Verified specifications
| Horsepower | 2.0–0.33 HP, 2-speed (2-2-VT) |
|---|---|
| Speed | 3450/1725 RPM, 2/4 pole |
| Voltage | 230V, single-phase, 60 Hz |
| Frame | Y56Y |
| Enclosure | Drip proof (ODP) |
| Service-factor amps | 10.0/3.5A |
| Service factor | 1.1 |
| Construction | PSC high speed / cap start–cap run low speed |
| Shaft | 303 stainless steel 1/2" threaded x 0.9" (5/8" diameter) |
| Rotation | CCW pump end |
| Bearings | Ball/ball |
| Thermal protection | Thermally protected |
| Insulation | Class B |
| Ambient | 40°C |
| Overall length | 14.40" |
| Duty | Two-speed pool pump motor — energy-saving retrofit where VS isn't required |
Heating-system circulator? Different animal — see our Bell & Gossett and Taco pump pages.
Confirming the right replacement
Before we quote, compare these fields on your failed motor's nameplate. If any of them differ, send us a photo of the nameplate and we'll match it exactly rather than guessing:
- Full model number — including any suffix letters
- HP, RPM, and voltage
- Frame size (e.g. 284T) and enclosure (TEFC, ODP, etc.)
- Full-load amps
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