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BALDOR MOTOR

Baldor Motor is a global supplier of efficient electric motors. In the past, the brand has been referred to as Reliance Electric, Baldor Reliance Motors, Baldor Industrial Motor and Baldor, but now, it goes by the name 'ABB Baldor'. The company is headquartered in Fort Smith, Arkansas 72901, USA and supplies various DC / AC motors for applications in the wastewater, manufacturing and food & beverage industries. Read More

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Definite Purpose AC MotorsView all

  • 50 Hz Motors

    Capacitor-start & single- / three-phase motors specifically designed for 50 Hz applications in conveyors, blowers, pumps & air compressors. Feature Class B / F insulation to withstand temperatures up to 155 degrees C and are available in voltages ranging between 110 and 400 V

  • Cooling Tower Motors

    Designed for environments with high humidity; can operate at optimal system efficiency with variable speed control. Feature Inpro / Seal combination slingers and labyrinth non-contact shaft seals for protection against contaminants. Available in F1 and foot mounting types

  • Definite Purpose Motors

    Baldor-Reliance industrial motors designed to meet or exceed NEMA standards and ensure optimal operation in harsh industrial environments. Include two speed, pressure washer, arbor saw, woodworking, Pre-1952 NEMA, U-frame, automotive duty and synchronous permanent magnet motors

  • Farm Duty Motors

    Feature a lip seal and V-ring slinger on the drive end for protection against contaminants and Class B / F / H insulation system to keep motor cool. Available in different break-down torque ratings and frames

  • Hazardous Location Motors

    Designed to operate safely in hazardous environments in chemical, oil and gas, water and paper industries. Have a cast-iron construction and available in a totally enclosed heavy gauge steel

  • Vector Motors

    Offer maximum breakaway torque possible at zero speed and are ideal for precise positioning, conveyors and batch mixing / blending in food and beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Available in TEFC, TEBC, DPFV and TENV enclosures

  • Washdown Motor

    Baldor washdown duty motors are designed to handle pressurised washdowns and harsh cleaning agents on a regular basis in food & beverage processing, medical, pharmaceutical and packaging industries. These high-performance motors feature an improved paint system for rust resistance and customer-friendly drain plugs & shaft seals to prevent the ingress of moisture inside the chamber. The Baldor totally enclosed motors are offered in 1-phase and 3-phase designs and have 300 Series stainless-steel rugged construction for structural rigidity and moisture sealant on bolt heads & between frame and endplates to block the circulation of processing fluid & dust through the system. To provide 100 times more resistance to rising temperatures, the brand's paint-free, C-Face washdown motors feature patented moisture-resistant ISR (Inverter Spike Resistant) magnet wire along with permanently sealed ball bearings with water-resistant grease for aiding corrosive operations. These motors also comprise thermal resistant neoprene gaskets for cushioning & protection; and rotating non-contact labyrinth seal on the output shaft extension and contact lip seals on the fan shaft extension for frictionless working.

HVAC MotorsView all

  • Condenser Fan Motors

    Blower / condenser fan & HVAC motors for use in refrigeration condenser units, commercial freezers and air conditioners. Feature an enclosed end shield on shaft-end to prevent contaminants from entering the motor and high starting torque for optimal performance

  • Direct Drive Blower Motors

    Class B and Class F insulation direct drive blower motors suitable for HVAC repair and maintenance operations. Have a maximum breakdown torque of 15.2 lb-ft and are available in different no-load currents and hp ratings

  • Evaporative Cooler Motors
  • Pedestal Fan Motors

    Includes 4-, 6- and 8-pole pedestal fan motors suitable for continuous air-over applications with moderate starting loads. Feature a heavy gauge steel yoke, aluminium endplates, reversible rotation and Class B / F insulation. Available in different ampere and breakdown torque ratings

Pump MotorsView all

  • Close-Coupled Pump Motors

    Ideal for commercial & industrial water pumps & food processing applications. Feature oversized ball bearings with a locked drive end for enhanced safety and TENV / TEFC enclosures to prevent the exchange of air. Available in a voltage range between 115 and 575 V

  • Jet Pump Motors

    Intended for pumping applications in wet or humid environments. Feature a steel frame construction and aluminium end plates with steel bearing seat inserts for reliability

  • Vertical Pump Motors

    Designed for use in fans, aerators, in-line process pumps, centrifugal pumps, sump pumps and turbine pumps. Have a maximum speed of 5400 rpm and feature a cast iron frame construction, rotatable conduit boxes, energy efficient windings and stainless-steel nameplates

General Purpose AC MotorsView all

  • AC Motors

    IEC frame, servo, general-purpose and severe duty motors with single / three phase motors designs. Conform to EPACT & energy-efficient standards for use in blowers, pumps, conveyors & other industrial machinery. Available in voltages ranging between 115 and 460 V

  • Brake Motors

    60 Hz, heavy-duty brake motors designed for applications that need quick response holding & breaking. Feature a spike resistant insulation system that reduces degradation of motors facing transient voltage spikes. Available in single- & three-phase variants & voltages ranging between 115 and 575 V

  • Metric Three Phase Motors

    Includes UL and CSA recognised Baldor electric motors for application where IEC frames are required. Used in ventilators, machine tools, gear reducers, pumps and fans, and available in different rpm and hp options

