Three Phase General Purpose Motor Workhorse Half horsepower 56 Frame Dual Voltage 230 And 460 Volt AC 1155 Nameplate RPM Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled TEFC Rigid Base Mount Industrial Grade
✔️ 1/2 HP, 56 frame, 230/460V AC, 60/50 Hz, TEFC, rigid base, single unit
General purpose three‑phase motor with a totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) enclosure designed for continuous duty in industrial environments. This 56-frame unit is commonly used on conveyors, pumps, fans, and other general machinery where durable mounting and reliable operation matter.
✅ 1/2 HP rating for small drive loads
✅ Frame 56 for compact installations
✅ Dual voltage 230/460V AC, 3‑phase operation
✅ TEFC enclosure protects windings in dirty or humid spaces
✅ Rigid base mounting for secure, easy installation
✅ CW/CCW rotation with nameplate RPM 1155
✅ Service Factor 1.25 and Insulation Class F for reliability
✅ Nominal efficiency around 77% for cost-effective operation
💡 What is a 1/2 HP three-phase TEFC motor used for in general industrial settings?
This handy motor is built for general drive tasks across a range of plant equipment.
- Conveyors, pumps, and fans in manufacturing or processing lines- Small machines requiring reliable continuous duty in tough shop areas
- Installations with dual voltage 230/460V and rigid base mounting