ABB Water cooled motors

ABB Water cooled motors

Saving money and cutting emissions

  • Superior Cooling Power: ABB water-cooled motors harness the latest cooling technology, ensuring optimal heat dissipation and preventing overheating issues that can affect motor performance.
  • Unleash Performance Potential: ABB water-cooled motors deliver higher ratings per frame size than traditional air-cooled motor designs, even in demanding industrial environments, maximizing productivity and minimizing downtime.
  • Energy Efficiency at Its Best: With a strong focus on sustainability, our water-cooled motors are built to be highly energy-efficient, reducing power consumption and minimizing environmental impact.
  • Exceptional Reliability: ABB water-cooled motors provide optimized heat dissipation capabilities for minimized motor downtime and improved reliability. Our motors undergo rigorous testing to guarantee durability, longevity, and minimal maintenance requirements.
  • Wide Application Range: Whether you operate in marine, water and waste water or any other industry, our water-cooled motors are versatile and cater to a broad spectrum of applications, delivering optimal performance in each use case.
  • Customization for Specific Needs: Our experienced team works closely with you to provide customized solutions tailored to your precise specifications. Our global and local support teams  are available to assist you with technical inquiries, offering prompt and reliable assistance.
Ready to unlock the full potential of ABB's industry-leading water-cooled motors? Contact our team today
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ABB Water cooled motors - Compact. Robust. Powerful.
Low voltage Water-cooled motors catalog

Key benefits

  • Water-Cooled Motors: ABB water-cooled motors provide superior cooling capabilities, ensuring optimal performance and extended motor life.
  • Process Performance Motors: ABB water-cooled motors are specifically engineered for the stringent requirements of various industrial applications. They are designed to deliver reliable and consistent performance, even in challenging operating conditions.
  • Energy Efficiency: Water-cooled motors, especially when operated continuously with a variable speed drive, offer significant energy efficiency benefits. By prioritizing high efficiency, these motors effectively reduce operating costs and overall total cost of ownership (TCO).
  • Reliability and Durability: Our motors are built to withstand the rigors of industrial environments. They are constructed with high-quality materials and undergo rigorous testing to ensure long-lasting performance and minimal maintenance requirements.
  • Wide Range of Applications: Our water-cooled motors find applications across various industries, including marine, water & waste water, and mining. They are ideal choice for some 24/7 industrial applications, like pumps in W&WW.
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Product ranges

Liquid-cooled induction motors
Output power  90 to 2000 kW
 Frame size IEC 280 to 500
 Number of poles 2 to 8 
 Voltages All commonly used voltages    
 Frequency 50 or 60 Hz
 Protection IP 55, IP 56
 Cooling IC71W
Efficiency classes     IE2, IE3, IE4

Liquid-Cooled Synchronous Reluctance Motors
Output power 37 to 710 kW 
 Frame size 200 / 250 / 280 / 315
 Nominal speeds 1500/2100/3000 rpm
 Voltages Up to 690V network voltage    
 Protection IP 55
 Cooling IC71W water jacket cooling system
Efficiency classes     Up to IE5

Water-cooled marine motor set to conquer new markets on shore.

The water-cooled motor in frame size 500 is based on ABB’s well-proven induction platform with low-voltage motor technology.

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