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Dayton capacitor-start motor with cradle base and fan-cooled enclosure

Dayton

Dayton 5PHA7A Capacitor-Start Motor 3/4 hp 115/230V 450 RPM

SKU CH-8B2X-BEFRY

Single-phase capacitor-start motor delivers 3/4 hp at 450 RPM on 115/230V AC with auto thermal protection and reversible rotation

  • Product typeClosed Base
  • 3/4 hp capacitor-start torque for reliable single-phase starting
  • Dual 115/230 V operation fits standard shop wiring
  • 450 RPM output suits low-speed drive requirements
  • Totally enclosed fan-cooled frame runs continuously at 40 °C ambient
  • Auto thermal protection and reversible CW/CCW rotation simplify installation

3/4 hp Capacitor-Start Motor

The Dayton 5PHA7A is a single-phase capacitor-start motor rated at 3/4 hp with a nameplate speed of 450 RPM. It operates on dual-voltage 115/230V AC at 60 Hz and draws 10.1 or 5.1 amps at full load. The 56 frame size and keyed shaft suit general-purpose industrial machinery requiring constant torque.

Replaces worn single-speed motors

This unit serves as a direct replacement for failed capacitor-start motors in pumps, compressors, or conveyors where a 56 frame and 450 RPM output match the original specification. The jump is worth it when the existing motor shows insulation breakdown, bearing noise, or thermal-tripping under continuous duty at 40 degrees C ambient.

Cradle-base mounting simplifies installation

The cradle base allows all-angle mounting without shims, and the reversible CW/CCW rotation is set by swapping two leads inside the terminal box. Auto thermal protection resets itself after cooling, but miswiring the dual-voltage links or neglecting the start capacitor are the common errors that prevent the motor from reaching full speed.

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Price $279.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameDAYTON
Product typeClosed Base

Questions about this item

What frame size and shaft design does the 5PHA7A motor use for mounting?

The motor uses a 56 frame with a keyed shaft for secure coupling to driven equipment.

How do I wire the dual-voltage motor for 115 V or 230 V operation?

Follow the wiring diagram on the nameplate to reconfigure the internal leads for the required 115 V or 230 V supply.

What ongoing maintenance does the totally enclosed fan-cooled design require?

Periodically clean the external cooling fins and verify the automatic thermal protection resets correctly after any overload event.

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