Farm Duty Motor 1/2 HP 1725 RPM 115/230V TEFC 56Y Frame US Motors FD12CM2PZY
Single-phase farm duty motor for auger and agricultural equipment service, rated 1/2 HP at 1725 RPM on 115/230V. TEFC enclosure helps limit dust ingress in typical farm and light industrial environments; actual suitability depends on mounting, load, and local code requirements.
What this product is for
This 1/2 HP single-phase farm duty motor is used to drive augers and similar agricultural or material-handling equipment where a 56Y frame, 1725 RPM output, and 115/230V supply are required. The TEFC enclosure is commonly selected where airborne dust and debris are present.
Use for
Use for auger drives, feed handling equipment, grain handling components, and other farm duty applications that match the motor frame, shaft, voltage, and load requirements. It can also suit some light industrial replacements where the original motor specifications match.
Avoid for
Avoid for applications that require a different frame or mounting style, inverter-duty performance, washdown construction, hazardous location rating, or a different speed. Do not substitute based on horsepower alone.
Best for
Best for replacement of an existing 56Y frame farm duty motor where 1/2 HP, approximately 1725 RPM, and dual-voltage 115/230V single-phase power are specified. TEFC construction is typically preferred over open drip proof designs in dusty service areas.
Installed in
Typically installed in agricultural buildings, barns, feed systems, grain handling setups, and equipment rooms. Check shaft fit, flange or face arrangement, and overall motor length before ordering.
Why this product exists
This motor fills the need for a compact farm duty replacement where standard fractional horsepower performance and enclosed cooling are needed for everyday equipment service. Dual-voltage wiring helps when replacing motors across older 115V and 230V single-phase installations.
Compared with similar products
Compared with general purpose open motors, a TEFC farm duty motor is typically better suited for dusty agricultural environments. Compared with higher speed 3450 RPM motors, a 1725 RPM motor is commonly used where more moderate driven speed and torque characteristics are needed. As a rule of thumb, always match frame and mounting first, then voltage, RPM, and full-load current. Actual performance depends on driven load, starting conditions, and installation details.
Specifications
- Brand: US Motors
- Manufacturer part number: FD12CM2PZY
- Motor type: Farm duty motor
- Horsepower: 1/2 HP
- Speed: 1725 RPM nominal
- Phase: Single-phase
- Voltage: 115/230V AC
- Frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Enclosure: TEFC
- Frame: 56Y
- Approximate overall length: 11.6 in (295 mm)
- Approximate shipping weight: 32 lb (14.5 kg)
- Full-load amps: 8.0/4.0 A and 9.6/4.8 A depending on frequency and voltage listing
- Voltage115/230V AC
- Frequency50/60 Hz
- PhaseSingle-phase
- EnclosureTEFC
- Frame56Y
- Speed1725 RPM nominal
- Horsepower1/2 HP
- Motor TypeFarm duty motor
- Full-Load Amps8.0/4.0 A and 9.6/4.8 A depending on frequency and voltage listing
- Approximate Overall Length11.6 in (295 mm)
- Approximate Shipping Weight32 lb (14.5 kg)
- BrandsUS Motors
- Stock in Flesherton1
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