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WEG .5018OT3E56-S is a 0.5 horsepower, 1800 RPM, three-phase AC motor with an open drip-proof (ODP) enclosure and NEMA Premium (IE3) efficiency. This rolled steel frame motor features a NEMA 56 frame, 208-230/460V dual voltage rating, and 60 Hz operation. It is designed for general-purpose industrial applications requiring reliable performance and energy savings.

MODEL .5018OT3E56-S

BRAND

WEG

SKU

2545041

WEIGHT

22.000 lb

UOM

each

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$292.96 Each

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Enclosure

ODP

Frame

0.5

Phase

RPM

1700 - 1800

Voltage

208-230/460

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Output HP	Frame	Full Load Amps	Locked rotor current (II/In)	Locked Rotor Torque	Break Down Torque
0.5 HP	56	1.90-1.72/0.861 A	7.2	240 %	330 %

Efficiency (%)			Power factor (%)			Service Factor	Inertia	L.R. Time	Weight
50	75	100	50	75	100	Service Factor	Inertia	L.R. Time	Weight
70.0	75.5	78.2	0.47	0.60	0.69	1.25	0.05838 sq.ft.lb	27 s	20 lb

Electric Motors
: Fractional Motors
: Three Phase: W01 (Rolled Steel) - ODP - Premium Efficiency (DOE)

Catalog Number: .5018OT3E56-S
WEG id: 12809206

Description
Presenting a whole new electrical and mechanical design, the new platform of Rolled Steel motors are made to run cooler, last longer and to be easier to install and maintain. The Premium Efficiency on NEMA two digit motors meet or exceed the directive from the US Department of Energy for efficiency (10 CFR Part 31). These Open Drip Proof (ODP) motors are designed for environments where dirt and moisture are minimal.

Features that make a difference

DOE 10 CFR part 31 rule compliant
New ventilation system for improved thermal performance
Option for internal AEGIS SGR
Color coded/numbered leads as standard for easy wiring
Bearing cap as standard on flanged motors, optional on non-flanged
Motor frame painting system 500 hours minimum ASTM B117 salt spray test
Suitable for VFD operation as per NEMA MG1 part 31.4.4.2

Motor HP rating		<1HP	≥1HP
Torque	Pole	Turndown ratio
Constant	2	5:1	3:1
Constant	4 & 6	5:1	5:1
Variable	All	1000:1	1000:1

Standard Features
- Rated Output: 0.25 to 3 HP
- Number of Poles: 2 to 6
- Class F insulation (B temperature rise)
- Frame Sizes: NEMA 56 and 56H
- Rated voltage: 208-230/460 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz (dual rated 50 Hz 190-220/380-415V)
- IP21 enclosure
- F1 foot mount as standard
- Aluminum endshields and flange
- Internal bolts, giving a clean surface to the motor, avoiding trapping materials and allowing easy paint job after assembly to the load, if required
- Double shielded ball bearings
- Ambient temperature: -20 °C to +40 °C
- 1040/45 carbon steel shaft

Optional Features - Call Dealers for information on price and availability of optional features
- F2 and F3 mount, C-face, Footless
- Enclosure: ODPAO
- Voltage: 575V, 200/400V and others (no 50Hz rating)
- Double sealed ball bearings and/or bearing cap
- Drip cover
- Internal Aegis SGR

Applications
- Pumps
- Compressors
- Fans
- Machine Tools
- Other general purpose

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