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Buyers Guide Direct Current Motors 1 to 3000 HP

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Quality. Reliability. Efficiency. Excellence is built in. We are committed to become your supplier of choice with superior service along with the quality, reliability, and efficiency you expect from GE motors. We are growing and investing in ways to best serve you. So it’s a great time to start a new conversation. • We have highly experienced field salespeople, account managers and seasoned application engineers. • We robustly engineer motors ideal for VFD applications, reliable in severe duty environments, and easy on your driven equipment. • We are building new and expanded inventory. •...

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Other Information Prices and data subject to change without notice.

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General Information Page General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Information Replacement Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7 Motor Cutaway: Kinamatic™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8 Basic Requirement Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10 Motor Pricing Air Flow Schematics: CD180AT through CD6900 Frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Motor Pricing General Information General Description Motor Finish Designed to meet NEMA specifications, GE’s complete line of DC motor offerings are available to meet all of your DC motor needs. The Kinamatic™ and CD6000 series of motors featured in this publication are a result of many years of research and development. Quality components and craftsmanship are designed to provide years of dependable motor performance. Our standard motor or generator paint is a machine tool ANSI #49 grey, heavy duty acrylic enamel over a water based primer. Polyurethane paint is available for waterproof...

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Below is a listing of the enclosures offered by GE as defined by the National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA). In addition, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Enclosure codes are shown for reference. This is a guide only. Refer to GE for special applications or labeling requirements. NEMA Enclosures Dripproof fully guarded, self-ventilated General Information Dripproof fully guarded, separately ventilated Dripproof fully guarded, blower ventilated Enclosed separately ventilated, air ducted in and out Splashproof fully guarded, self-ventilated Splashproof fully...

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Outline Dimensions Motor Pricing General Information Dripproof, Fully Guarded The standard Dripproof, Fully Guarded (DPFG) machine allows successful motor operation when drops of liquids or solid particles strike or enter the enclosure at any angle from 0º to 15º downward from the vertical. Openings are protected to prevent entrance of objects larger than 3/4” in diameter. Air openings are provided for easy conversion to splashproof enclosure or for convenient connection of ducting for separate ventilation. CD180AT frame DPFG motors mounted sidewall and vertical shaft end up will not be...

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Dripproof Fully Guarded*, Blower Ventilated (DPFG-BV) Motor Pricing Dripproof Fully Guarded, Self-Ventilated (DPFG) General Information (CD218AT-CD5010AY frames have blower mounted on commutator end.) *Could also be Splashproof Fully Guarded. Blower positions and optional blower locations based on the position of the conduit box. Frame Size 180AT Blower Locations Available Outline Dimensions NOTE: CE = comm end, DE = drive end F1 = right side when viewed from the motor comm end, feet down F2 = left side when viewed from the motor comm end, feet down Other Information Application Information...

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Totally Enclosed Nonventilated (TENV) Totally Enclosed Air-Over-Frame (TEAO) Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) Totally Enclosed Water-to-Air Cooled (TEWAC) Totally Enclosed Air-to-Air Cooled (TEAAC) Other Information Application Information Outline Dimensions Motor Pricing General Information Prices and data subject to change without notice.

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To replace a motor which has different mounting dimensions than the Kinamatic motors shown in this publication (e.g., a motor made by a different manufacturer or an older GE motor), three options exist. When replacing a motor made by a different manufacturer, all of the information listed on the SAM-QC form (pages 1.10 and 1.11) is required for quoting and manufacturing. When replacing an older GE motor, the model and serial number of the original motor are required for quoting and manufacturing a replacement. Pricing: Use standard pricing given in this publication, plus add for special...

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Motor Cutaway General Information Quality, Reliability and Serviceability Motor Pricing NEMA Enclosures extend bearing life Armature frames commutating poles and protecting against moisture and contaminates frequent starts, stops, and reversals Outline Dimensions Eliminates hazards of tin or lead contaminates Application Information Other Information Prices and data subject to change without notice.

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Motor Cutaway General Information Brush Rigging Motor Pricing provide for easy maintenance ensure proper commutation and improve brush wear adaptation easy in any application G Accessory Mounting Face Coils - Frames CD180AT - CD329AT - Wrapped with Mylar* composite and fiberglass tapes - Dip and bake process allows varnish to penetrate the windings - Frames CD360AT - CD5010AY - Tightly seals coil to the pole, resisting outside contamination, vibration, impact and wear - Excellent heat transfer extends motor life - Engineered to withstand thermal expansion and contraction Lifting Lugs Other...

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General Information Basic Requirement Instructions The following form is designed to provide guidance through the minimum requirements needed to quote a DC Kinamatic or CD6000 frame motor. To ensure GE meets your specific needs, each quote must include the following information: A. Customer Identification Information B. Basic Motor Description C. Additional Modifications Motor Pricing Customer Identification Information Section A – Identification information includes key customer details that will help establish a customer profile. This section also includes the following information that,...

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