ABB Synchronous reluctance (SynRM) motors

Synchronous reluctance technology combines the performance of the permanent magnet motor with the simplicity and service-friendliness of an induction motor.

Powering efficiency and reliability worldwide

ABB’s groundbreaking IE5 Synchronous reluctance motor (SynRM) series is transforming industrial efficiency, performance, and safety with cutting-edge technology. Designed to reduce energy losses and operational costs while improving reliability, these ultra-premium efficiency motors offer tailored solutions for various industrial needs. Pair our breakthrough IE5 SynRM motor with the optimal ABB drive to maximize output, reduce energy use, and lower costs.

 

ABB’s Low voltage IE5 Synchronous reluctance motors combine the simplicity of an induction motor with the exceptional efficiency of a permanent magnet motor. The magnet free design delivers high torque with superior performance, lower maintenance and exceptional reliability resulting in reduced downtime. For industries requiring compact, high-power solutions, ABB's IE5 Synchronous reluctance motor is available in three variations, IE5 SynRM safe area motors, IE5 SynRM Increased safety motors for explosive environments and IE5 SynRM Liquid-Cooled motors which are ideal for applications where airflow could interfere with the process.  

 

With ABB’s innovative SynRM technology, industries can achieve greater energy savings, improved productivity, and long-term cost efficiency.

Explore the key features and benefits

ABB’s IE5 Synchronous Reluctance Motors offer ultra-premium IE5 energy efficiency, reducing operational costs and environmental impact while ensuring exceptional reliability. Available in Increased Safety, Liquid-Cooled, and Safe Areas variants, they ensure durability, minimal maintenance, and sustainability for diverse industries.

Energy efficiency

ABB IE5 SynRM motors reduce energy losses by up to 40% vs. IE3 motors, cutting consumption and CO₂ emissions.

Durable design

Engineered for durability, delivering reliable performance in the toughest conditions.

Flexible for your needs

The motors can be tailored for a precise match with their application

Reliable performance

Built on proven technology with high-quality components for unmatched reliability and performance

Low maintenance

With no magnets, windings, or rotor losses, synchronous reluctance motors ensure simple, induction motor-like maintenance.

Environmental benefits

Environmentally friendly design, ABB SynRM motors don't contain magnets or rare earth metals and help to reduce emissions.

ABB Low voltage IE5 Synchronous reluctance motors catalog

Ultimate efficiency and reliability to optimize your cost of ownership

Typical industries

ABB offers a diverse selection of SynRM motors, utilizing advanced synchronous reluctance technology for optimal performance, energy efficiency, and reliability. Versatile and innovative, these motors serve a wide range of industries.

Food and Beverage, Chemical, Oil & Gas, Marine, Water and Waste Water, HVAC, Rubber and Plastics, Metals, Power

Customer cases

Eisele’s pumps deliver the highest efficiency with IE5 SynRM motors from ABB

With their IE5 ultra-premium efficiency, ABB’s SynRM (synchronous reluctance) motors qualify for ‘green’ subsidies in the German market. The subsidies reduce the payback time for the motors to less than one month.

Sweet savings: ABB’s IE5 SynRM motors help confectionery producers use less energy

Netzsch-Feinmahltechnik, a Germany-based manufacturer of mills for the confectionery industry, has further reduced the energy consumption of its machines by fitting IE5 SynRM motors from ABB. Benefits for confectionery producers include lower energy costs and greater sustainability.

Kuhmo pioneers energy-efficient timber production with ABB SynRM motors and drives

Kuhmo, a Finnish sawmill operator, became the pioneer in utilizing ABB IE5 SynRM motors for timber drying worldwide. Their recent plant upgrade boasts highly efficient ABB motors and regenerative drives, potentially leading to substantial energy savings reaching six figures within a couple of years.

IE5 SynRM motor and drive packages clearly improve energy efficiency in wastewater treatment

At the sewage treatment plant in the North Rhine-Westphalian city of Bocholt, Germany, preventing climate change and improving energy efficiency are two of their most important goals. That’s why the operators selected ABB IE5 SynRM and ABB ACS880-31 ultra-low harmonic drives packages to save energy.

IE5 motors help paint shop realise annual energy saving

Upgrading end-of-life motors to IE5 ultra-premium efficiency motor and drive packages at BMW Group's MINI paint shop in Oxford, UK, has resulted in significant energy savings.

Softening potable water in Germany with ABB’s

In the Ammertal-Schönbuchgruppe (ASG) association’s Ammerbuch-Poltringen waterworks in Germany, ABB IE5 SynRM motor and variable speed drive (VSD) packages are driving compressors to soften clean water in the water treatment system.

Campbell’s Australia cuts costs with ABB SynRM and variable speed drives

An ABB SynRM and variable speed drive (VSD) package has resulted in a considerable drop in energy costs of almost AUD 15,000 annually. CO2 savings of approximately 131 tonnes annually have also been achieved, thereby contributing towards Campbell’s Australia reaching its ambitious sustainability target.

The power of chocolate

The designers at SACMI Packaging & Chocolate have adopted ABB IE5 synchronous reluctance motors (SynRM) paired with the optimal ABB drive, the ideal solution for the conching process, where the product is worked for several hours

Expertise and technology

ABB EcoSolutions

ABB EcoSolutions provides enhanced transparency on the environmental impact across product lifecycle from inception through to disposal. Designed for high recyclability and manufactured with sustainably sourced materials. Made with processes that are designed to avoid waste. Designed to increase resource and process efficiency while in use, be upgradable and optimize the lifetime of equipment and facilities. Provided with instructions for responsible end-life treatment.

IE6 hyper-efficiency with SynRM magnet-free motors

Well-proven synchronous reluctance motor (SynRM) technology is first magnet-free design to reach IE6 hyper-efficiency - an anticipated efficiency level ABB defines as achieving a 20 percent reduction in energy losses against comparable IE5 motors. Early adopters of IE6 hyper-efficiency motors will reap the benefits of reduced energy costs and increased productivity while moving ahead of current sustainability targets.

Ecodesign directive

There is rapidly growing demand worldwide for more efficient products to cut energy consumption, reduce emissions and help to build a more sustainable future.

Energy efficiency

Nearly 70 percent of all electrical energy in industry is used to power motors. They enable applications to run in an industry process, such as pumps moving liquids, or fans moving air. Lowering CO₂ emissions and increasing energy efficiency is critical for our planet, but also for ensuring stable and productive industry operations.

Efficiency calculator

Calculate the potential monetary savings and ROI by upgrading to a more efficient motor. By entering details like voltage, speed IE Class, it will estimate potential savings and payback time, helping you assess the value of the upgrade.

Motion services

ABB Motion Services helps you maximize uptime, extend product lifetime, enhance performance and boost energy efficiency of your motors, generators and drives. Our tailored services and digital solutions keep your operations running profitably, safely and reliably.

ABB Drives

ABB Drives is a global technology leader serving industries, infrastructure and machine builders with world-class variable speed drives, drive systems and packages. We help our customers, partners and equipment manufacturers to improve energy efficiency, asset reliability, productivity, safety and performance.

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