Critical Cooling

ABB’s Baldor-Reliance Critical Cooling Motors feature hybrid ceramic bearings and a lifetime warranty for unmatched reliability and peace of mind

Uncompromising Reliability for Mission-Critical Cooling

When failure isn’t an option, ABB delivers. Baldor-Reliance Critical Cooling motors are purpose-built for applications where uptime is non-negotiable—from data centers and hospitals to research labs and cleanrooms. Engineered to run cooler, longer, and smarter, these motors safeguard the systems that power modern life.

 

With Baldor-Reliance Critical Cooling motors, you're not just buying performance—you’re investing in confidence. Backed by ABB’s global support network and proven legacy in motor technology, these motors are the ultimate solution for cooling systems that simply cannot fail.

Technical data

Critical Cooling motors feature advanced hybrid ceramic bearings, backed by a lifetime warranty against failures caused by shaft currents. ABB further reinforces this commitment to reliability with a comprehensive 5-year motor warranty.

Up to 30Hp

Power range 1 - 30 Hp (0.75 - 22 kW) for induction, 5 - 20 Hp (3.7 - 15 kW) for SP5+FASR rotor

Efficiency IE3/IE5+

NEMA Premium (IE3) and ultra premium (IE5+) available

Enclosure TEAO & TEFC

for protection from debris

Up to 286T

NEMA frame 143T - 286T

Protection IP54

suitable for indoor or sheltered outdoor environment

Warranty 5 year

motor designed for longevity

Explore the key features and benefits

Hybrid ceramic bearings prevent electrical damage, inverter-duty design ensures VFD compatibility, and a lifetime bearing warranty delivers reliable, low-maintenance operation in critical cooling applications.

Fit for purpose

Engineered for the HVAC industry and mission-critical applications where performance and reliability are non-negotiable.

Inverter Duty

Suitable for Inverter Duty per NEMA MG1 Part 31.4.4.2

Bearing

Sealed hybrid ceramic bearings provide robust protection against shaft currents, backed by a lifetime warranty against related bearing failure.

Versatile

Offered as TEAO or TEFC induction motors with line-start capability, or TEFC variable-speed motors optimized for smooth VFD operation.

Efficiency

Induction rotors deliver NEMA Premium (IE3) efficiency, while FASR/synchronous reluctance rotors elevate performance to ultra-premium NEMA Premium 5 (IE5+) levels.

Durable

Robust cast iron or steel construction and Class H insulation ensure durability and reliable performance in high-temperature conditions.

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