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ABB M3AA160MLA8

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The ABB M3AA160MLA8 is a three-phase induction motor built by ABB. The rated output is 4 kW. The motor is eight-pole, which at 50 Hz gives a synchronous speed of 750 rpm. The housing is frame size 160. The protection class is IP55, IP56, IP65 and IP66. The efficiency is 83.9 per cent at full load, 84.3 per cent at 75 per cent load and 82.9 per cent at half load. Mounting arrangements to IEC 60034-7: B3, B5, B8, B35, V1, V3, V5 and V6. Stated countries of manufacture: Sweden, Poland, Finland and China. The figures come from the Australian MEPS register under the GEMS Determination 2012; measured to IEC 60034-2-1 (Edition 2.0). Rated output across the ABB range ranges from 0.75 to 185 kW; the M3AA160MLA8 sits at the bottom of that range with 4 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the M3MA 132LA 6 below it with 3 kW and the M2BA 132 SMF 6B above it with 5.5 kW. 2143 ABB models across 2 series are on record. The model is listed under Electric motors. 21 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Rated output4 kWcorrect

Electrical data

Number of poles8correct
Protection classIP55, IP56, IP65, IP66correct
Frame size160correct
Mounting (IEC 60034-7)B3, B5, B8, B35, V1, V3, V5, V6correct
Efficiency at full load83.86 %correct
Efficiency at 75 % load84.27 %correct
Efficiency at half load82.91 %correct

Origin and approval

Country of manufactureSweden, Poland, Finland, Chinacorrect
Standard appliedGreenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards (Three Phase Electric Motors) Determination 2012correct
Test methodIEC 60034-2-1 (Edition 2.0)correct

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the ABB M3AA160MLA8 have?

The ABB M3AA160MLA8 delivers 4 kW.

What to check before buying

  • Match the data plate against the order: frame size, mounting and rating have to agree.
  • Check the ingress rating against the installation site — outdoors or in dust the demands differ.
  • Hold the mounting form and dimensions against the existing seat before ordering.
  • The pole count sets the speed — when replacing an older unit, compare this first.
  • For used units, ask about winding condition and bearing play.
  • Ask about parts availability for this series — the running costs hang on it.

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