ABB 3GKP401820-BEK Flameproof LV Motor - Exdbeb
Part Number: 3GKP401820-BEK
Quick Summary
ABB 3GKP401820-BEK flameproof LV motor delivers premium IE3 efficiency for demanding industrial drives. In hazardous environments, reliability and fast service are critical to avoid costly downtime. This unit combines IP55 enclosure, Exdbeb flameproof protection and robust insulation (ICF) to meet tough zone classifications, supporting safe operation in chemical and oil & gas facilities. Its 2-pole, frame size 400 design uses IMB5/IM3001 mounting and is rated for 50 Hz at 500 V, delivering 630 kW of output while sustaining performance at up to 40 °C ambient. As a hazardous-area motor with high efficiency, it lowers energy costs and simplifies regulatory compliance for engineers sourcing robust hazardous-area motors and drive systems.
Product Information
Extended Description
3GKP401820-BEK ABB: Flameproof IE3 Premium Efficiency LV Motors, 630 kW, 500 V (3GKP401820-BEK)
ABB Type Designation
M3KP 400LKB 2
Product Name
3-Phase squirrel cage motor
Product Type
3KP3__M3KP_IE3_Flameproof_Ex_db_eb_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
85015394
Medium Description
630kW, 2 Poles, Frame Size 400, 3 Phases, 500V, 50Hz, IP55 Enclosure, IMB5/IM3001 Mounting (3GKP401820-BEK)
Short Description
630kW, 2P, Frame Size 400, 3PH, 500V, 50Hz, IP55, IMB5/IM3001
Electrical Data
Connection Configuration
D
Temperature Class Default
T4
Input Voltage (Uin)
500 V
Frequency (f)
50 Hz
Output Power
630 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%) 95.5 % | Partial Load (50%) 94.7 %
IE Class Data (60 Hz)
IE Class IE3 | Full Load (100%) 95.8 % | Partial Load (75%) 95.6 % | Partial Load (50%) 95.5 %
IP Class
IP55
Insulation Class
ICLF
Direction of Rotation
Unidirectional
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
400
Bearing
6317M/C3
Bearing NDE
6317M/C3
IM Class
IMB5 IM3001
Terminator Box Location
Top
Package Level 1 Units
0 pallet (lift)
Product Net Depth / Length
1851 mm
Product Net Height
1071 mm
Product Net Width
840 mm
Product Net Weight
3201 kg
Gross Weight
3241 kg
WEEE Category
4. Large Equipment (Any External Dimension More Than 50 cm)
UNSPSC
26101100
Flameproof Exdbeb protection with IP55 enclosure provides safer operation in ATEX/IECEx hazardous zones, reducing the risk of ignition and costly downtime in chemical plants and oil refineries. This translates to lower maintenance interventions and longer service intervals for mission-critical drives in processing lines. The IE3 Premium Efficiency rating delivers measurable energy savings, with full-load efficiencies around 95.8% at 50 Hz, helping reduce operating costs across long drive cycles in mining and metals processing. Frame size 400, 2-pole configuration supports compact, high-torque motors that fit standard IMB5/IM3001 mounting footprints, enabling straightforward integration into existing equipment racks and replacement programs. Top terminator box location and convenient electrical connections simplify installation, commissioning, and future service, offering reduced labor costs and faster time-to-production. Operating at 500 V with 50 Hz and ambient conditions up to 40 °C and 1000 m altitude, the motor maintains stable performance in challenging environments, delivering reliable torque for heavy-duty fans, pumps, and compressors. The Ex protection class IIB gas group plus ICFL insulation and IP55 rating address tough regulatory requirements and plant safety expectations, while the no-maintenance gear of IMB5 IM3001 mounting improves lifecycle cost and predictability for long-term asset management. This motor is designed to minimize lifecycle total cost of ownership by balancing robust protection with high efficiency, making it suitable for hazardous-area motors programs in process industries and critical utility drives. Common objections about explosion-protected motors often cite higher initial costs; this ABB solution demonstrates a compelling ROI through energy savings, reduced maintenance, and accelerated project schedules thanks to proven installation compatibility in standard frames and mounting systems.
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FAQs
Install using the IMB5/IM3001 mounting system and align the top terminator box for accessible wiring. Ensure proper enclosure integrity, ATEX/IECEx compliance, and a routing plan that avoids corrosive exposure. Verify 500 V supply and 50 Hz frequency, and check ambient temperature ratings up to 40 °C with altitude up to 1000 m. Use certified cables and protective glands rated for hazardous zones, and follow ABB installation guidelines to maintain Exdbeb integrity and warranty validity.
IE3 premium efficiency reduces resistive losses and improves full-load efficiency to about 95.8%, lowering annual energy consumption in continuous-duty applications such as pumps and compressors. Over a typical 8,000–10,000 operating hours per year, this translates to meaningful energy cost savings, shorter payback periods, and reduced heat load in electrical rooms, contributing to quieter cooling and extended motor life.
Industry applications include chemical processing, oil & gas, petrochem, mining, and offshore facilities where flammable atmospheres or dust are present. The Exdbeb protection and IP55 enclosure support safe operation in Zone 1/II environments, while 630 kW output suits high-torque needs in pumping, grinding, and compressor drives in harsh conditions.
The motor features Exdbeb flameproof protection suitable for explosive atmospheres, IP55 ingress protection, and a 2-pole 400 frame with IMB5/IM3001 mounting. It operates at 500 V, 50 Hz, and is rated for ambient temperatures up to 40 °C at 1000 m altitude, with insulation class ICF. These specifications align with hazardous-area compliance expectations for industrial facilities.
Expect lower frequency of maintenance due to robust flameproof protection and premium efficiency reducing thermal stress. ROI is driven by energy savings from IE3 efficiency, reduced cooling requirements, and easier installation with compatible mounting. For asset-heavy plants, the motor’s reliability in hazardous zones lowers unplanned downtime, extends service intervals, and simplifies spares planning.