Capacitor Start General Purpose Motor Half Horsepower Single Phase 115 and 230 Volt 56 Frame 1140 RPM 60 Hz Service Factor 1.15 Durable for DIY Projects, Home Shop, and Light Industrial Use

Capacitor-Start 1/2 HP Single-Phase Motor, 56 Frame, 1x Unit
✔️ 1/2 HP, capacitor-start, 115/230V, 56C frame, 1140 RPM, 60 Hz

This general purpose motor is a capacitor-start, single-phase drive designed for DIY projects, home shop setups, and light industrial equipment. It delivers reliable starting torque and smooth 60 Hz operation, with a 56 frame and 1/2 HP rating.

✅ 1/2 HP general purpose motor with capacitor-start design
✅ Single-phase 115/230V AC operation at 60 Hz
✅ 56C frame size; 1140 RPM nameplate speed
✅ Full load amps 9.4 A at 115V / 4.7 A at 230V
✅ Service factor 1.15; continuous duty
✅ TEFC enclosure, rigid base mounting; CW/CCW shaft rotation

💡 What is a general purpose capacitor-start motor used for in typical machinery?
- Handy for DIY projects and home shop setups
- Provides strong starting torque for belt-driven tools
- Works with 115/230V 60 Hz systems and 1/2 HP rating
- Durable TEFC enclosure and rigid base for easy mounting