Baldor-Reliance IEC General Purpose Metric Motors & Cross-Brand Configurations
The Baldor-Reliance IEC General Purpose Motor Series (featured model: 7.5 kW 4-pole IEC 132S/M) is Baldor's international metric electric motor platform, designed for North American OEMs building export machinery and global processing plants requiring strict **IEC 60034-30-1 metric mounting standards**. Combining North American heavy-duty manufacturing rigor with global IEC mounting compliance, these motors feature **IE2 High Efficiency, IE3 Premium Efficiency, and IE4 Super Premium Efficiency** ratings. Available in lightweight aluminum frames (IEC 63 to 180) and heavy-duty cast-iron frames (IEC 180 to 355), Baldor IEC motors feature multi-mount removable feet, Class H VFD-rated winding insulation, IP55 enclosure protection, and dual 50Hz/60Hz voltage ratings (230/400V 50Hz & 460V 60Hz). WE DRIVE HONGKONG LIMITED provides full technical selection, fast express sourcing, and 100% direct mechanical replacement cross-references mapping Baldor IEC models to equivalent **ABB M2BAX/M3AA, Siemens 1LE0/1LE1, WEG W22, and SEW DRN Series** metric motors.
Technical Specifications
| Featured Model | Baldor IEC 132SMA4 (7.5 kW, 4-Pole 1450/1750 RPM, 230/400V 50Hz / 460V 60Hz, IE3 Premium, IM B3 Foot) |
|---|---|
| Brand / Manufacturer | Baldor-Reliance (ABB Group) |
| Product Series | IEC General Purpose Metric Three-Phase AC Motors |
| IEC Frame Sizes Covered | IEC 63, 71, 80, 90S/L, 100L, 112M, 132S/M, 160M/L, 180M/L, 200L, 225S/M, 250M, 280S/M, 315S/M/L, 355M/L |
| Energy Efficiency Class | IE2 High Efficiency / IE3 Premium Efficiency / IE4 Super Premium Efficiency (IEC 60034-30-1) |
| Rated Power & Speeds | 0.12 kW to 355 kW (0.16 HP to 480 HP); 2-Pole (3000 RPM), 4-Pole (1500 RPM), 6-Pole (1000 RPM) |
| Mains Voltage Supply | 220-240/380-415V 50Hz, 440-480V 60Hz, 380/660V 50Hz (Global Dual Voltage Standard) |
| Enclosure & Mounting | IP55 Protection Standard (IP56/IP65 Optional); Removable Feet for IM B3, IM B5 Flange, IM B14, IM B35 |
Documentation & Resources
Baldor-Reliance IEC Series Frame Size, Speed & Power Rating Matrix
Selection matrix for Baldor-Reliance IEC general purpose metric motors. Review frame sizes, 4-pole/2-pole power outputs, rated currents, and enclosure materials:
| Metric Frame Size | 4-Pole Power (kW) | 2-Pole Power (kW) | Rated Current (400V 4P) | Frame Material | Mounting Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IEC 63 / 71 | 0.12 kW - 0.37 kW | 0.18 kW - 0.55 kW | 0.42 A - 1.05 A | Aluminum Alloy | IM B3 Foot / B5 Flange |
| IEC 80 / 90S/L | 0.55 kW - 1.5 kW | 0.75 kW - 2.2 kW | 1.45 A - 3.35 A | Aluminum Alloy | IM B3 Foot / B5 Flange |
| IEC 100L / 112M | 2.2 kW - 4.0 kW | 3.0 kW - 4.0 kW | 4.70 A - 8.10 A | Aluminum Alloy | IM B3 Foot / B5 Flange |
| IEC 132S / 132M | 5.5 kW - 7.5 kW | 5.5 kW - 7.5 kW | 11.0 A - 14.5 A | Aluminum / Cast Iron | IM B3 Foot / B5 Flange |
| IEC 160M / 160L | 11.0 kW - 15.0 kW | 11.0 kW - 18.5 kW | 21.0 A - 28.5 A | Cast Iron Heavy Frame | IM B3 Foot / B35 Foot-Flange |
