A variable frequency drive is an electronic device that allows you to start, stop, and control the speed of a three phase motor. It is also a motor starter as it is equipped with overload protection. Read more »
What is the difference between a 'new surplus' motor and a 'factory new' motor?
Our New Surplus electric motors and drives are new and unused overstock or discontinued items offered at lower prices and come with our 90-day warranty.
Factory New products are competitively priced and come with a manufacturers warranty.
Variable frequency drives (VFDs or inverters) now play an important part in major industry.
Within the last 10 years they have been perfected to control and vary the speed of 3 phase electric motors. They serve many purposes, besides speed control. Homeowners and hobbyist alike, who have lathes or milling machines with a 3 phase motor, usually don't have 3 phase power to operate. These VFDs (instead of using a rotary phase converter) can now be used to convert single phase power to 3 phase power. Read more »
Outstanding durability and performance ideal for hoists, cranes, conveyors, machine tools, speed reducers and other industrial applications where a quick stop and positive holding torque are necessary.
Output: 1.5 HP
RPM: 1200
Voltage: 208-230/460V @ 60Hz)
Full Load Amps: 5.3-4.8/2.4 A
Enclosure: TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled)
Frame: 182TC
Mounting: C-face w/ rigid base
Service Factor: 1.4
Power Factor: 68
NEMA Design: B
Efficiency: 87.5 (NEMA PREMIUM)
Shaft dimensions (dia x len): 1-1/8" x 2-2/4"
Factory New with manufacturer's warranty
Inverter Duty Rated: 10:1CT & 20:1VT
Protection Degree: IP55
High locked rotor and brake torque
VPI process applied for best electrical performance
DC Disc brake with 460V AC rectifier (230V AC rectifier available upon request)
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