ABB 7BCEM2538T-G Shaft Ground - 40 HP OPSB Enclosure
Part Number: 7BCEM2538T-G
Quick Summary
Shaft Ground 40 HP motor delivers reliable shaft grounding for 3‑phase drives at 230/460 V in industrial equipment such as conveyors, pumps, and machine tools, aligning with common field voltages and simplifying electrical installation. Facilities often battle bearing insulation failures and downtime when grounding falls short under high-load starts, making robust grounding and durable construction essential for uptime and production levels. It carries CSA, CSA EEV, and UR certifications, alongside NEMA-aligned design practices, which accelerates supplier qualification, ensures regulatory compliance, and reduces risk across North American projects. With premium efficiency and a 1.15 service factor, engineers can expect lower operating costs, longer maintenance intervals, and predictable performance in continuous-duty environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
7BCEM2538T-G ABB: Shaft Ground 40 Hp 230 V (CEM2538T-G)
Configuration Only
No
Country of Origin
United States (US)
Lead Time
0 day
Made To Order
No
Product Sales Status
Active
Quote Only
No
Stocked At Warehouses
EGAUT001EXPU
Warranty Return
Product under warranty must be returned
Configuration Only
No
Country of Origin
United States (US)
Lead Time
0 day
Made To Order
No
Product Sales Status
Active
Quote Only
No
Stocked At Warehouses
GBINS001EXPU
Warranty Return
Product under warranty must be returned
Country of Origin
United States (US)
Lead Time
0 day
Made To Order
No
Product Sales Status
Active
Quote Only
No
Stocked At Warehouses
SGIND004EXPU
Warranty Return
Product under warranty must be returned
Country of Origin
United States (US)
Lead Time
0 day
Made To Order
No
Product Sales Status
Active
Quote Only
No
Stocked At Warehouses
USABB014EXPU
Warranty Return
Product under warranty must be returned
ABB Type Designation
40HP,3530RPM,3PH,60HZ,286TSC,OPSB,F
Ambient Temperature
40 °C
Bearing
6311 | Ball
Bearing NDE
6309 | Ball
Brake Present
No
Brand / Label
Baldor-Reliance
Catalog Number
CEM2538T-G
Certification Agency
CSA | CSA EEV | UR
Country of Origin
United States (US)
Customs Tariff Number
85015230
Dimension Diagram
40LY-000-038: Dimension Sheet
Drive End Flange Type
C-Face
Duty Time
60 Min
ETIM 7
EC001851 - Electric motor
Efficiency Level
Premium Efficiency (NEMA 12-12)
Electrical Data
Enclosure Type
OPSB
Frame Material
Steel
Frame Size
286
Frequency (f)
60 Hz
Global Commercial Alias
CEM2538T-G
Gross Volume
14448.906 in³
Gross Weight
328 lb
IDEA Granular Category Code (IGCC)
1318 >> Heating and cooling system motor AC
Insulation Class
H
Invoice Description
40HP,3530RPM,3PH,60HZ,286TSC,OPSB,F1
Made To Order
No
Medium Description
Shaft Ground, 40 HP, 3600 RPM, Frame Size 286Tsc, C-Face Mounting, 3 Phase, OPSB Enclosure, 230/460 V, 60 Hz (CEM2538T-G)
Minimum Order Quantity
1 piece
Motor Base Type
Foot Mounted
Motor Frame Size
286TSC
Motor Frame Suffix
TSC
Mounting Orientation
Horizontal
Mounting Position
F1
NEMA Design Code
B
Number of Phases
3
Number of Poles
2P
Number of Poles (High)
2
Number of Speeds
Single Speed
Order Multiple
1 piece
Output Power
40 Hp
Power Factor
89 %
Product Name
Shaft Ground
Product Net Depth / Length
31 in
Product Net Height
19.625 in
Product Net Weight
328 lb
Product Net Width
23.75 in
Product Type
Undefined
Quote Only
No
Rated Current (In)
92 A | 46 A
Rated Efficiency
92.40 %
Rated Speed
3530 r/min
Selling Unit of Measure
piece
Service Factor
1.15
Shaft Diameter
1.63 in
Shaft Grounding
Shaft Grounding
Short Description
40 HP, 3600 RPM, Frame Size 286Tsc, C-Face, 3 PH, OPSB, 230/460 V
Standards
NEMA
Starting of Motor
Direct On Line
Stocked At (Warehouses)
China | Alabama, United States | Alaska, United States
Synchronous Speed (vsyn)
3600 r/min
Type of Duty
Continuous
UNSPSC
26101105
Voltage Rating
230 V | 460 V
Feature: Shaft grounding is integrated into the motor design, actively reducing stray currents and bearing wear. Business impact: longer bearing life, lower maintenance costs, and less unscheduled downtime. Application: conveyors, pumps, and other continuous-duty drives in manufacturing and process facilities. Feature: OPSB enclosure combined with a C-Face drive end flange and 286TSC frame for rugged installation. Business impact: protects internal components from dust and environmental exposure, enabling reliable operation in harsh plants. Application: automotive, metals processing, and chemical processing environments. Feature: Voltage and speed compatibility—230/460 V, 60 Hz, 3530 r/min, 3-phase, 2-pole design with direct-on-line starting. Business impact: straightforward integration with existing VFDs or line power, reducing extra drive hardware and commissioning time. Application: general-purpose industrial drives, conveyors, and pumps. Feature: Premium efficiency rating of 92.40% and service factor 1.15. Business impact: lower energy costs, improved system efficiency, and improved duty-cycle performance. Application: continuous-duty applications where energy savings and reliability are priorities. Feature: Stocked at multiple warehouses with zero-day lead time. Business impact: minimizes downtime, accelerates procurement, and simplifies maintenance planning. Application: repair shops, OEMs, and end users requiring rapid replacements. Feature: 286TSC frame, 1.63 in shaft diameter, 328 lb weight, and C-Face mounting. Business impact: helps ensure mechanical compatibility with standard ABB Baldor-Reliance footprints and facilitates quick installation across existing bases. Application: retrofit projects and new equipment builds in process industries.
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FAQs
The 7BCEM2538T-G is a 40 HP, 3‑phase motor designed for 230 V or 460 V operation at 60 Hz. It features a 286TSC frame, C-Face drive end flange, and foot mounting options, enabling straightforward integration with standard ABB Baldor-Reliance bases and existing equipment footprints.
Key specs include 40 HP output, 3530 r/min rated speed, 92.40% efficiency, service factor 1.15, frame 286TSC, shaft diameter 1.63 in, and a 60 Hz, 3‑phase design. It uses OPSB enclosure and is intended for continuous-duty applications with Direct On Line starting.
Yes. The shaft-grounding design reduces bearing currents, improving reliability in conveyors and pump systems. The OPSB enclosure provides environmental protection in dusty or oily environments, and the 40 HP rating with 3‑phase 60 Hz operation aligns with common process-industry drive trains.
The motor carries CSA, CSA EEV, and UR certifications and adheres to NEMA standards. Insulation is rated for high-temperature service (Insulation Class H), supporting safe operation in North American facilities.
With its premium efficiency rating and shaft-grounding design, expect reduced energy costs and longer bearing life. The unit is stock-available from multiple warehouses, reducing downtime, and comes with standard warranty terms that require warranty returns for defective products, supporting reliability-driven ROI.