Capacitor Start Washdown Motor One Half Horsepower 56C Frame Built For Heavy Duty Washdown 115 230V AC Single Phase 1740 RPM 60 Hz 3.5 A Full Load Amps Service Factor 1.25 Insulation Class F

Heavy-Duty 1/2 HP Capacitor-Start Washdown Motor, 56C
✔️ Single-phase 56C TEFC, 115/230V, 1740 RPM, 3.5 A, SF 1.25

This washdown-rated, capacitor-start motor is built for heavy-duty use in wet, sanitary environments such as food processing, beverage lines, and dairy systems.

✅ Capacitor-start single-phase design for reliable startup
✅ 56C frame, TEFC enclosure for splash resistance
✅ Voltage 115/230V, 60 Hz, 1740 RPM
✅ Full load amps 3.5 A, service factor 1.25
✅ Insulation Class F, max ambient 40°C, NEMA Design N
✅ Mounting: C-face, rigid base; shaft CW/CCW

💡 What is a capacitor-start washdown motor used for in sanitary manufacturing environments?

In brief, this handy motor is built for wet, clean settings where steady torque and easy cleaning matter.

• Ideal for conveyors, pumps, and mixers in food processing and beverage lines
• TEFC enclosure protects against splash and corrosion in washdown zones
• Operates on 115/230V, 60 Hz with continuous duty and SF 1.25
• Capacitor-start design provides strong starting torque for reliable startup