to them in advance if you want.
Stock units (5 HP through 30 HP) ship within 5–7 business days via freight, liftgate to your shop included. Larger units (40 HP, 60 HP) ship in 2–3 weeks. We text you a tracking number and the driver's ETA the morning of delivery.
All electrical components, the controller, and the idler motor — for 5 years from ship date. If a covered part fails, we ship a replacement next-day air at our cost. Wear items (contactors, fuses) are covered for 1 year. Full warranty terms are on the back of every invoice.
Every unit comes with 1 full year of one-on-one phone support — you call 800-417-6568 and talk directly to the engineer who hand-built and load-tested your converter. Wiring questions, sizing changes, troubleshooting a tripped contactor, adding a second machine — we'll walk you through it. No tickets, no call centers, no chatbots. After year one, we still pick up the phone — the warranty support is just no longer free.
Most rotary converters ship in indoor-rated cabinets with open-frame motors and call it good. Phoenix ships every unit with a NEMA 4 weather-resistant enclosure and a TEFC cast-iron idler as standard, plus a 5-year warranty, 1 year of one-on-one phone support, and direct access to the engineer who built your unit. We're family-owned since 2003 — two generations and 60+ years of phase-converter experience. AutoStart and DualZone are patented Phoenix configurations — you won't find them anywhere else. Compare side-by-side and give us a call if you want a candid pros/cons rundown.
NEMA 4 means the enclosure is sealed against rain, sleet, ice formation, splashing water, and hose-directed washdown — you can mount a Phoenix unit in a barn, lean-to, outdoor compressor pad, or wash bay. TEFC cast-iron means the idler motor is totally enclosed (no internal airflow) with a heavy cast-iron frame — sawdust, metal chips, dairy spray, and humidity stay out of the windings and bearings. Together they're why our warranty claim rate is under 1%.
Tell us your machine's nameplate. We'll call back the same business day with a sized unit, a wiring diagram, and a price.
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