ABB VM8537 LV Severe Duty Motor - CSA/UR 60 Hz
Part Number: 7BVM8537
Quick Summary
VM8537 is a 0.5 HP LV severe-duty motor for reliable 3-phase industrial drives. In demanding environments, engineers often confront heat, vibration, and mounting constraints that erode uptime and increase maintenance. This motor is designed to address those challenges with a TEFC enclosure and a robust 56C frame that support long service intervals and predictable performance. It carries regulatory credibility with CSA | UR listing and RoHS compliance, helping OEMs meet stringent requirements. By aligning with standard 230 V (and 460 V) 3-phase systems, it enables smooth integration into existing lines, reducing retrofit risk and total cost of ownership while delivering solid torque characteristics for continuous-duty applications.
Product Information
Extended Description
7BVM8537 ABB: Severe Duty Motor 0.5 Hp 230 V (VM8537)
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
.5HP,3450RPM,3PH,60HZ,56C,3410M,TEF
Ambient Temperature
40 °C
Bearing
6203, Ball
Bearing NDE
6203
Brake Present
No
Brand / Label
Baldor-Reliance®
Catalog Number
VM8537
Certification Agency
CSA | UR
Country of Origin
United States (US)
Customs Tariff Number
85015100
Design
B
Drive End Flange Type
C-Face
Efficiency Level
Not Regulated / Exempt | Undefined Efficiency
Electrical Data
Enclosure Type
TEFC
Frame Material
Steel
Frame Size
Undefined
Frequency (f)
60 Hz
Global Commercial Alias
VM8537
Gross Volume
1400.25 inÂł
Gross Weight
25 lb
Horsepower Rating UL/CSA
0.500 Hp
Insulation Class
F
Invoice Description
.5HP,3450RPM,3PH,60HZ,56C,3410M,TEFC,F1
Made To Order
No
Medium Description
Frame Size 56C, 3 Phase, TEFC Enclosure, (VM8537)
Minimum Order Quantity
1 piece
Motor Base Type
Footless
Motor Frame Size
56C
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
0.5 Hp
Power Factor
63 %
Product Name
LV Severe Duty Motors
Product Net Depth / Length
13.813 in
Product Net Height
9.375 in
Product Net Weight
25 lb
Product Net Width
10.813 in
Product Type
Undefined
Quote Only
No
Rated Current (In)
2 A | 1 A
Rated Efficiency
68 %
Rated Speed
3450 r/min
RoHS Information
RoHS Compliant
Selling Unit of Measure
piece
Service Factor
1.25
Service Factor Percentage
1.25 %
Shaft Diameter
0.63 in
Short Description
Frame Size 56C, 3 PH, TEFC,
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
26101112
Voltage Rating
230 V | 460 V
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The VM8537 uses a TEFC enclosure and a 56C frame to resist dust, moisture, and incidental contact, delivering longer motor life in conveyors and pumps with minimal protective sealing. This translates to fewer unplanned downtime events and lower maintenance costs in continuous operation environments. Application: material handling systems, pumps, and fans in manufacturing settings benefit from improved reliability and easier service access. Feature → Business Impact → Application: With 0.5 HP output and a rated speed of 3450 r/min (synchronous 3600 r/min), the motor provides balanced torque for light- to medium-load drives, enabling precise control on belt conveyors and automated lines. Application: packaging, bottling, and light-mabricated machinery. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A Service Factor of 1.25 and Insulation Class F improve resilience against voltage sags and thermal stress, reducing risk of thermal overload; users see higher uptime and lower replacement cycles. Application: continuous-duty fans and water-pump systems in harsh environments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Bearing configuration (6203 Ball) and shaft diameter of 0.63 in support reliable coupling with standard drive components, simplifying installation and alignment. Application: retrofit projects and OEM assemblies requiring straightforward compatibility. Feature → Business Impact → Application: RoHS compliance and CSA | UR certification provide regulatory assurance, enabling use in regulated industries and international supply chains. Application: OEM integrations across North America and Europe needing compliant, traceable motors. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Horizontal mounting with F1 position and footless base simplifies installation in compact machinery footprints, reducing mounting hardware needs and space requirements. Application: small to mid-size automation lines and retrofit projects. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 230 V | 460 V voltage rating supports flexible power sourcing, enabling compatibility with existing facility infrastructure and energy-efficient drives. Application: general purpose LV motor installations in mechanical handling and process equipment.
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