AC Gearmotor · 115 VAC, 50 RPM, open enclosure, parallel shaft · Dayton 52JD94

What this product is for

This AC gearmotor is used to provide low-speed rotary output from a 115 VAC supply in equipment, mechanisms, and light-duty drive assemblies. It combines a shaded pole AC motor with an integral gear reducer for applications needing approximately 50 RPM output.

Use for

Use for conveyors, dampers, feeders, displays, turners, and other light-duty equipment where a parallel single output shaft and geared speed reduction are required. Commonly selected for OEM replacement or maintenance work where the original unit matches voltage, speed, shaft arrangement, and torque.

Avoid for

Avoid for washdown areas, dusty locations, or outdoor installations because this unit has an open enclosure. Do not use where higher starting torque, sealed construction, or precise variable speed control is required unless the application has been properly engineered.

Best for

Best for indoor machinery and control assemblies where 115 VAC power is available and a compact gearmotor with approximately 6 in-lb (about 0.68 N-m) maximum torque is suitable. This style is typically chosen where simple continuous-duty style operation matters more than high torque output.

Installed in

Typically installed in enclosed equipment cabinets, machine frames, process equipment, and OEM assemblies in commercial or industrial settings. Actual suitability depends on mounting, duty cycle, ambient conditions, and guarding around moving parts.

Why this product exists

This product exists to reduce motor speed and increase usable output torque in a compact assembly without requiring a separate motor and gearbox. For buyers replacing an existing gearmotor, matching RPM, voltage, enclosure type, and shaft configuration is usually more important than matching frame style alone.

Compared with similar products

Compared with higher torque gearmotors, this model is intended for lighter loads. Compared with TEFC or washdown gearmotors, the open enclosure allows use in cleaner indoor environments only. As a rule of thumb, gearmotor selection should be based on required running torque, starting load, shaft orientation, and service environment. Actual performance depends on load, cycling, mounting, and application design.

Specifications

• Product type: AC gearmotor
• Brand: Dayton
• Manufacturer part number: 52JD94
• Input voltage: 115 VAC
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• Nameplate speed: 50 RPM
• Maximum torque: 6 in-lb (about 0.68 N-m)
• Full load current: 0.75 A
• Enclosure: Open
• Motor type: Shaded pole
• Shaft arrangement: Parallel, single output shaft
• Gear case material: Die cast