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BALDOR General Purpose Motor: Rigid Base Mount, Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 1/2 hp - Rigid Base 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motors
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BALDOR General Purpose Motor: Rigid Base Mount, Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 1/2 hp

The BALDOR General Purpose Motor (SKU 3G-OTH-54929, MPN EM3538) is a Rigid Base 3-Phase AC motor with a Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) enclosure. It delivers 1/2 hp at 1,764 RPM (60 Hz) and operates at 230V AC…

SKU 3G-OTH-54929

Also listed as: EM 3538 · EM-3538

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BALDOR
Item
General Purpose Motor: Rigid Base Mount, Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 1/2 hp
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Rigid Base 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motors
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
EM3538
Type
Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 1/2 hp
AC/460V AC
230V
Motor Enclosure
TEFC
Nameplate RPM @ 60 Hz
1,764 RPM
Full Load Current @ 60 Hz
0.90/1.8/1.9 A
Nameplate Voltage @ 60 Hz
230V AC

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Product Description

The BALDOR General Purpose Motor (SKU 3G-OTH-54929, MPN EM3538) is a Rigid Base 3-Phase AC motor with a Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) enclosure. It delivers 1/2 hp at 1,764 RPM (60 Hz) and operates at 230V AC with a full load current of 0.90/1.8/1.9 A. This motor is designed for general-purpose industrial applications requiring a rigid base mount.

Supplied to the Philippines — compatible with 60 Hz installations. DHL Express delivery to Manila, Quezon City, Cebu, customs and duties handled door-to-door.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BALDOR EM3538 general purpose motor used for?

The BALDOR EM3538 is a 1/2 hp, 230V AC, 1,764 RPM TEFC motor with rigid base mount, designed for industrial applications like pumps, fans, conveyors, and compressors that require reliable, continuous-duty operation in clean or mildly dusty environments.

What are the specifications of the BALDOR EM3538 motor?

The BALDOR EM3538 is a 1/2 hp, 230V AC, 3-phase motor with TEFC enclosure, rigid base mount, nameplate RPM of 1,764 RPM at 60 Hz, and full load current of 0.90/1.8/1.9 A. It is a general-purpose AC motor suitable for many industrial drives.

Where to buy the BALDOR EM3538 motor worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the BALDOR EM3538 motor to customers worldwide. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your site. Contact us for a quote and lead time on this rigid base TEFC motor.

How to select the right BALDOR general purpose motor for an application?

To select the right BALDOR motor, match the horsepower, voltage, RPM, and enclosure (TEFC) to your load requirements. For the EM3538, ensure your power supply is 230V AC, 3-phase, and that the rigid base mount aligns with your equipment's mounting pattern.

Used in

Common applications for BALDOR
Pump drives — BALDOR TEFC rigid base motors (e.g., M3542-5) for centrifugal and positive displacement pumps in water treatment
Conveyor systems — BALDOR ODP motors (e.g., EM2531T) for material handling in warehouses and manufacturing lines
Fan and blower applications — BALDOR C-face motors (e.g., VEBM3611T-D) for HVAC and industrial ventilation
Compressor units — BALDOR TEFC motors (e.g., EJMM3710T) for reciprocating and rotary screw compressors
Machine tool spindles — BALDOR high-speed ODP motors (e.g., EM31111) for lathes and milling machines
Agitators and mixers — BALDOR rigid base motors (e.g., EM4100T) for chemical processing and food production

BALDOR Products

3G Electric supplies BALDOR rigid base 3-phase general purpose ac motors. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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