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Service Factor

The service factor is a measure of the periodically overload capacity of a motor without damage. The standard NEMA service factor for enclosed motors is 1.0. Operating a motor continuously above a service factor of 1 will reduce its life expectancy compared to operating at its rated horsepower. The service factor varies depending on the motor's horsepower and synchronous speed, with smaller motors generally having a higher service factor allowance before risking damage from overload.

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Service Factor

The service factor is a measure of the periodically overload capacity of a motor without damage. The standard NEMA service factor for enclosed motors is 1.0. Operating a motor continuously above a service factor of 1 will reduce its life expectancy compared to operating at its rated horsepower. The service factor varies depending on the motor's horsepower and synchronous speed, with smaller motors generally having a higher service factor allowance before risking damage from overload.

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Service Factor

The service factor - SF - is a measure of periodically overload capacity at which a motor can operate without overload
or damage. The NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) standard service factor for totally enclosed
motors is 1.0.

A motor operating continuously at a service factor greater than 1 will have a reduced life expectancy compared to
operating at at its rated nameplate horsepower.

NEMA Service Factor at Synchronous Speed (RPM) for drip proof motors:

Service Factor - SF

Power
Synchronous Speed (RPM)
(HP)

3600 1800 1200 900

1/6, 1/4, 1/3 1.35 1.35 1.35 1.35

1/6 1.25 1.25 1.25 1.25

3/4 1.25 1.25 1.15 1.15

1 1.25 1.15 1.15 1.15

1 1/2 and up 1.115 1.15 1.15 1.15

Example - Service Factor

A 1 HP motor with a Service Factor - SF = 1.15 can operate at

1 HP x 1.15

= 1.15 HP

without overheating or otherwise damaging the motor if rated voltage and frequency are supplied to the motor.

Insulation life and bearings life are reduced by the service factor load.

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