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ABB M3BP 160MLC 2

Series: M3BP

Source: https://www.abb.com/global/en/products/3afp9180003

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ABB lists the M3BP 160MLC 2 as a three-phase induction motor. The rated output is 18.5 kW. The motor is two-pole, which at 50 Hz gives a synchronous speed of 3,000 rpm. The housing is frame size 160. The protection class is IP55, IP56, IP65 and IP66. The efficiency is 93 per cent at full load, 93.5 per cent at 75 per cent load and 93.2 per cent at half load. Mounting arrangements to IEC 60034-7: B3, B5, B8, B35, V1, V3, V5 and V6. Stated countries of manufacture: India, China, Poland and Finland. The data is based on the Australian MEPS registration under the GEMS Determination 2019; measured to IEC 60034-2-1 (Edition 2.0). Rated output across the ABB range ranges from 0.75 to 185 kW; the M3BP 160MLC 2 sits at the bottom of that range with 18.5 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the M3KP200MLA8 below it with 15 kW and the M2BA 180MLA 2G above it with 22 kW. 2143 ABB models across 2 series are on record. The model is listed under Electric motors. 22 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

ABB M3BP – process performance motors in cast-iron frames: frame sizes 80 to 355, 0.75 to 185 kW, how to read the type code

M3BP is ABB's standard three-phase motor with a cast-iron frame for the process industries – pumps, fans, compressors and conveyors in chemicals, paper, water and mining. The type code follows ABB's system: M for motor, 3 for the generation, B for the cast-iron frame, P for 'process performance'. Then come the IEC frame size (shaft height in mm), the frame length letter (S, M, L with sub-variants A to F) and the number of poles – 'M3BP 132 SMB 4' is therefore a four-pole motor with a 132 mm shaft height in medium length. Trailing letters such as B, G or L mark the winding and voltage variant.

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In the register the series comprises 364 versions from frame size 80 to 355 with rated outputs from 0.75 to 185 kW, two- to eight-pole. Full-load efficiencies run from 74.1 % on the smallest to 97.2 % on the large motors; the data come from energy-efficiency registrations that list efficiency at 50, 75 and 100 % load for each type. Protection is at least IP55 throughout, mostly optionally up to IP66, and mounting arrangements range from B3 (foot) through B5 and B35 (flange) to the vertical forms V1 to V6. Finland, Poland, India and China are recorded as manufacturing locations.

The cast-iron frame distinguishes the M3BP from its aluminium sibling M3AA: it is heavier, stiffer, more resistant to chemicals and allows higher bearing loads – the motors recorded in the register weigh 16 to 1,065 kg.

When buying or replacing, what matters is frame size and mounting (shaft height and flange dimensions are standardised in IEC 60072 and thus interchangeable between makers), the efficiency class to IEC 60034-30 (IE2 or IE3 depending on year and market) and suitability for inverter duty.

Sources: Kennwerte der Modelle ABB M3BP (MEPS-Registrierungen), ABB IEC-Niederspannungsmotoren (Hersteller), ABB Line Card IEC Low voltage motors (2019)

Technical data

Engine

Rated output18.5 kWcorrect

Electrical data

Rated voltage230/400/415/690/500 Vcorrect
Number of poles2correct
Protection classIP55, IP56, IP65, IP66correct
Frame size160correct
Mounting (IEC 60034-7)B3, B5, B8, B35, V1, V3, V5, V6correct
Efficiency at full load93 %correct
Efficiency at 75 % load93.5 %correct
Efficiency at half load93.2 %correct

Origin and approval

Country of manufactureIndia, China, Poland, Finlandcorrect

Other data

Standard appliedGreenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards (Three Phase Electric Motors) Determination 2019correct
Test methodIEC 60034-2-1 (Edition 2.0)correct

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the ABB M3BP 160MLC 2 have?

The ABB M3BP 160MLC 2 delivers 18.5 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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Other models in this series

M3BP 080 MD 4G

M3BP 090 SLD 4B

M3BP 100 LE 4B

M3BP 100L 6

M3BP 100L 6B

M3BP 100L6

M3BP 100LA 4L

M3BP 100LB 2

M3BP 100LB 2B

M3BP 100LB 8

M3BP 100LB 8B

M3BP 100LB8

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