Overview
The North American Electric PE256T-20-4C is a heavy duty cast iron crusher duty Design C 3-phase induction motor engineered for the toughest industrial drive applications. Rated at 20 HP with a 208-230/460V dual voltage configuration, this TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled) motor delivers NEMA Design C high-torque performance — essential for high-inertia loads such as crushers, compactors, conveyors, and pump drives. The 256T frame provides a robust, dual-drilled footing for flexible mounting, while IP55 protection and corrosion-resistant epoxy paint ensure long service life in harsh environments.
Features
- Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) — IP55 protection rating
- NEMA Design C — High Torque for high-inertia crusher duty applications
- Inverter Duty rated: 20:1 VT / 10:1 CT (1 HP to 300 HP range)
- Inverter Rated: 10:1 VT / 5:1 CT (250 HP to 600 HP range)
- 1.15 Service Factor @ 60 Hz; 1.0 Service Factor @ 50 Hz; suitable for 575V @ 1.0 SF
- Class F insulation system; Class B temperature rise at full load
- Class H Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI) resin for all windings
- Windings rated for 2200V peak voltage spikes
- Sealed bearings through 215T frame; regreasable open bearings 254T frame and above
- Insulated bearing on ODE available on 444T and above
- Feet are dual drilled for mounting flexibility
- Dual voltage ratings suitable for part wind start on lower voltage
- Single voltage (460V) ratings suitable for part wind start
- F1/F2 reversible rotation
- Corrosion-resistant epoxy paint
- Stainless steel nameplate and zinc plate hardware
- Lifting provision included
- Condensation drains with plugs
- 40°C ambient continuous duty rating
Specifications
| Manufacturer | North American Electric |
|---|---|
| Model Number | PE256T-20-4C |
| Graybar SKU | 25524965 |
| Horsepower | 20 HP |
| Voltage | 208-230/460V |
| Phase | 3-Phase |
| Speed | 1800 RPM |
| Frame | 256T (NEPE Frame Type) |
| Enclosure | Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) |
| Protection | IP55 |
| NEMA Design | Design C — High Torque |
| Duty | Crusher Duty, Continuous |
| Insulation Class | Class F |
| Temperature Rise | Class B at Full Load |
| Impregnation | Class H VPI Resin |
| Service Factor | 1.15 @ 60 Hz; 1.0 @ 50 Hz |
| Ambient Temperature | 40°C Continuous |
| Inverter Duty | 20:1 VT / 10:1 CT |
| Rotation | F1/F2 Reversible |
| Country of Origin | China |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| Unit of Measure | Each (EA) |
Resources & Downloads
Contact us or visit the North American Electric website for specification sheets, installation manuals, and dimensional drawings for the PE256T-20-4C motor.



