World Wide Electric WWEM20-18-256T Three-Phase AC Motor

The Worldwide Electric Corporation WWEM20-18-256T is a 20 HP TEFC industrial three‑phase AC motor designed for continuous‑duty service in heavy‑duty power transmission and rotating equipment. This 4‑pole, 60 Hz design runs at 1770‑1800 RPM and is built on a 256T cast iron frame with a Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled enclosure, providing rugged protection for demanding environments. Operated from 208‑230/460 VAC, it draws approximately 46 A at 230 V or 23 A at 460 V, and carries a service factor of 1.25, NEMA Premium efficiency, and insulation class F, with IP55 protection and a continuous duty rating. It is Bi‑Directional, features rigid base mounting, and weighs about 304 lbs, with inverter duty ratings of 10:1 CT / 20:1 VT at 1.0 SF to support drive system flexibility. Suitable for Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D locations, this motor is designed for reliable operation in pumping, conveying, and processing applications. Common industrial uses include pumps, blowers, compressors, conveyors, hydraulic power units, and manufacturing process machinery, with deployment in manufacturing plants, water treatment facilities, and automation systems where rugged construction and three‑phase efficiency matter. Common replacements include the Baldor EM2334T Severe Duty Motor and the WEG 02018ET3E256T‑W22 motor; this model is often referenced alongside other industrial AC motors and aligns with the anchor terms EM2334T and 02018ET3E256T-W22.