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BALDOR General Purpose Motor: C-Face Mount, Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 1/2 hp - C-Face 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motors
BALDORC-Face 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motors

BALDOR General Purpose Motor: C-Face Mount, Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 1/2 hp

The BALDOR General Purpose Motor: C-Face Mount (SKU 3G-OTH-59853) is a C-Face 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motor with a TEFC enclosure. It operates at 1,765 RPM and 575V AC, with a full load current of 0.8 A at 60 Hz…

SKU 3G-OTH-59853

Also listed as: VM35385 · VM3538 5

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BALDOR
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General Purpose Motor: C-Face Mount, Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 1/2 hp
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C-Face 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motors
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
VM3538-5
Type
Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 1/2 hp, 1,765 RPM
AC
575V
Motor Enclosure
TEFC
Nameplate RPM @ 60 Hz
1,765 RPM
Full Load Current @ 60 Hz
0.8 A
Nameplate Voltage @ 60 Hz
575V AC

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Product Description

The BALDOR General Purpose Motor: C-Face Mount (SKU 3G-OTH-59853) is a C-Face 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motor with a TEFC enclosure. It operates at 1,765 RPM and 575V AC, with a full load current of 0.8 A at 60 Hz. This 1/2 hp motor is identified by manufacturer part number VM3538-5.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BALDOR VM3538-5 general purpose motor used for?

The BALDOR VM3538-5 is a 1/2 hp, 575V AC, 1,765 RPM C-face motor with a TEFC enclosure, designed for industrial applications such as pumps, fans, conveyors, and machine tools that require reliable, continuous-duty operation in dusty or non-hazardous environments.

What are the specifications of the BALDOR VM3538-5 motor?

The BALDOR VM3538-5 is a 1/2 hp, 575V AC, 1,765 RPM, 0.8 A full-load current, C-face mount, totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC) 3-phase general purpose AC motor. It is identified by manufacturer part number VM3538-5 and SKU 59VY64.

Where to buy the BALDOR VM3538-5 motor worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the BALDOR VM3538-5 motor to customers worldwide. As a global industrial solutions provider, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your site. Contact us for a quote and lead time on this C-face TEFC motor.

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

To select the right BALDOR C-face motor, match the nameplate voltage (575V AC), horsepower (1/2 hp), and RPM (1,765 RPM) to your equipment's requirements. Verify the TEFC enclosure suits the environment and that the C-face mounting flange aligns with the driven load. Consult 3G Electric for application guidance.

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

BALDOR Products

3G Electric supplies BALDOR c-face 3-phase general purpose ac motors. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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