Powering efficiency and reliability in a wider range of applications

ABB’s IE6 Hyper-Efficiency Synchronous Reluctance (SynRM) motors set a new benchmark for industrial sustainability and performance. Designed to deliver consistent, high efficiency in demanding applications, these motors help reduce energy consumption, cut CO₂ emissions, and maximize productivity, without compromising reliability.

 

Now available in large frame sizes from 110 to 450 kW, ABB IE6 Hyper-Efficiency SynRM motors are purpose-built for industries where performance, precision, and uptime matter most. 

 

ABB IE6 Hyper-Efficiency SynRM motors are engineered to help customers stay ahead of rising energy costs and sustainability demands. With an advanced magnet-free design and no rare earth materials, they deliver anticipated IE6 Hyper-Efficiency levels while reducing operational risk and environmental impact.

 

What is IE6 Hyper-Efficiency?

IE6 Hyper-Efficiency is an anticipated efficiency class which ABB – along with many other industry bodies - defines as having 20 percent lower losses than comparable IE5 products.

 

 

Product benefits

<p>Designed to operate at the highest efficiency levels, ABB&nbsp;IE6 Hyper-Efficiency SynRM motors deliver consistent performance, long-term reliability, and tailored configurations to meet the demands of advanced industrial applications.</p>

Anticipated IE6 Hyper-Efficiency

<p>Stay ahead of the curve with motors designed to exceed today’s efficiency standards. The magnet-free SynRM technology maximizes operational performance while lowering total energy usage and emissions, supporting long-term sustainability goals.</p>

Magnet-free, rare-earth-free design

<p>By eliminating permanent magnets and rare earth materials, ABB IE6 Hyper-Efficiency SynRM motors reduce supply chain dependency, improve long-term availability, and deliver stable, predictable performance throughout their lifecycle.</p>

Durable design

<p>Built to last, these high-performance motors are engineered for continuous operation in demanding industrial environments. The robust design minimizes wear, reduces maintenance requirements, and ensures consistent reliability over time.</p>

Customization

<p>Each motor can be individually configured to meet specific operational requirements. This ensures an optimized solution that maximizes efficiency, performance, and overall value, perfectly matched with ABB variable speed drives.</p>

Rethinking Energy Efficiency for Modern Industry

Transforming Industries Through Energy Efficiency, explores how advanced electric motor technologies are helping industries accelerate progress toward sustainability and net-zero goals. Delivered in partnership with ABB and Reuters Events, the session features practical insights, proven upgrade strategies, and real-world case studies demonstrating how organizations can reduce energy use, lower costs, and cut emissions while strengthening long-term operational performance.

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