Originally Posted by
grant15clone
Hi everyone. I was asked a question that I need some help on.
Someone asked me about a Singer 411G (Made in Germany). They want to convert it to be able to use in the USA. It currently has a 220 volt motor in it. He has a power converter for it but he doesn't like it.
My question- Would a motor from a US built 400 series machine fit in his 411G, housing extension and all? Would it be a direct bolt in swap? Also, are the electrical connections compatible?
Thank you in advance,
~Grant~
Hello,
It would be a direct bolt in swap on the motor for sure if you take it from another 411. Unsure of how a 220v foot pedal will do on 110v, and light bulb would need to be replaced, but wiring / cables are ok.
I understand that Singer still can provide you with some sort of list of compatible motors. They would also be able to tell you if you need a 110v foot pedal or if internals are the same on 220 / 110.
I came across this related blogpost:
http://witsend2.blogspot.no/2013/08/...31g-story.html
Motor on 411 is called "PA gear drive", and is also used in 301A, 404, "and other 400 & 700 m/cs". (
http://www.singersewinginfo.co.uk/motors/). I bet Singer could provide info on bolt in swaps from models other than 411.
