ABB 3GKP353420-AEL Flameproof IE3 Motor - Exdbeb IP55
Part Number: 3GKP353420-AEL
Quick Summary
ABB 3GKP353420-AEL Flameproof IE3 motor is a premium efficiency, explosion-protected 315 kW three-phase machine designed for hazardous locations. This motor delivers reliable torque and long life in demanding environments, reducing unplanned downtime. For engineers facing frequent maintenance and compliance pressure, the combination of flameproof protection, robust enclosure, and precise mounting options helps ensure safe, continuous operation. With Exdbeb protection, IP55 enclosure, and a 6-pole design, it aligns with critical ATEX/IECEx expectations while maintaining high efficiency at full and partial loads. This motor pairs with standard industrial drives and integrates into IMB3/IM1001 mounting schemes, enabling scalable deployments and predictable total cost of ownership.
Product Information
Extended Description
3GKP353420-AEL ABB: Flameproof IE3 Premium Efficiency LV Motors, 315 kW, 500 V (3GKP353420-AEL)
ABB Type Designation
M3KP 355MLB 6
Invoice Description
M3KP 355MLB 6
Product Name
3-Phase squirrel cage motor
Product Type
5KP3__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
85015381
Medium Description
315kW, 6 Poles, Frame Size 355, 3 Phases, 500V, 50Hz, IP55 Enclosure, IMB3/IM1001 Mounting (3GKP353420-AEL)
Short Description
315kW, 6P, Frame Size 355, 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
315 kW
Altitude
1000 m
Ambient Temperature
40 °C
IC Class
IC411
IE Class Data (50 Hz)
IE Class IE3 | Full Load (100%) 95.8 % | Partial Load (75%) 96.1 % | Partial Load (50%) 96.0 %
IE Class Data (60 Hz)
IE Class IE3 | Full Load (100%) 96.3 % | Partial Load (75%) 96.3 % | Partial Load (50%) 95.7 %
IP Class
IP55
Insulation Class
ICLF
Direction of Rotation
Both sides
Number of Poles (High)
6
Two Speed Motor
No
Type of Duty
S1
Voltage Code
E
EX-Protection
Exdbeb
Gas Group
IIB
Frame Material
Cast Iron
Frame Size
355
Bearing
6322/C3
Bearing NDE
6316/C3
IM Class
IMB3 IM1001
Terminator Box Location
D-End top
Package Level 1 Units
0 pallet (lift)
Product Net Depth / Length
1584 mm
Product Net Height
968 mm
Product Net Width
700 mm
Product Net Weight
2210 kg
Gross Weight
2240 kg
WEEE Category
4. Large Equipment (Any External Dimension More Than 50 cm)
UNSPSC
26101100
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The ABB 3GKP353420-AEL is a flameproof IE3 motor rated at 315 kW and 500 V, with Exdbeb protection and an IP55 enclosure. This combination delivers safe operation in hazardous areas, reducing risk and enabling compliant installation in chemical, oil & gas, and mining processes. Application-wise, it supports 50 Hz operation with 6 poles in frame size 355, ensuring torque availability for fans, pumps, and mixers while meeting rigorous safety standards. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The motor’s IC411 insulation class and cast-iron frame translate to rugged durability and thermal resilience under harsh plant conditions, lowering maintenance cycles and extending service life. Application-wise, users benefit from reduced maintenance costs and improved uptime in demanding environments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: With IMB3/IM1001 mounting and a D connection configuration, installation is straightforward in retrofit and new-build projects, minimizing commissioning time and allowing quick integration with variable speed drives and soft starters. Application-wise, this enables seamless upgrades in existing hazardous-area lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 6-pole design supports consistent speed control and predictable load profiles, improving process stability for pumps and conveyors in environments where exact process timing matters. Application-wise, this is ideal for chemical processing, metal treatment, and power-generation systems operating at 50 Hz. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The combination of Ex protection, IP55 enclosure, and emission limits ensures compliance with regulatory standards while enabling reliable performance in dusty, humid, or damp installations. Application-wise, facilities can meet ATEX/IECEx requirements without over-specifying power protection. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The unit’s 315 kW rating and 500 V supply optimize energy use in continuous-duty applications, delivering measurable energy savings across operating cycles and reducing total cost of ownership for large-scale motor fleets.
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FAQs
This motor uses a D connection configuration and IMB3/IM1001 mounting. Plan for a 6-pole, frame size 355 installation with a 500 V, 50 Hz supply and ensure IP55 protection in ATEX/IECEx zones. Verify the terminator box location (D-End top) and allow adequate clearance for service and cooling in the hazardous area layout.
The model delivers 315 kW at 500 V, 50 Hz, with 6 poles and IE3 premium efficiency. It is designed for S1 duty in continuous-operation scenarios and features Exdbeb flameproof protection suitable for IIB gas groups, ensuring reliable performance under demanding loads.
Yes. It carries Exdbeb flameproof protection and IP55 enclosure, making it suitable for hazardous zones. The Gas Group IIB and the flameproof design align with ATEX/IECEx requirements, and the insulation class ICFL ensures thermal reliability in challenging environments.
Key certifications include Exdbeb flameproof protection, IP55 enclosure, IC411 insulation class, and S1 duty. It supports 50 Hz operation and a 315 kW output, with a 6-pole design and cast-iron frame suitable for IMB3/IM1001 mounting in hazardous-area installations.
The IE3 premium efficiency rating reduces running energy costs compared with standard efficiency motors, yielding tangible energy savings. Combined with durable construction, low maintenance, and compatibility with standard VFDs, the motor lowers total cost of ownership and improves uptime for critical processes in chemical, mining, and oil & gas facilities.