Fan Motor · 1 HP 230V 2-Speed TEAO 56H Frame · Century C597
Century C597 is a 1 HP, 230V single-phase TEAO fan motor with 2-speed operation and a 56H frame for farm-duty and industrial air-moving equipment. Commonly used where airflow over the motor is available, such as cow coolers and ventilation fans; verify frame, shaft, rotation, and electrical match before ordering.
What this product is for
The Century C597 is a single-phase fan motor for air-moving equipment that requires a totally enclosed air over (TEAO) design. It is commonly listed for cow cooler, farm-duty, and similar ventilation applications where the fan's airflow cools the motor during operation.
Use for
Use for replacement in compatible ventilation fans, agricultural air-moving equipment, and industrial fan assemblies that match the motor's 230V supply, 2-speed operation, 56H frame, and TEAO enclosure. This type of motor is commonly selected when a rigid-base replacement is needed for continuous air circulation equipment.
Avoid for
Avoid using this motor where there is not enough airflow over the motor housing, or where the application requires a different frame, voltage, phase, RPM, shaft configuration, or enclosure type. Do not assume fit from horsepower alone.
Best for
Best for contractors and maintenance buyers replacing an existing Century C597 or matching a farm-duty fan motor with the same electrical and mechanical characteristics. The 2-speed design can suit applications needing either higher airflow or reduced-speed operation, depending on the equipment wiring and control setup.
Installed in
Typically installed in agricultural ventilation fans, cow cooler assemblies, and other fixed air-moving equipment in barns, shops, warehouses, and industrial spaces. Actual suitability depends on the original equipment design and mounting details.
Why this product exists
This motor is built for fan-driven applications where a TEAO enclosure helps protect the motor while using passing air for cooling. Compared with more open motor styles, TEAO construction is commonly chosen where dust, debris, or operating conditions call for a more enclosed motor body.
Compared with similar products
Compared with a single-speed replacement motor, the C597 offers 2-speed operation for equipment designed to use both speed taps. Compared with general-purpose open motors, a TEAO motor is intended for fan applications with airflow over the motor. Always match the original nameplate and application requirements before substitution.
Specifications
- Brand: Century
- Manufacturer part number: C597
- Motor type: Fan motor / farm-duty motor
- Horsepower: 1.0 / 0.29 HP
- Voltage: 230V
- Phase: Single-phase
- Speeds: 2-speed
- Rated speed: 1800/1200 RPM class, commonly listed around 1725/1140 RPM nominal
- Enclosure: TEAO (Totally Enclosed Air Over)
- Frame: 56H
- Mounting: Rigid base
- Typical application: Cow cooler and ventilation fan service
- Buying note: TEAO motors depend on moving air across the motor for cooling. Actual performance depends on equipment design, airflow, load, and installation conditions.
- Voltage230V
- PhaseSingle-phase
- EnclosureTEAO (Totally Enclosed Air Over)
- Frame56H
- Horsepower1.0 / 0.29 HP
- ApplicationCow cooler and ventilation fan service
- MountingRigid base
- Buying NoteTEAO motors depend on moving air across the motor for cooling. Actual performance depends on equipment design, airflow, load, and installation conditions.
- Motor TypeFan motor / farm-duty motor
- Speeds2-speed
- Rated Speed1800/1200 RPM class, commonly listed around 1725/1140 RPM nominal
- BrandsCentury Motor
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