i saw a wood working machinary that had 4 MOTORS on it. On the name plate of each motor it was STAMPED 2 POLE however on the body of the motor it clearly said 3 phase iduction motor. And it had 3 leads going to the motor housing.
My question is what does that 2pole refer to?

Number of phases? I dont think so.

Number of poles inside???????

Thanks
edward

Thanks
Edward