| IEC 180M / 180L | 18.5 kW - 22.0 kW | 22.0 kW | 35.0 A - 41.5 A | Cast Iron Heavy Frame | IM B3 Foot / B35 Foot-Flange |
| IEC 200L / 225M | 30.0 kW - 45.0 kW | 30.0 kW - 45.0 kW | 56.0 A - 81.0 A | Cast Iron Heavy Frame | IM B3 Foot / B35 Foot-Flange |
| IEC 250M - 355L | 55.0 kW - 355.0 kW | 55.0 kW - 355.0 kW | 98.0 A - 620.0 A | Heavy Process Cast Iron | IM B3 Foot Mount |
Global Multi-Brand Metric Motor Cross-Reference Guide
Compare Baldor-Reliance IEC metric motors directly against equivalent global motor brands (ABB, Siemens/Innomotics, WEG, and SEW-EURODRIVE) for 100% 1-to-1 mechanical and electrical drop-in replacement:
| Power & Frame (4-Pole) | Baldor-Reliance Model | ABB Equivalent Model | Siemens / Innomotics Equivalent | WEG Equivalent Model | SEW-EURODRIVE Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.75 kW (Frame 80) | Baldor IEC 80M4 | M2BAX 80M4A / M3AA 80M4 | 1LE0101-0DB22 / 1LE1001-0DB2 | W22 IE3 80M | DRN80M4 / DRS80M4 |
| 1.5 kW (Frame 90L) | Baldor IEC 90L4 | M2BAX 90L4 / M3AA 90L4 | 1LE0101-0EB42 / 1LE1001-0EB4 | W22 IE3 90L | DRN90L4 / DRS90L4 |
| 4.0 kW (Frame 112M) | Baldor IEC 112M4 | M2BAX 112M4 / M3AA 112M4 | 1LE0101-1BB22 / 1LE1001-1BB2 | W22 IE3 112M | DRN112M4 / DRS112M4 |
| 7.5 kW (Frame 132M) | Baldor IEC 132SMA4 | M2BAX 132SMA4 / M3BP 132SMA4 | 1LE0101-1CB22 / 1LE1001-1CB2 | W22 IE3 132M | DRN132M4 / DRS132M4 |
| 15.0 kW (Frame 160L) | Baldor IEC 160MLB4 | M2BAX 160MLB4 / M3BP 160MLB4 | 1LE0101-1DB42 / 1LE1001-1DB4 | W22 IE3 160L | DRN160L4 / DRS160L4 |
| 30.0 kW (Frame 200L) | Baldor IEC 200MLA4 | M2BAX 200MLA4 / M3BP 200MLA4 | 1LE0101-2AB52 / 1LE1001-2AB5 | W22 IE3 200L | DRN200L4 / DRS200L4 |
Expert Technical Sourcing & System Integration Notes
When servicing or sourcing metric motors for international production lines or export-bound machinery, utilizing multi-brand cross-referencing guarantees 100% mechanical interchangeability (shaft diameter, center height, bolt pattern) and complete electrical compliance. Simply supply us with your existing motor nameplate serial number, model code, or photo from any brand (e.g., M2BAX 132SMA4, 1LE0101-1CB22, or Baldor IEC 132SMA4), and our engineering team will provide a 100% compliant replacement specification and competitive price quote.
Core Benchmark Model Standard Configurations
- Baldor IEC 80M4 (0.75 kW IE3)
- Baldor IEC 90L4 (1.5 kW IE3)
- Baldor IEC 112M4 (4.0 kW IE3)
- Baldor IEC 132SMA4 (7.5 kW IE3)
- Baldor IEC 160MLB4 (15 kW IE3)
- ABB M2BAX 132SMA4 Equivalent
- Siemens 1LE0101-1CB22 Equivalent
- WEG W22 IE3 132M Equivalent
- SEW DRN132M4 Motor Equivalent
- Baldor Metric B5 Flange Motor
- Baldor Metric B35 Foot-Flange
- Baldor Metric VFD Duty Motor
- Baldor 230/400V 50Hz Metric
- Baldor 460V 60Hz Metric Motor
- Baldor IP55 Aluminum Metric Motor
- Baldor IP55 Cast-Iron Metric Motor
- Baldor IEC 180MLA4 (18.5 kW)
- Baldor IEC 200MLA4 (30 kW)
- Baldor IEC 225SMA4 (37 kW)
- Baldor IEC 250M4 (55 kW)
