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Pressurized motors

Equipment protection level Gb and Gc for zones 1 and 2
Ex px, Ex pxe, Ex pz, Ex pze

ABB offers a wide range of high-efficiency motors and generators. Our motors and generators are based on reliable designs, proven in thousands of installations, and provide high productivity in demanding conditions.

ABB's pressurized motors and generators comply with all national and international standards and requirements – including IEC, European (EN), ATEX  and NEMA.

All ABB's pressurized motors and generators are customs designed for an ideal match with each customer and application.

The design of ABB motors and generators with Ex px and Ex pz protection type is based on pressured and purged enclosure. The purging pressure is supplied by a purging system included in the motor design.

Cast iron motors
Sycnchronous

Equipment protection level Gb and Gc for zones 1 and 2

ABB's pressurized cast iron motors are custom designed for an ideal match with each customer and application. Motors comply with international and national standards and requirements, including IECEx and ATEX.

Equipment protection level Db and Dc for zones 21 and 22

ABB's dust ignition proof cast iron motors are custom designed for an ideal match with each customer and application.

Equipment protection level Gc for zones 1 and 2


ABB offers a wide range of synchronous motors for variable or constant speed applications. Our motors are tailor-made within a standard design to meet customer-specific needs, application requirements and grid characteristics. High performance and cost efficiency are achieved through optimal utilization of active materials.

ABB has a long track record in supplying synchronous motors for all types of applications to customers all over the world. The design and performance are constantly updated to include new technologies and field experience. Our global service network and predefined maintenance programs ensure support for all life cycle stages of ABB motors.

The design of ABB synchronous motors with Ex nA protection type prevents sparks and hot surfaces inside and outside of motor enclosure in normal operation conditions.

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