Baldor Reliance VBM3558T Brake Motor

Description:

The Baldor Reliance VBM3558T 2HP 1725RPM 145TC Brake Motor is used in industrial drive systems requiring controlled motion and rapid stopping through an integrated braking mechanism. It is an AC electric motor with a built-in spring-set brake designed to provide precise load holding and deceleration in mechanical power transmission applications. Commonly installed in conveyors, machine tools, packaging equipment, and material handling systems where controlled stopping and position holding are required. Maintenance teams, OEM manufacturers, and system integrators use this part for replacement of failed brake motors, retrofit of automated machinery, and restoration of controlled motion systems.

Applications:

The Baldor Reliance VBM3558T is used in industrial machinery to provide both rotational power and braking control in systems requiring accurate stopping and load holding. It is commonly applied in conveyor systems, automated production lines, door operators, lifting equipment, and machine tools where motor braking is required for safety and positional accuracy.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Baldor-Reliance (ABB)
• Model / Part number: VBM3558T
• Product type: AC brake motor
• Power rating: 2 HP
• Speed: 1725 RPM (approx. 60 Hz synchronous slip motor)
• Frame size: 145TC
• Phase: 3-phase
• Voltage: 208–230/460 V AC
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• Enclosure: TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled)
• Motor type: Induction motor with spring-set brake assembly
• Brake type: Electromagnetic spring-applied, power-off release
• Mounting: C-face / foot-mounted (145TC configuration)
• Application environment: Industrial automation, conveyors, and machinery systems

Common Replacements:

• Baldor Reliance EM3558T brake motor (non-brake equivalent system variant)
• Leeson 145TC brake motor 2HP 1725RPM equivalent
• Marathon Electric brake motor 2HP 145TC 3-phase equivalent