Overview
The North American Electric PE326T-50-4C is a Heavy Duty Cast Iron Crusher Duty Design C 3-Phase Motor engineered for demanding industrial applications requiring high starting torque. Operating at 50 HP on 208-230/460V three-phase power, this Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) motor features a robust 326T frame and delivers 1800 RPM in continuous duty service. Built for crusher, conveyor, and heavy industrial applications where high inrush torque and reliable operation are critical, this motor carries NEMA Design C performance characteristics and is rated IP55 for dust and water resistance.
Key Features
- Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) — IP55 rated for dust and moisture protection
- NEMA Design C High Torque — ideal for crusher, conveyor, and hard-to-start loads
- Inverter Duty rated: 20:1 VT / 10:1 CT (1–300 HP); 10:1 VT / 5:1 CT (250–600 HP)
- 1.15 Service Factor at 60 Hz; 1.0 Service Factor at 50 Hz; suitable for 575V at 1.0 SF
- Class F Insulation System with Class B temperature rise at full load
- Class H Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI) resin for all windings
- Sealed bearings through 215T frame; regreasable open bearings 254T and above
- Insulated bearing on ODE available on 444T and above
- Dual voltage ratings suitable for part wind start on lower voltage
- Single voltage (460V) ratings suitable for part wind start
- Feet dual drilled for mounting flexibility
- F1/F2 reversible rotation
- Windings rated for 2200V peak voltage spikes
- Stainless steel nameplate and zinc plate hardware
- Corrosion-resistant epoxy paint
- Condensation drains with plugs
- Lifting provision included
- 40°C ambient, continuous duty rated
- Cast iron construction for maximum rigidity and heat dissipation
Specifications
| Manufacturer | North American Electric |
|---|---|
| Model Number | PE326T-50-4C |
| Horsepower | 50 HP |
| Voltage | 208-230/460V |
| Phase | 3-Phase |
| Speed | 1800 RPM |
| Frame | 326T (NEWT) |
| Enclosure | TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled) |
| NEMA Design | Design C — High Torque |
| Insulation Class | Class F |
| Temperature Rise | Class B at Full Load |
| Winding Resin | Class H VPI (Vacuum Pressure Impregnation) |
| Service Factor (60 Hz) | 1.15 |
| Service Factor (50 Hz) | 1.0 |
| Ambient Temperature | 40°C Continuous Duty |
| Protection Rating | IP55 |
| Inverter Duty | 20:1 VT / 10:1 CT (1–300 HP) |
| Peak Voltage Spike Rating | 2200V |
| Mounting | Dual Drilled Feet (F1/F2 Reversible) |
| Construction | Heavy Duty Cast Iron |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Unit of Measure | Each (EA) |


