Empire Magnetics Intros WD Series Waterproof AC Motors

Empire Magnetics Inc. (Rohnert Park, CA) introduced its WD Series of stainless steel enclosed ac induction motors, which are available in eight standard frame sizes, and provide reliable operation when subjected to frequent wetting or washdown.

For food service and other washdown applications where the motor is not normally submerged, the units are supplied with cooling fans. For marine or nuclear applications where submerged motors are cooled by the surrounding water, fans are not supplied, but rather the motors are oil filled and pressure compensated. Custom versions for use in reactor pools have also been produced.