BALDORC-Face 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motors

BALDOR CEM3157T C-Face 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motor

The BALDOR General Purpose Motor: C-Face Mount (SKU CEM3157T, MPN CEM3157T) is a 2 hp, C-Face 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motor with an Open Drip Proof (ODP) enclosure. It operates at 1,750 RPM and 230/460V AC…

SKU 3G-OTH-59900

Brand

BALDOR

Item

CEM3157T C-Face 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motor

Part Number

CEM3157T

Local availability & support

Delivery: Worldwide DHL shipping from Singapore; 7–14 business days door-to-door for most destinations.
Payment: Invoicing in USD. Bank transfer (SWIFT) and corporate PO accepted.

Compliance & shipping

Hazardous material: Not classified as hazardous
California Prop 65 warning: No warning recorded
Licence required: No licence required
Safety Data Sheet: Not available
Special shipping: Ships under standard freight

Technical Specifications

BALDOR

Manufacturer Part Number

CEM3157T 

Type

Open Drip Proof, 2 hp, 1,750 RPM 

230/460V 

Phase

Three Phase The type of power source available. Motors are either single-phase (1 PH) or three-phase (3 PH). 

UNSPSC

26101612

Weight

41 lb 

Includes

Conduit Box 

CC Number

CC010A

Frequency

60 Hz 

Standards

CSA; CSA EEV; UR 

Application

General Purpose 

Bearing Type

Ball 

Catalog Page

N/A

Frame Family

NEMA 140 

Motor Design

Three-Phase 

Shaft Design

Keyed 

Shaft Length

2-3/16 in 

Mounting Type

C-Face 

Usable @ 200V

Not Usable at 200V Usable @ 200V This describes a motor's ability to operate at a supplied voltage of 200V. Not all high-voltage motors are capable of 200V operation. 

Usable @ 208V

Usable at 208V Usable @ 208V The motor's ability to operate at a supplied voltage of 208V. Not all high-voltage motors are capable of 208V operation. 

Frame Material

Steel 

Overall Length

12-1/8 in 

Shaft Diameter

7/8 in 

Inverter Rating

Not Inverter Rated Inverter Rating This describes a motor's ability to be speed-controlled by an inverter or variable frequency drive (VFD) 

Motor Enclosure

ODP

Insulation Class

F Insulation Class The maximum temperature the motor's insulation can withstand without degrading. 

Number of Speeds

1 Number of Speeds The number of operating speeds a motor offers. 

Country of Origin

USA (subject to change) 

Length Less Shaft

10 in 

Mounting Position

All Angle 

NEMA Design Class

B

Nominal Efficiency

86.5 % Nominal Efficiency The average efficiency expectation from a standardized group of motors or a particular motor design. 

Product Description

These 3-phase NEMA frame general purpose AC motors have a machined C-face mounting surface on the motor's shaft end that bolts directly to the machinery or equipment. 

Motor Enclosure Type

Open Drip Proof 

Motor Shaft Rotation

CW/CCW 

Nameplate RPM @ 50 Hz

1,185/980 RPM Nameplate RPM @ 50 Hz The motor's nominal operating speed under rated load, represented in RPM (revolutions per minute). 

Nameplate RPM @ 60 Hz

1,750 RPM Nameplate RPM @ 60 Hz The motor's nominal operating speed under rated load, represented in RPM (revolutions per minute). 

Full Load Amps @ 60 Hz

5.8/2.9 A Full Load Current @ 60 Hz The maximum amount of current that a motor is designed to draw when operating at full capacity. 

Manufacturers Warranty

3 yr 

Output Shaft (Dia x L)

7/8 in x 2-3/16 in 

Motor Thermal Protection

None 

Full Load Current @ 60 Hz

5.8/2.9 A 

Nameplate Voltage @ 60 Hz

230/460V AC Nameplate Voltage @ 60 Hz The electrical power that must be supplied to a motor to ensure it operates correctly. The available power supply must match the selected motor exactly. 

Nameplate Horsepower @ 60 Hz

2 hp Nameplate Horsepower @ 60 Hz The motor's output power. It is normally listed as HP or Output Wattage on the motor's nameplate. 

Ambient Temperature - Maximum

40 °C Ambient Temperature - Maximum The highest environmental temperature a motor will operate in without losing performance or function. 

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Product Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BALDOR CEM3157T motor used for?

The BALDOR CEM3157T is a 2 hp, 1,750 RPM C-Face 3-phase general purpose AC motor with an Open Drip Proof enclosure. It is used in industrial applications such as pumps, fans, conveyors, and machine tools where reliable, continuous operation is required.

What are the specifications of the BALDOR CEM3157T motor?

The BALDOR CEM3157T is a 2 hp, 1,750 RPM, 230/460V AC, 3-phase motor with a C-Face mount and Open Drip Proof enclosure. Full load current is 5.8/2.9 A at 60 Hz. It is designed for general purpose industrial use.

Where to buy the BALDOR CEM3157T motor worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the BALDOR CEM3157T motor to customers worldwide. As a global industrial solutions provider, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your site. Contact us for pricing and lead time on this motor.

How to select the right BALDOR C-Face motor for an application?

To select the right BALDOR C-Face motor, match the horsepower, RPM, voltage, and enclosure to your equipment's requirements. For the CEM3157T, verify 2 hp, 1,750 RPM, 230/460V AC, and ODP enclosure suit your environment. Consult a motor specialist for duty cycle and mounting needs.

Used in

Common applications for BALDOR

Pump drives — BALDOR TEFC rigid base motors (e.g., M3542-5) for centrifugal and positive displacement pumps in water treatment

Conveyor systems — BALDOR ODP motors (e.g., EM2531T) for material handling in warehouses and manufacturing lines

Fan and blower applications — BALDOR C-face motors (e.g., VEBM3611T-D) for HVAC and industrial ventilation

Compressor units — BALDOR TEFC motors (e.g., EJMM3710T) for reciprocating and rotary screw compressors

Machine tool spindles — BALDOR high-speed ODP motors (e.g., EM31111) for lathes and milling machines

Agitators and mixers — BALDOR rigid base motors (e.g., EM4100T) for chemical processing and food production

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