Motor Selection Guide

Voltage: AC or DC voltage? What voltage do you need your motor to run at?

Frequency: 50Hz? 60Hz? or both?

Current: Does the current draw need to be under a certain value?

Control: Variable Speeds? What type of control will you need?

Ingress Protection (IP): Will your motor need protection against the elements? Dust / Water / etc.?

Temperature: Ambient temperature of the applications environment? Do you need to touch the motor?

Weight: Are there any weight restrictions within your application?

Life Expectancy: How long will you need your motor to operate for? Does the application allow for maintenance to be carried out?

Noise: Is noise an important factor in your application?

Efficiency: Importance of your motors efficiency?

Speed (RPM): High or Low speed? Continuous or varying?

Power (W / HP): Watt / Horsepower requirements? Amperage limitations if using a control?

Torque (Nm / in-lb): High start or Stall Torque? Running torque Requirements?

Duty Cycle: Operating continuously or in short bursts with time to cool down in between?

Mounting Orientation: How does the motor need to be mounted to the application?

Overhung and Size Loads: Does the application have additional loads (radial or axial) putting stress on the motor?

Package Size: Is there a size restriction within your application?

Lubrication: Grease or oil required? High or low temp lubrication?

Agency Approvals: Agency approvals that your application must meet? UL, CE, RoHS, CSA or others?