Washdown Duty Motors

Electrical Motors are electromechanical devices that convert electrical energy to mechanical energy by producing a rotating force (torque) measured in revolutions per minute (RPM) and horsepower (HP). Medium size motors are designed and built to operate at 60 Hz with three phase voltage at 230 volts, 460 volts and 575 volts. These motors are used to drive compressors, pumps, fans, machine tools, conveyers and other processing and materials handling equipment in industrial sectors.

Washdown Duty Motors often operate in a washdown environment and regularly come into contact with high-temperature, high-pressure water jets that are sometimes combined with cleaning chemicals. To avoid damage to the motor, it must be designed and built specifically to withstand the washdown environment. Stainless steel provides the best characteristics for any application that requires frequent washdown due to its ability to resist both chemical and water corrosion. The washdown motors are typically IP69 certified and feature sealed bearings with moisture-resistant lubrication as well as gaskets and oil seals that provide a barrier to liquids and moist air.