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May 1st, 2011 at 12:03pm
 
Hope this isn't in the wrong place. I noticed that a thread about shop lighting was moved here, so I decided to start my question here.

My question is, what is the best way to control two circuits with one switch? I'd like to have the vac turn on when the lathe turns on, but have them on separate breakers.

How have others accomplished this?

Could I use a 220 switch, with one 110 circuit switched on each side? Are those switches isolated like that? I'm ok with having both circuits breaker handles tied together, so that if one trips, they both trip.

Would it be possible to use a relay to turn on a second circuit when the first circuit was switched on?

What about something like X10? I know it can be expensive to do a whole caboodle of them, but could I possibly use a couple X10 components to do what I'm trying to do?



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Reply #1 - May 1st, 2011 at 4:48pm
 
I'm not an electrician, but I think using the "220 switch" (a double pole-single throw) could work, but it might not be allowed by the NEC. The X-10 approach would also probably work, but based on my experience with X-10 stuff several years ago, I'm not sure I'd trust it to work 100% of the time. I think the relay approach would be the way I'd go.

Take that all with a big grain of salt, though. I know just enough about line voltage circuits to keep from burning the place down. (Most of the time.)   Wink  I used to do all sorts of non-code wiring back in my traveling band days...only started one fire, and it went out as soon as I ran to the other end of the building and killed the power.   Grin
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Reply #2 - May 1st, 2011 at 5:50pm
 
Circuit breakers are not designed to be used as on off switches in general use.  Why do they have to be on separate circuits?  There are sensor switches that will turn on one side when it senses power flow on the second side.  I've used one like this one from Multimedia File Viewing and Clickable Links are available for Registered Members only!!  You need to Login or Register with routers and lathe.

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Reply #3 - May 1st, 2011 at 6:35pm
 
or go with a Multimedia File Viewing and Clickable Links are available for Registered Members only!!  You need to Login or Register switch for the shop vac.

if you scroll down, WC has lots of other ideas, including Jim's outlet switch.
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Reply #4 - May 1st, 2011 at 7:53pm
 
JimQuarles wrote on May 1st, 2011 at 5:50pm:
Circuit breakers are not designed to be used as on off switches in general use.  Why do they have to be on separate circuits?  There are sensor switches that will turn on one side when it senses power flow on the second side.  I've used one like this one from Multimedia File Viewing and Clickable Links are available for Registered Members only!!  You need to Login or Register with routers and lathe.


He wasn't talking about using the breaker as a switch...just talking about putting the two circuits on separate sides of the breaker, so if one trips, the other one does, too. I suspect he needs the two tools on separate circuits to avoid tripping the current 110v breaker. Wink
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Reply #5 - May 2nd, 2011 at 6:37am
 
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I suspect he needs the two tools on separate circuits to avoid tripping the current 110v breaker.


Hmm, I'm REALLY confused now.  MIKE! - Can you clarify?
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Reply #6 - May 2nd, 2011 at 8:30am
 
Okay, if you really need two tools on two different circuits, the best way to accomplish this is with a 2 pole contactor.  This device will have a control coil which is switched on and off and opens / closes contacts (the circuits you want to control).
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Reply #7 - May 2nd, 2011 at 4:06pm
 
Vaughn's got it. Two devices max a single circuit, so they each need their own, but I want them on a single switch.

I like the idea of a remote for the vac.
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Reply #8 - May 2nd, 2011 at 4:28pm
 
This is the Multimedia File Viewing and Clickable Links are available for Registered Members only!!  You need to Login or Register what I use for my shop vac.  I have been using it for 2 1/2 years.  It is a lot less than the ones WC sells for DC units that require a higher amperage switch.

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Reply #9 - May 2nd, 2011 at 6:16pm
 
Can I get two, and set them so that one remote can trigger two switches simultaneously?

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Reply #10 - May 2nd, 2011 at 6:45pm
 
They aren't rated high enough to handle a motor.

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Reply #11 - May 2nd, 2011 at 7:43pm
 
Can I wire a DPST 220v switch with one circuit on each side? Is it hazardous for some reason?

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Reply #12 - May 2nd, 2011 at 7:52pm
 
I wouldn't.  I would just operate the vac from the remote.  Besides, I don't run it every time the lathe is running.  Usually just when sanding.  And the lathe isn't running when I am cleaning up.

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Reply #13 - May 2nd, 2011 at 11:09pm
 
Mike Oyama wrote on May 2nd, 2011 at 7:43pm:
Can I wire a DPST 220v switch with one circuit on each side? Is it hazardous for some reason?

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I believe it would work functionally, but I suspect it'd probably be against all sorts of electrical codes. (Don't know that for certain, though.)

But Jim raises a good point. Do you really want your vac running every time the lathe is on? And vice versa? How about building an auxiliary switch for the vac and mounting it on or near your lathe bench? It could be something like Multimedia File Viewing and Clickable Links are available for Registered Members only!!  You need to Login or Register, or for just a few bucks you could put together something made from a wall switch, an outlet, and a duplex box.
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Reply #14 - May 3rd, 2011 at 1:09am
 
I would suggest a deep, two gang wire mold extension box.  Put 2 spst switches rated at 20 amps each.  A single circuit each.  If it means 220 in the box this is ok.  But please keep it organized for next guy who comes along.  You know...labeling circuits.  Then lathe and vac can easily be controled indepent or togeather.
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