WEG Electric Motor, 2HP 56H Frame

The WEG 2 HP 56H Frame Electric Motor is a high-efficiency, industrial-grade motor engineered for reliable operation in demanding environments. Built to NEMA MG-1 standards, this motor features a TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled) enclosure, IP55 protection, and Class F insulation, ensuring long service life under continuous-duty operation. Designed for versatility, it supports both 115V and 230V applications and operates at a 60 Hz frequency, delivering a rated speed of 1745 RPM.

This motor is ideal for pumps, compressors, conveyors, fans, agricultural equipment, shop machinery, and general industrial use.

Country of Origin: Varies by production batch

Key Features / Specifications

• Model type: Standard industrial motor
• Output rating: 2 HP (1.5 kW)
• Frame size: 56H
• Voltage: 115/230V
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• Number of poles: 4
• Synchronous speed: 1800 RPM
• Rated speed: 1745 RPM
• Slip: 3.06%
• Mounting: Foot-mounted (F-1)
• Flange: None
• Terminal box position: Left side (viewed from shaft end)
• Rotation: Reversible (CW or CCW)
• Duty cycle: Continuous (S1)

Electrical Performance

• Rated current: 20.0A / 10.0A
• Locked rotor current: 160A / 80A
• Locked rotor torque: 260%
• Breakdown torque: 260%
• Locked rotor time: 10 sec (cold), 6 sec (hot)
• Service factor: 1.15
• Power factor:
  • 50% load: 0.66
  • 75% load: 0.76
  • 100% load: 0.82
• Efficiency:
  • 50% load: 70.0%
  • 75% load: 76.0%
  • 100% load: 78.5%

Mechanical Specifications

• Enclosure: IC411 – TEFC
• Protection rating: IP55
• Insulation class: F
• Frame material: Rolled steel
• Shaft material: SAE 1040/45 carbon steel
• Balancing method: 1/2 key
• Fan material: Plastic
• Fan cover: Steel
• Grounding lugs: Single
• Painting: RAL 3003 (C2 classification)
• Moment of inertia (J): 0.1614 sq.ft.lb
• Noise level: 54 dB(A) at 1 meter
• Approx. weight: 53.6 lbs

Environmental Conditions

• Ambient temperature range: –20°C to +40°C
• Altitude rating: Up to 1000 meters above sea level
• Drain: Automatic rubber drain

Ideal For

• Pumps, compressors, blowers, and fans
• Agricultural and industrial machinery
• Shop tools and equipment
• Conveyors, mixers, and manufacturing applications
• Any application requiring a reliable, continuous-duty 2 HP TEFC motor