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ABB M3KP225SMA8

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ABB lists the M3KP225SMA8 as a three-phase induction motor. The rated output is 18.5 kW. The motor is eight-pole, which at 50 Hz gives a synchronous speed of 750 rpm. The rated voltage is 400 V. The housing is frame size 225. The protection class is IP55. The efficiency is 90.5 per cent at full load, 90.7 per cent at 75 per cent load and 89.2 per cent at half load. The motor weighs 335 kg. At full load it delivers 241 Nm. Mounting arrangements to IEC 60034-7: B3, B5 and B35. The motor is built in Finland. The values are recorded in the Australian MEPS registration under standard AS/NZS 1359.5:2004; measured to IEC 60034-2-1 (Edition 2.0). Rated output across the ABB range ranges from 0.75 to 185 kW; the M3KP225SMA8 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. 27 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine familyM3correct
Engine familiesM3correct
Rated output18.5 kWcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Weight335 kgcorrect

Electrical data

Rated voltage400 Vcorrect
Number of poles8correct
Protection class55correct
Frame size225correct
Mounting (IEC 60034-7)B3, B5, B35correct
Efficiency at full load90.5 %correct
Efficiency at 75 % load90.7 %correct
Efficiency at half load89.2 %correct

Origin and approval

Country of manufactureFinlandcorrect
Standard appliedAS/NZS 1359.5:2004correct
Test methodIEC 60034-2-1 (Edition 2.0)correct

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the ABB M3KP225SMA8 have?

The ABB M3KP225SMA8 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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