Product Details
The Metric (IEC) B3/B5 flange-mounted motor has a power rating of 5.5 HP and operates at 1180/975 RPM with a washdown (IP55) enclosure. It comes in a 132M frame, supporting 230/460V, 3-phase, and 60/50Hz power with nameplate amps of 17.6/8.8 and 20/10, making it suitable for continuous duty applications with a service factor of 1.15. This motor has no thermal protection and achieves an efficiency rating of 87.5 with a standard efficiency type, designed to operate in ambient temperatures up to 40°C and capable of reverse rotation. It meets North American performance standards and EPAct energy efficiency mandates. The motor is equipped with features that include B3/B5 flange mounting, typically making it ideal for replacements in machine tools, textile machinery, and other equipment requiring heavy-duty torque and performance with metric dimensions. Additionally, it adheres to international standards, featuring IP55 weatherproof enclosures, 60/50 Hz interchangeability (60Hz at 230/460 V and 50Hz at 200/400V), dual stamped nameplates, CE mark, and an F3 conduit box location.








