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RXT Series: Reliance® Legacy Motors

The Reliance® RXT Series of legacy motors is specifically engineered to provide strong, heavy-duty solutions for industries with demanding operational needs. Designed for applications in power generation, mining, cement, pulp and paper, chemical processing, water and wastewater, and the oil and gas sector, these motors are known for their outstanding performance and dependability.

ABB's RXT Series of Reliance® legacy motors - full video

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Offered in both TEFC (totally enclosed fan-cooled) and open configurations, the RXT Series provides customizable modified-to-order (MTO) and engineered-to-order (ETO) options. This ensures that each motor can be precisely configured to meet the unique requirements of customers, even for the most challenging and specialized applications.

Constructed for exceptional durability and long service life, RXT Series motors can be configured to surpass NEMA Premium® energy efficiency standards. Their meticulous design and adaptable features make them the ideal choice for powering critical equipment in harsh and demanding environments.

RXT Series: Reliance® Legacy Motors

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No Time for Downtime

  • Designed specifically for the North American market, this true NEMA motor offers rugged performance and exceptional versatility.
  • MTO and ETO motors are customized to meet the demands of challenging environments.
  • Proven reliability ensures a lower total cost of ownership and contributes to improved operational efficiency.
  • Developed with decades of expertise from experienced Reliance® engineers.
  • Supported by ABB’s dedicated Large Motors salesforce committed to delivering long-term value.

Key Benefits

  • Lower the operational expenses by leveraging energy efficiency that meets or surpasses NEMA electrical and mechanical performance standards.
  • Minimize downtime with a strong and long-lasting machine built to endure the most severe conditions.
  • Count on a Reliance®-designed and engineered motor with customized specifications to precisely match user requirements.
  • Enhance the customer sustainability efforts by reducing electricity consumption.

Main Features

Source: ABB Motors and Drives North America

   
Output power Up to 1750 HP
Frame size 5008-5012; 5810-5812
Number of poles 2 to 8+
Voltage 380-6600 V
Frequency 50/60 Hz DOL, VSD
Service Factor DOL = B @ 1.0SF / F @ 1.15SF, VSD = 1.0 @ F rise
Insulation Class F
Cooling TEFC, TEBC, WPI, WPII, TEAAC, TEWAC (IC01, IC611, IC81W)
Protection IP23 (WPI), IP24W (WPII), IP55 (TEAAC & TEWAC); TEFC, TEBC*
Shaft heights NEMA frame - 5000 at 12.5”, 5800 at 14.5”
Bearings Antifriction & Sleeve
Mounting Horizontal
Standards NEMA MG 1, CSA
Explosive area classification Class 1, Division 2

*5800 shaft height only

Industries

  • Data Centers
  • Power Generation
  • Metals
  • Water and Wastewater
  • Chemical, Oil, and Gas
  • Mining and Minerals
  • Pulp and Paper

Applications

  • Mills
  • Compressors
  • Extruders
  • Centrifugal pumps
  • Fans
  • Conveyors

Built to Keep Moving

Quality Assurance

  • ISO 9001
  • ISO 14001
  • CE-Marking

Design Lifetime

  • 25 years
  • 20,000 starts per lifetime

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