North American Electric Heavy Duty Cast Iron 3-Phase Motor, 1 HP, TEFC, Frame 145T
The North American Electric PE145T-1-6 is a heavy duty cast iron general purpose 3-phase induction motor rated at 1 HP with a 208-230/460V dual voltage input. The Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) construction provides reliable protection in dirty or wet environments. The NEMA Frame 145T and 1200 RPM speed rating make it suitable for a range of industrial drive applications. With inverter duty rating and sealed bearings through the 215T frame, this motor is built for dependable service in demanding installations.
Key Features
- Heavy duty cast iron construction for durability in industrial environments
- TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled) for protection in dirty or wet locations
- Inverter Duty rated (20:1 VT; 10:1 CT) for VFD-driven applications
- 1.15 Service Factor at 60 Hz; 1.0 Service Factor at 50 Hz
- Suitable for 575V operation at 1.0 Service Factor
- Sealed bearings through 215T frame for reduced maintenance
- NEMA Frame 145T for standard mounting compatibility
Specifications
- Model: PE145T-1-6
- Horsepower: 1 HP
- Voltage: 208-230/460V
- Phases: 3-Phase
- Enclosure: TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled)
- Frame: 145T (Frame Type NEWT)
- Speed: 1200 RPM
- Service Factor: 1.15 @ 60 Hz; 1.0 @ 50 Hz
- Inverter Duty: 20:1 VT; 10:1 CT
Applications
General purpose 3-phase industrial motor suitable for pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, and other mechanical drive applications in manufacturing, process, and HVAC systems. The inverter duty rating makes it directly compatible with variable frequency drives (VFDs) for speed-controlled applications.