DC MotorsView all

  • DC Permanent Magnet Motors

    Ideal for applications requiring variable speed and constant torque. Feature a heavy-duty steel frame, a removable mounting base, durable brushes, Class F insulation, ceramic ferrite magnets, double-sealed ball bearings and die-cast alloy endplates with steel bearing inserts

  • General Purpose DC Motors

    Baldor Motors ideal for smooth and vibration-free operation in plastic, printing and packaging industries. Available in machined die cast aluminium or steel housing

About Baldor Motor

The company offers more than 10000 different motors, drives and gearboxes. A wide range of Baldor electric motors, like washdown duty, severe duty, general purpose, farm duty, jet pump & condenser fan motors, is sold by Raptor Supplies. The brand's general purpose, totally enclosed 3 phase motors are used in pumps, fans, blowers, compressors and conveyors. These Baldor motors run at speeds ranging from 835 to 3600 rpm and allow foot / footless / C face mounting for easy & secure installation. These 3 phase Baldor motors feature frames made of iron / cast iron / steel to ensure structural rigidity and resisting corrosion on exposed surfaces. They have a maximum efficiency of 96.2%, and can be operated at temperatures up to 103 degrees C. Permanent magnet DC motors manufactured by Baldor Motor are used in automobiles for operating washers & windshield wipers or driving blowers in air conditioners & heaters. These Baldors motors feature a heavy duty steel frame to provide resistance from corrosion and harsh operating conditions and a dynamically balanced armature for generating a continuous duty magnetic field. The commutator of these Baldor motors is fused with the armature connections to provide low resistance to the current flow, thereby reducing hysteresis loss. Baldor direct current permanent magnet motors also come equipped with fine ceramic ferrite magnets to eliminate the occurrence of demagnetisation and double seal ball bearings for holding axial and radial loads in both CW and CCW directions. Customers looking to replace an old Baldor motor should look for the catalogue number / spec number / part number displayed on the motor faceplate and cross-refer with current models.

Things to Consider

Cross-Reference Alternatives

Some Baldor motors cross individual references to the equivalent Marathon Motors or Leeson model numbers. So, if you're looking for a competitor motor that is either out of stock or obsolete, chances are Raptor Supplies has the equivalent Baldor motor available.

Shipping

These Baldor Motors range from small to large sizes. They may require careful packaging as some of the items may get damaged while shipping. Hence, these Baldor Motors are delivered by courier shipment and air freight for minimum downtime.

Major Trade Names

EC Titanium Motors

EC Titanium motors are highly efficient integrated motors that combine permanent magnet and synchronous reluctance technologies for a wirelessly connected, sustainable solution. These Baldor motors ar...Read more 

Super-E Motors

Baldor Super-E motors are suitable for proper motor grounding to prevent premature bearing failure, which may result in facility downtime and high maintenance costs. These Baldor motors are used in fa...Read more 

SmartMotors

Baldor SmartMotors are a combination of an industrial motor and inverter control that are very simple and fast to install. These Baldor motors feature a patented TEFC enclosure to provide cooling of m...Read more 

Baldor Motor Competitive Advantages

ABB Ability Smart Sensors for Hazardous Areas

The high-performance ABB Ability smart sensors are designed for monitoring the health and performance of rotating machines operating in hazardous areas. These sensors help in detecting even the slightest machine disturbances at a very early stage to improve productivity, reliability & safety, and are IECEx, ATEX & NEC 500 certified. They provide up to three times longer battery life than most competing designs and offer quick installation & activation for instant monitoring. The data collected by these sensors gets analysed by the brand's advanced algorithms and turned into meaningful information on which users can act upon, which helps in extending the equipment service life, reducing maintenance costs & preventing accidental downtime due to breakdowns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Baldor motor used for?

Baldor motors are commonly used for pumps, conveyors, fans and air handling equipment.

What to consider while purchasing a motor?

There are several factors that you need to consider while selecting a motor -

  • Current is what powers the motor, but excessive current can damage the motor. For DC motors, stall and operating current are important. Stall current applies sufficient torque for the motor to run either at stall speed or 0 RPM. This is the maximum amount of current the motor can draw. Operating current is the average amount of current, motors are expected to draw under specific torque. Overcurrent may lead to shoot up in heat, resulting in wire melting.
  • Voltage is important as it keeps net current flowing in a single direction and overcomes back current. The higher the voltage, the higher the torque. Make sure that the recommended voltage is applied. If you apply very low voltage, the motor will not work, while applying too much voltage can lead to short circuiting and consequently result in power loss or complete failure.
  • Operating torque is the amount of torque the motor was calibrated to produce while stall torque is the amount of torque generated when power is applied from stall speed. You must look at the required operating torque, but some applications may require you to know how far the motor can be pushed. For example, with a wheeled robot, good torque means good acceleration but you should make sure the stall torque is high enough to lift the weight of the robot. In this case, torque is more important than speed.
  • Velocity or speed can be complex in regards to motors. Generally, motors run most smoothly & efficiently at the highest speeds, but it is not always possible if gearing is needed. Adding gears will reduce the motor efficiency, so take into account both the speed and torque reduction simultaneously.

What general safety instructions should be followed while operating Baldor motors?

  • Avoid overtightening of belts as this may cause shaft breakage or premature bearing failure.
  • Allow clearance for end to end shaft movement.
  • Direct coupled machines should be precisely aligned and the shaft should rotate smoothly without any binding.