Overview
Features & Benefits
- Powered by MagForce High Efficiency Motor with up to 93% efficiency rating that is 5-6 points (7%) greater than standard induction motor construction. Typical duty rate systems can have a payback* of 1 to 2 years.
- Up to 14% energy savings* compared to traditional induction motors.
- Available motor options cover a wide range of pump horsepower needs (up to 175 hp) with fewer SKUs to manage.
- Lighter and easier to handle than standard induction motors.
- When optimized and paired with a Franklin Electric variable frequency drive, expect easy startups and reliable protection for any project.
- Rely on components from a single trusted source for the ultimate in operational compatibility and optimized operation.
- Comes fully supported by the industry’s leading Technical Support professionals and Field Service Engineers.
- *Field trial data.
Ideal for Long-run Applications
- Groundwater remediation
- Drainage water level control
- Municipal/Utility water supply
- Construction site dewatering
- High volume and industrial livestock operations
- Mine site dewatering and tank level control
- Well supply geothermal HVAC systems
Motor Specifications
- Sand Fighter® models are equipped with Franklin’s robust Sand Fighter sealing system for durability against sand or other abrasives.
- Max 3600 rpm (4 pole, 120 Hz); Nominal 3450 rpm (4 pole, 115 Hz) Maximum temperature winding wire NEMA class 200
- Standard rewindable motor with PE2/PA winding insulation
- 8” double flange NEMA mounting design
- All motors with factory installed leads, motor lead length: 19 ft
- Stainless steel shell
- Liquid lubricated radial bearings and high capacity Kingsbury type 10,000 lb thrust bearing for 100% maintenance-free operation
- Pressure-equalizing diaphragm, spring pre-loaded
- Sand slinger
- Nominal ambient temperature: 86°F with 1.5 ft/s cooling flow
- Stainless steel splined shaft
- Max. storage temperature: 5°F to 140°F
- System Supply Voltage: 460/575 V (120 Hz)
- Voltage Tolerance: ± 10 % UN
- Frequency of starts: 10 starts/hour (with min. 3 minutes resting time), equally distributed
- Motor ingress protection IP68
- NSF/ANSI 61 Certified
- Motor installation orientation: Vertical / horizontal (shaft end heightened)
- Rotation counterclockwise facing shaft end (rotation reversible)
Support Material
Featured Downloads
Brochures
 | Municipal Market Brochure |
 | Agriculture Irrigation Solutions Brochure |
 | Lake and Pond Management Brochure |
 | Water Systems Products and Applications Brochure |
 | Beyond the Pump Tools Services Brochure |
Catalogs
 | Motors & Control Boxes Catalog |
Manuals
Bid Specifications
 | 8-Inch & 10-Inch Submersible Motor Bid Specifications |
Certifications
 | NSF/ANSI 61 Water Quality Approval Document |
Order Information
8-Inch MagForce™ High-Efficiency Motor
| HP 120Hz | Type | Volts | Hz |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75-100 hp | Sand Fighter | 460 VAC | 120 Hz |
| 125 hp | Sand Fighter | 460 VAC | 120 Hz |
| 150-175 hp | Sand Fighter | 460 VAC | 120 Hz |