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Baldor Electric VM3537 AC motor, steel frame, C-face mount, grey finish

Baldor Electric

Baldor Electric VM3537 AC Motor 1/2 HP 3450 RPM 56C Face

SKU CH-2ME8-M5ADD

A three-phase, totally enclosed fan-cooled AC motor delivers 1/2 HP at 3450 RPM with a 56C face mount for direct coupling

  • Product weight19.35
  • Product typeClosed Base
  • Main materialHAWA
  • Three-phase power delivers balanced, efficient operation
  • TEFC enclosure protects windings from dust and moisture
  • 1/2 HP at 3450 RPM suits high-speed fan duty
  • 56C face mount simplifies direct coupling to equipment
  • 68 % nominal efficiency reduces running costs

Motor overview

The Baldor Electric VM3537 is a three-phase AC motor rated at 1/2 HP with a nameplate speed of 3450 RPM. It uses a TEFC enclosure and a 56C face mounting for direct coupling to driven equipment. The steel frame carries Class B insulation and a 1.25 service factor for continuous duty at 60 Hz.

Best fit and limits

This unit suits industrial machinery that requires a 56C face mount and operates on 230/460 V three-phase supply. It is not suited for single-phase installations, applications needing built-in thermal protection, or environments above 40 °C ambient temperature.

Pre-installation checks

Verify that your power supply delivers 230/460 V three-phase at 60 Hz and that the driven load matches the 2.0/1.0 A full-load current rating. Confirm the 56C face bolt pattern aligns with your mounting surface and that the shaft rotation direction meets the application requirement.

How it compares

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Price $391.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 473 comparable items (median $38.99).

Specifications

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

Questions about this item

What three-phase voltage supply must I already have for the 230/460V AC motor?

The motor runs on 230 V or 460 V three-phase AC at 60 Hz, so your site must provide one of those supplies with the matching phase configuration.

Will the 56C face mount align with the C-face flange on my existing gearbox?

Yes, the 56C frame with C-face mounting bolts directly to any standard NEMA 56C flange, so your current gearbox or pump will accept it without adapters.

How can I confirm the motor is delivering its rated 1/2 HP at 3450 RPM after wiring it up?

Measure line current at full load; it should read approximately 2.0 A on 230 V or 1.0 A on 460 V, and the shaft should turn clockwise or counter-clockwise at the nameplate speed of 3450 RPM.

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