HVAC General Purpose

Baldor-Reliance® HVAC General Purpose motors are versatile, reliable, and energy-efficient motors engineered for HVAC systems in a wide range of commercial and industrial applications.

Powering HVAC Performance with Versatility and Efficiency

Baldor-Reliance HVAC General Purpose Motors deliver dependable performance, energy efficiency, and installation flexibility for a wide range of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning applications. Built to handle demanding environments, these motors feature rugged construction, multiple enclosure options, and inverter-ready designs—making them the ideal choice for air handlers, fans, pumps, and more.

Technical data

Designed specifically for use on commercial refrigeration condenser units and air conditioning units requiring three phase TEAO construction for use in low temperature environments.

Up to 100Hp

Power range 1 - 50 Hp (0.75 - 37 kW) for TEFC, 1 - 100 Hp (0.75 - 75kW) for ODP, 1/4 - 10 Hp (0.2 - 7.5 kW) for TEAO, 1/3 - 5 Hp (0.25 - 3.7 kW) for Resilient Base design

Up to 404T

NEMA Frame

Protection IP22 | IP44

for indoor and outdooor use

Enclosure TEFC, TEAO, ODP

for versatility in HVAC applications

Standard F2

mounting options available for 2-50 Hp (1.5- 37 kW) ODP designs

Meets NEMA Premium®

efficiency requirements

Explore the key features and benefits

Baldor-Reliance condenser fan motors feature extended shafts for direct fan mounting, ball bearings for durability, and ODP or TEAO enclosures—making them ideal for continuous-duty performance in outdoor HVAC condenser applications.

Inverter Duty

Baldor-Reliance three phase motors are suitable for inverter use per NEMA MG1 Part 31.4.4.2.

Shaft Grounding*

*External provisions for bearing current mitigations

Versatile

Choose rugged cast iron or rolled steel to match your environment—available in TEFC, TEAO, ODP, and resilient mount enclosures for any HVAC need.

Optimized performance

Built for long life and reliability, these motors run cooler under load with Class F insulation and a 1.15 service factor, ensuring extra protection in demanding HVAC conditions.

Energy Efficient

Baldor-Reliance® motors meet or exceed all efficiency requirements for US, Canada and Mexico regulations, regardless of voltage.

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