Baldor Electric Company M3538 Three-Phase Induction Motor

The Baldor Electric Company M3538 Three-Phase Induction Motor is a general‑purpose, 0.5 HP motor designed for reliable industrial service. It operates on 230/460 VAC with three phases at 60 Hz and delivers a nominal speed around 1725 RPM in a compact 56-frame, Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) package. The 56‑frame size, TEFC enclosure, and foot‑mounted configuration are documented in Baldor’s official M3538/NM3538 materials and distributor listings, with NM3538 infopackets listing 0.5 HP, 1720–1725 RPM, 3‑phase, 60 Hz, 56 frame, and 230/460 V specifications. These motors are commonly cataloged in Baldor materials as M3538 variants such as the 3420M/3416M frame designations, reflecting the established 56-frame TEFC three‑phase motor family. This motor is intended for general‑purpose industrial use where a compact, standard‑duty, 3‑phase motor is appropriate and its 230/460 V rating supports wired operation in facilities with mixed voltage supplies.