WEGC-Face with Rigid Base 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motors

WEG 01518ET3E254TC-W22 C-Face with Rigid Base 3-Phase General

The WEG General Purpose Motor: C-Face/Rigid Base Mount is a 15 hp, TEFC, 3-phase AC motor with a C-Face and rigid base mount. It operates at 1,765 RPM at 60 Hz and is rated for 230/460V AC with a full load current of…

SKU 3G-OTH-58676

Also listed as: 01518ET3E254TCW22 · 01518ET3E254TC W22

Brand

WEG

Item

01518ET3E254TC-W22 C-Face with Rigid Base 3-Phase General

Part Number

01518ET3E254TC-W22

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
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Technical Specifications

WEG

Manufacturer Part Number

01518ET3E254TC-W22 

Type

Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 15 hp 

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

316 lb 

CC Number

CC029A

Frequency

60 Hz 

Standards

CE; CSA; NOM; UL 

Application

General Purpose 

Bearing Type

Ball 

Catalog Page

19

Frame Family

NEMA 250 

Motor Design

Three-Phase 

Shaft Design

Keyed 

Shaft Length

4 in 

Mounting Type

Rigid Base; 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

Cast Iron 

Overall Length

24-15/16 in 

Shaft Diameter

1-5/8 in 

Inverter Rating

Inverter Rated Inverter Rating This describes a motor's ability to be speed-controlled by an inverter or variable frequency drive (VFD) 

Motor Enclosure

TEFC 

Sub Application

Air Compressor; Fan/Blower 

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

Varies (subject to change) 

Length Less Shaft

20-15/16 in 

Mounting Position

All Angle 

NEMA Design Class

B

Nominal Efficiency

92.4 % Nominal Efficiency The average efficiency expectation from a standardized group of motors or a particular motor design. 

Motor Enclosure Type

Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled 

Motor Shaft Rotation

CW/CCW 

Nameplate RPM @ 50 Hz

1,455 RPM Nameplate RPM @ 50 Hz The motor's nominal operating speed under rated load, represented in RPM (revolutions per minute). 

Nameplate RPM @ 60 Hz

1,765 RPM Nameplate RPM @ 60 Hz The motor's nominal operating speed under rated load, represented in RPM (revolutions per minute). 

Full Load Amps @ 50 Hz

14.5; 14.8; 15.2; 20.0; 20.5; 21.5 A Full Load Current @ 50 Hz The maximum amount of current that a motor is designed to draw when operating at full capacity. 

Full Load Amps @ 60 Hz

36.0/18.0 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)

1-5/8 in x 4 in 

Motor Thermal Protection

None 

Full Load Current @ 60 Hz

36.0/18.0 A 

Nameplate Voltage @ 50 Hz

190/380V AC Nameplate Voltage @ 50 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 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

15 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. 

Technical Documents

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Technical Document 1

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Product Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the WEG 01518ET3E254TC-W22 motor used for?

This WEG 15 hp TEFC motor with C-Face and rigid base mount is used in industrial applications such as pumps, fans, conveyors, and compressors. Its 1,765 RPM and 230/460V AC rating suit general-purpose machinery requiring reliable, continuous operation.

What are the specifications of the WEG 01518ET3E254TC-W22 motor?

The WEG 01518ET3E254TC-W22 is a 15 hp, 3-phase AC motor with TEFC enclosure, C-Face and rigid base mount. It operates at 1,765 RPM at 60 Hz, with nameplate voltage 230/460V AC and full load current 36.0/18.0 A.

Where to buy the WEG 01518ET3E254TC-W22 motor worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the WEG 01518ET3E254TC-W22 motor 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 WEG motor for an application?

Select a WEG motor by matching horsepower, RPM, voltage, and enclosure to your load. For this 15 hp TEFC model, ensure the mounting (C-Face/rigid base) fits your equipment. Verify full load current (36.0/18.0 A) matches your power supply and starter.

Used in

Common applications for WEG

Water and wastewater treatment — WEG TEFC motors (e.g., 25 hp, 1,765 RPM) driving centrifugal pumps in lift stations

Oil and gas processing — WEG ODP motors (e.g., 150 hp, 3,570 RPM) powering compressors in refineries

Food and beverage manufacturing — WEG TEFC motors (e.g., 3 hp, 1,175 RPM) operating conveyor belts in washdown areas

HVAC systems — WEG ODP motors (e.g., 25 hp, 3,600 RPM) driving large centrifugal fans in commercial buildings

Material handling — WEG TEFC motors (e.g., 50 hp, 1,775 RPM) powering belt conveyors in distribution centers

Mining and aggregates — WEG TEFC motors (e.g., 1/3 hp, 1,765 RPM) used in small crusher feeders and screening equipment

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