460 Volt Three-Phase Electric Motors

460-volt electric motors are the North American industrial standard for three-phase power — delivering maximum efficiency, torque stability, and reliability across thousands of applications.
They’re used in manufacturing, oil & gas, water treatment, sawmills, and material-handling systems where consistent heavy-duty performance is essential.

Available in Open Drip Proof (ODP), Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC), and Explosion-Proof (TEXP) configurations, all 460 V models meet NEMA Premium® efficiency and are VFD-ready for adjustable-speed operation.

Typical Specifications

 

Why 460 V Motors Are the Industry Standard

 

460 V is the default voltage for most medium and large facilities, making these motors the most readily available and cost-efficient option for industrial operations.

Enclosure Options

 

Frame materials are offered in Cast Iron, Stainless Steel, and Fabricated Steel depending on application and environmental exposure.

Mounting Styles

 

Typical Applications

Pumps, blowers, and compressors

  • Conveyor and material-handling systems

  • Sawmills and aggregate machinery

  • Mixers and agitators

  • Water and wastewater treatment systems

  • Manufacturing and process lines

460 V motors are trusted for continuous-duty performance in mission-critical systems where uptime matters.

Performance & Efficiency

All 460 V motors feature:

  • Class F insulation with 1.15 service factor

  • Precision-balanced rotors for vibration control

  • Sealed bearings for low maintenance

  • Thermal overload protection

  • VFD-ready windings with inverter-duty insulation

These ensure long lifespan, low operating cost, and seamless integration with automation systems.

460 V vs 575 V Motors

 

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