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Grey steel industrial motor with C-face mounting and cooling fins

Baldor Electric

Baldor Electric VEM3546 1 HP 1760 RPM 56C Face Motor

SKU CH-FX5A-Q3GTM

A three-phase, totally enclosed fan-cooled motor delivering 1 HP at 1760 RPM with a 56C face mount and 85.5 percent nominal efficiency

  • Product weight35.5
  • Product typeClosed Base
  • Main materialHAWA
  • Delivers 1 HP at 1760 RPM for steady three-phase power
  • TEFC enclosure protects windings from dust and moisture in harsh settings
  • 5 % nominal efficiency lowers energy cost during continuous duty
  • C-face 56C mounting bolts directly to driven equipment without adapters
  • 15 service factor handles intermittent overload without tripping

Industrial Three-Phase Motor

The Baldor Electric VEM3546 is a 1 HP three-phase AC motor built for continuous duty in industrial environments. Its totally enclosed fan cooled design protects internal components from dust and moisture. The 56C face mounting allows direct coupling to gearboxes or pumps. It operates on 208-230/460V AC at 60 Hz.

Replaces Open Motors in Dirty Settings

This unit upgrades from open drip-proof motors when the installation area contains airborne contaminants or moisture. The steel frame and Class F insulation withstand a maximum ambient temperature of 40 degrees Celsius. A service factor of 1.15 provides a margin for occasional overload. Nominal efficiency reaches 85.5 percent at full load.

Suits Conveyor and Pump Builders

The motor fits equipment builders who need a C-face mount and dual-voltage flexibility for North American supplies. Ball bearings support radial loads in belt-driven applications. Buyers requiring integrated thermal protection or a different frame size should look at alternative models. The motor carries CSA and UR certifications.

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Price $704.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBALDOR ELECTRIC
Product typeClosed Base
Size & build
Main materialHAWA

Questions about this item

Does the 56C frame and C-face mounting match my existing pump bracket?

The motor uses a 56C frame with C-face mounting, steel frame material, and a closed base; verify your bracket bolt pattern matches the NEMA 56C standard before ordering.

What wiring steps are required for the dual-voltage 208-230/460 V three-phase supply?

Configure the nine-lead terminal block for either low-voltage 208-230 V or high-voltage 460 V operation per the nameplate diagram, confirm rotation direction, and connect to a three-phase starter with overload protection.

How often should the ball bearings be re-lubricated given the 40 °C max ambient rating?

Follow Baldor's re-greasing schedule for 56-frame TEFC motors running continuously at 40 °C ambient; use the specified lithium-complex grease and interval for your duty cycle.

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