M2BAX 3-Phase squirrel cage motor 160KW 315SMC4 3GBA312230-BSC IE2

Commission Regulation EU 2019/1781, amendment (EU) 2021/341 sets new requirements for electric motors and variable speed drives.

The International Energy Agency works with countries around the world to shape energy policies for a secure and sustainable future. ABB electric motors and variable speed drives (VSD), which offer the highest levels of energy efficiency, can therefore play a crucial role in containing worldwide energy consumption and in reducing CO₂ emissions.

IE2/IE3 General Performance cast iron motors. Cast-iron motors with premium efficiency class (IE2/IE3) of general application.

Motor size M2BAX 71 80 90 100 112 Motor size M2BAX 132 160 180 200 225 250 Motor size M2BAX 280 315 355

Stator and end shields Material Cast iron

Paint color shade Munsell blue 8B 4.5/3.25

Corrosion class C3 medium.

These motors are especially suitable for OEMs to build into pumps and fans, as well as for gearboxes, conveyors, general machinery and other applications. Some standard designs are available from stock, while customer and application specific solutions are manufactured to order and can be tailored to meet specific needs.

Feet Material Integrated cast iron

Bearings D-end  6203-2Z/C3 6204-2Z/C3 6205-2Z/C3 6206-2Z/C3 6206-2Z/C3

N-end 6202-2Z/C3 6203-2Z/C3 6204-2Z/C3 6205-2Z/C3 6205-2Z/C3

Axially locked bearings Locked at D-end with retaining ring

Bearing seals D-end  V-ring N-end V-ring

Lubrication Permanently lubricated shielded bearings

Measuring nipples for condition monitoring of the

Rating plate Material Stainless steel

Terminal box Material Steel

Corrosion class C3 medium

Cover screws Zinc-electroplated steel

Connections Threaded openings 2xM16, 1xM16 2xM25, 1xM16 2xM32, 1xM16

Max Cu-area mm 4 6 10

With their straightforward, robust design, these high quality motors offer extensive potential for modification. They are available with standard variants, ensuring they can be used in all the main industrial applications. Modular construction makes them highly flexible, and a selection of accessories ensures they meet application requirements and customer needs

Terminals 6 terminals for connection with cable lugs (not included)

Cable glands Glands as option

Fan Material Glass-fiber reinforced polypropylene

Fan cover Material Steel

Paint color shade Munsell blue 8B 4.5/3.25

Corrosion class C3 medium

Stator winding Material Copper Insulation Insulation class F. Temperature rise class B unless otherwise stated.

Winding protection 3 PTC thermistors, 150C

Rotor winding Material Pressure die-cast aluminum

Balancing method Half key balancing as standard

Drain holes Drain holes with closable plastic plugs, open on delivery

Enclosure IP 55 Higher protection on request

Cooling method IC 411

Lifting lugs Integrated cast iron lifting lugs.

The European Union plan targets meeting energy efficiency and CO₂ emission goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to limit the average global temperature increase to 1.5C. With these ambitions in mind, EU member countries have agreed about new requirements in the regulation EU 2019/1781.

The motor has evolved from ABB's long established and market leading IEC low voltage motor range

This latest Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 2019/1781 came into effect in October 2019 and it applies to low-voltage induction electric motors rated at less than 1,000 V alternating current (AC) and to variable speed drives (VSD). The regulation will be implemented in two steps starting on July 1, 2021. The second stage, which expands the scope further and increases the requirements for motors, commences two years later, on July 1, 2023.

Variant codes specify additional options and features to the standard motor. The desired features are listed as three-digit variant codes in the motor order.

Note also that there are variants that cannot be used together. Most of the variant codes apply to IE2 and IE3 motors. For details please contact you ABB sales office before making an order.

Developed from the outset for maximum convenience and easy handling, ABB General performance motors can be used in a wide range of industrial applications. Most General performance motors are stocked both centrally and locally for global off-the-shelf availability and fast delivery worldwide. Documentation is provided online to guarantee quick and easy access.