VM3546 is a 1 HP, 3‑phase, TEFC general‑purpose motor in the 56C frame with C‑face footless mounting, manufactured by ASEA BROWN BOVERI/Baldor Reliance (ABB). It supports dual‑voltage operation at 208–230/460 VAC and 60 Hz, with the 60 Hz version specified at 1,725 RPM and winding codes such as 3426M; a 50 Hz variant (VM3546‑57) provides 1 HP at 1,440 RPM with winding 3517M. The motor weighs 16.33 kg (about 36 lb) and has an overall length of 12 inches, aligning with a 56C frame and TEFC cooling. This VM3546 is discontinued by the manufacturer, with VEM3546 listed as a recommended replacement. Typical applications include pumps, fans, conveyors, machine tools, and gear reducers where a NEMA C‑face motor is required.
