Baldor Electric Company CM355T AC Induction Motor

The Baldor Electric CM355T (cataloged as CM3555T) is a 2 HP, three-phase AC induction motor built on the 145TC frame with a Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) enclosure. Designed for 60 Hz operation at 208–230/460 V, it runs at roughly 3450 rpm, making it a compact, general-purpose motor for pumps, conveyors, blowers, and other industrial equipment. This model is commonly paired with Thomsen 42549-GC milk pump in dairy installations. The CM3555T family also includes variants such as CESWDM3555T for washdown duty (paint-free construction) and other mounting configurations, all sharing the same 2 HP, 145TC, 3-phase TEFC architecture. For installation, ensure a suitable 230 V or 460 V three-phase supply and appropriate protection, and consider a variable-frequency drive if speed control is needed, following Baldor’s wiring and cooling guidelines.