ABB 3GKP161420-AEK IE3 Flameproof Motor - Exdbeb IP55
Part Number: 3GKP161420-AEK
Quick Summary
ABB 3GKP161420-AEK IE3 Flameproof Motor is a high-efficiency 15 kW drive for hazardous-area applications. Too often, downtime and safety compliance gaps in ATEX/IECEx environments hurt uptime and increase operating costs. With Exdbeb flameproof protection, an IP55 enclosure and IC411 insulation, this motor meets core industry standards for rugged, harsh-duty plants. Designed for 50 Hz, 500 V systems, it delivers reliable performance, energy savings and safety compliance—helping OEMs and end users reduce lifecycle costs while maintaining strict hazardous-area requirements.
Product Information
Extended Description
3GKP161420-AEK ABB: Flameproof IE3 Premium Efficiency LV Motors, 15 kW, 500 V (3GKP161420-AEK)
ABB Type Designation
M3KP 160MLB 2
Invoice Description
M3KP 160MLB 2
Product Name
3-Phase squirrel cage motor
Product Type
3KP3__M3KP_IE3_Flameproof_Exde_motor
Made To Order
No
Minimum Order Quantity
1 piece
Order Multiple
1 piece
Selling Unit of Measure
piece
Country of Origin
Finland (FI)
Customs Tariff Number
85015230
Medium Description
15kW, 2 Poles, Frame Size 160, 3 Phases, 500V, 50Hz, IP55 Enclosure, IMB3/IM1001 Mounting (3GKP161420-AEK)
Short Description
15kW, 2P, Frame Size 160, 3PH, 500V, 50Hz, IP55, IMB3/IM1001
Electrical Data
Connection Configuration
D
Temperature Class Default
T4
Input Voltage (Uin)
500 V
Frequency (f)
50 Hz
Output Power
15 kW
Altitude
1000 m
Ambient Temperature
40 °C
IC Class
IC411
IE Class Data (50 Hz)
IE Class IE3 | Full Load (100%) 91.9 % | Partial Load (75%) 92.5 % | Partial Load (50%) 92.2 %
IE Class Data (60 Hz)
IE Class IE3 | Full Load (100%) 92.3 % | Partial Load (75%) 92.5 % | Partial Load (50%) 91.5 %
IP Class
IP55
Insulation Class
ICLF
Direction of Rotation
Both sides
Number of Poles (High)
2
Two Speed Motor
No
Type of Duty
S1
Voltage Code
E
EX-Protection
Exdbeb
Gas Group
IIB
Frame Material
Cast Iron
Frame Size
160
Bearing
6309/C3
Bearing NDE
6309/C3
IM Class
IMB3 IM1001
Terminator Box Location
Top
Package Level 1 Units
0 pallet (lift)
Product Net Depth / Length
808 mm
Product Net Height
499 mm
Product Net Width
307 mm
Product Net Weight
226 kg
Gross Weight
236 kg
WEEE Category
4. Large Equipment (Any External Dimension More Than 50 cm)
Standards
IEC 60034-1
UNSPSC
26101100
Feature: Exdbeb flameproof protection combined with Exde motor heritage ensures safe operation in explosive atmospheres. Business Impact: Reduces risk, accelerates regulatory approval, and lowers safety-related downtime, enabling compliant operations in chemical processing and mining. Application: Ideal for hazardous-area pumping and grinding duties where ignition sources must be contained and inspections are routine. Feature: IE3 premium efficiency at 15 kW reduces operating energy costs by delivering high torque with lower current draw. Business Impact: Lower electricity bills and extended motor life due to reduced thermal stress, improving total cost of ownership in pumping and conveying lines. Application: Continuous-duty conveyors and fans in refineries and process plants. Feature: IP55 enclosure and durable cast-iron frame with 2-pole design (Frame Size 160) deliver rugged reliability. Business Impact: Superior ingress protection and robust mechanical integrity minimize maintenance and unplanned outages. Application: Outdoor or semi-enclosed installations in remote locations where water and dust ingress are common. Feature: IMB3 IM1001 mounting with top terminator box and D connection configuration simplifies installation. Business Impact: Faster, safer commissioning with consistent alignment and simplified cable routing, saving time in retrofit projects. Application: OEM builds and retrofit upgrades in ATEX/IECEx zones. Feature: Insulation Class ICLF and ambient rating to 40 °C at up to 1000 m altitude ensure dependable performance. Business Impact: Maintains efficiency and reliability across varying site conditions, reducing derating calculations for plant expansions. Application: High-altitude or hot factories with strict temperature constraints. Feature: Product integration details such as 15 kW, 500 V, 50 Hz, IP55, Exdbeb, IC411 support compliance documentation and procurement consistency. Business Impact: Clear specification alignment reduces RFQ-to-order time and shortens procurement cycles for hazardous-area motors. Application: Industrial plant modernization and safety-compliant motor drives.
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FAQs
The 3GKP161420-AEK is designed for Ex-protected environments with Exdbeb protection and an IP55 enclosure, featuring a D connection configuration and IMB3/IM1001 mounting. It supports common VFDs that are approved for explosion-protected motors and facilitates straightforward alignment with IMB3 mounting rails. This combination minimizes cabling complexity and simplifies start-up, commissioning, and service access in hazardous-area installations.
Key specs include a 15 kW output at 500 V input, 50 Hz frequency, and IE3 premium efficiency. The motor is a 3-phase, 2-pole design with a frame size 160 and a Duty S1. It uses a flameproof Exdbeb protection and insulation class ICLF, enabling reliable operation at ambient up to 40 °C and altitude up to 1000 m in industrial facilities.
Ideal for hazardous-area industrial processes such as chemical processing, mining, oil and gas, and power-intensive pumping and conveying duties. The Ex protection, IP55 enclosure, and robust cast-iron frame make it well-suited for outdoor or harsh environments where safety, durability and energy efficiency are critical, especially in plants requiring reliable operation at 50 Hz and 500 V systems.
This motor is certified for Exdbeb flameproof protection and IP55 enclosure, with IEC 60034-1 compliance and IC411 insulation class. It is designed for S1 duty in hazardous zones, with gas group IIB, temperature class T4, and a mounting configuration compatible with IMB3/IM1001 installations, ensuring regulatory alignment and safe, compliant operation.
Expect energy savings from IE3 efficiency reducing running current and heat generation, contributing to lower operating costs over the motor’s life. The Ex protection reduces ignition risk, lowering safety-related downtime. With robust cast-iron construction, IP55 protection, and top-access terminal box, maintenance is straightforward, facilitating quick inspections and bearing checks—leading to a favorable total cost of ownership in hazardous-area plants.