Baldor Electric Company CEM3218T Three Phase AC Motor

The Baldor Electric Company CEM3218T is a 5 HP, three-phase AC induction motor designed for continuous, general-purpose duty at 60 Hz. It features a rugged 184TC steel frame and an OPSB enclosure, rated for dual voltage operation at 230/460 V (three-phase) with a synchronous speed of 1800 rpm at 60 Hz. The motor draws about 14 A at 230 V, 7 A at 460 V (and 14 A at 208 V), has a 40 °C ambient rating, a CONT duty rating, and an efficiency of approximately 89.5% at full load, reflecting robust performance for demanding industrial applications. No auxiliary box is included, bearings use Polyrex EM grease, and the design carries agency approvals under CURUSEEV along with NEMA Premium efficiency. This open, general-purpose motor is well suited for 5 HP drives in industrial settings where reliable conveyors, pumps, and machine tools require a standard 184TC mounting and dependable, energy-efficient operation.