ABB 3GKP161430-AEK Flameproof IE3 Motor - Exdbeb
Part Number: 3GKP161430-AEK
Quick Summary
ABB 3GKP161430-AEK Flameproof IE3 Motor powers hazardous-location drives in heavy industry. Engineers grapple with reliability, explosion protection, and energy costs in these challenging settings. It carries Exdbeb flameproof certification, IP55 enclosure, and IEC 60034-1 IE3 efficiency with IC411 insulation, enabling safe operation at up to 1000 m altitude and 40 °C ambient. This premium motor delivers strong lifecycle value through high efficiency and rugged cast-iron construction. For OEMs and maintenance teams, the IMB3/IM1001 mounting compatibility and Finland-origin manufacturing streamline installation, warranty coverage, and global procurement compliance.
Product Information
Extended Description
3GKP161430-AEK ABB: Flameproof IE3 Premium Efficiency LV Motors, 18.5 kW, 500 V (3GKP161430-AEK)
ABB Type Designation
M3KP 160MLC 2
Invoice Description
M3KP 160MLC 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
18.5kW, 2 Poles, Frame Size 160, 3 Phases, 500V, 50Hz, IP55 Enclosure, IMB3/IM1001 Mounting (3GKP161430-AEK)
Short Description
18.5kW, 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
18.5 kW
Altitude
1000 m
Ambient Temperature
40 °C
IC Class
IC411
IE Class Data (50 Hz)
IE Class IE3 | Full Load (100%) 92.4 % | Partial Load (75%) 92.9 % | Partial Load (50%) 92.6 %
IE Class Data (60 Hz)
IE Class IE3 | Full Load (100%) 92.9 % | Partial Load (75%) 93.1 % | Partial Load (50%) 92.4 %
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
250 kg
Gross Weight
260 kg
WEEE Category
4. Large Equipment (Any External Dimension More Than 50 cm)
Standards
IEC 60034-1
UNSPSC
26101100
Flameproof Exdbeb protection and IP55 enclosure minimize ignition risk in chemical plants, refineries, and mining sites, translating to lower downtime and safer operations. The IE3 premium efficiency rating reduces energy consumption at full-load and partial-load conditions, delivering measurable cost savings over the motor's life. Cast-iron frame size 160 together with 6309/C3 bearings yields robust mechanical durability, extending service intervals in demanding environments. The 2-pole, 18.5 kW design at 500 V and 50 Hz supports compact drive trains while preserving torque characteristics and speed control for conveyors and pumps. IMB3/IM1001 compliant mounting simplifies installation on common bases, while Ex protection and gas-group IIB compliance ensure regulatory alignment for hazardous-area applications. This motor's 1000 m altitude tolerance and 40 °C ambient rating ensure reliable operation across global sites.
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FAQs
Plan for Exdbeb flameproof protection with an IP55 enclosure and use IMB3/IM1001 mounting to ensure compliance with hazardous-area standards. The motor uses a D connection configuration, is 2-pole, and operates at 50 Hz with 500 V input, so wiring must match this specification and follow local ATEX/IECEx installation practices.
IE3 premium efficiency translates to higher electrical efficiency at full-load and partial-load conditions. For this 18.5 kW, 50 Hz motor, the rated efficiency reduces running losses, which lowers electricity costs over the motor’s life while maintaining torque and speed performance for pumps, conveyors, and mixers in hazardous environments.
Yes. The motor carries Exdbeb flameproof protection and is designed for IIB gas groups, meeting robust hazardous-area requirements. With IP55 enclosure and Ex protection, it is appropriate for environments where ignition risk must be managed, such as chemical plants and refineries.
Key certifications include IEC 60034-1 for motor performance, Exdbeb explosion protection, IP55 enclosure, IC411 insulation, and a gas-group rating of IIB. The frame is cast iron (size 160), with IMB3/IM1001 mounting, suitable for 40 °C ambient and up to 1000 m altitude, aligning with global safety and performance benchmarks.
Premium IE3 efficiency reduces energy costs, while robust cast-iron construction and Ex protection reduce unplanned downtime in hazardous sites. With a 1-piece MOQ and Finland-origin manufacturing, installation tends to be straightforward, maintenance intervals are predictable, and lifecycle costs are lowered across cross-border deployments.