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Product Overview
IE4 Ultra High Efficiency Motor refers to a three-phase induction motor in the IE4 class, one level above IE3 in IEC 60034-30-1 and commonly marketed as ultra high efficiency. Losses are typically around 15 to 20 percent below an IE3 motor of the same rating.
Getting there takes better core steel, more copper in the stator slots, tighter air gaps and a lower-loss fan, which also lower winding temperature and extend insulation life. The motor keeps the standard IEC frame, IP55 enclosure and Class F insulation. IE4 goes a step further with better-grade core steel, more copper in the slot, tighter air-gap control and reduced fan and friction losses, so waste heat is again roughly 15 to 20 percent lower than IE3.
The trade-off is a higher purchase price and a narrower power range than IE3. For equipment that runs most of the year, the energy saving usually repays that premium; for occasional use, IE3 is the more economical choice.
Main points for buyers
- 1Confirm the efficiency class. Check the IE4 marking and ask for efficiency at 100, 75 and 50 percent load, not only the class label.
- 2Match rated speed, not only pole count. A small slip difference changes fan and pump power noticeably.
- 3Check the mechanical interface. Compare frame size, mounting (B3, B5 or B35), shaft diameter and flange with the driven equipment drawing.
- 4Lock down the electrical data. Confirm voltage, frequency and terminal connection before ordering, because special windings take longer than standard ones.
- 5Request the paperwork. Ask for CE and CCC documents, nameplate data and test reports so customs and your own customers have no questions.
When comparing quotations for IE4 Ultra High Efficiency Motor, look beyond the ex-works price. Rated power and frame size set the material content, while copper and silicon steel prices move the figure from month to month. Special voltage, 60 Hz windings, a higher protection class, brakes or encoders add cost, as do test reports and OEM packaging. Order quantity, container loading, sea freight, import duty and local VAT then decide the landed cost per unit, so ask each supplier to quote on the same Incoterm and the same rating.
Typical specification of the IE4 Ultra High Efficiency Motor. Values are standard offers; ratings, voltage and options can be adjusted to your order.
| Parameter | Standard Offer | Customization Options |
| Product type | Three-phase asynchronous induction motor, squirrel-cage rotor | ODM design from your working conditions |
| Model series | YE4 series | Private-label model name on the nameplate |
| Efficiency class | IE4 Super Premium Efficiency (IEC 60034-30-1) | Efficiency test report with the shipment on request |
| Number of poles | 2, 4, 6 or 8 | Pole count selected per order |
| Synchronous speed at 50 Hz | 3,000 to 750 rpm (2 to 8 poles) | Specify the pole count with the order |
| Rated speed at 50 Hz | 690 to 2,980 rpm depending on poles | Depends on power rating and supply frequency |
| Power range | 0.75 to 160 kW | Other ratings on request |
| Frame size | 80 to 315 | Special shaft or flange dimensions on request |
| Rated voltage | 380 V, 400 V or 415 V, three-phase | 220 V to 690 V and other voltages on request |
| Frequency | 50 Hz | 60 Hz winding and nameplate |
| Protection class | IP55 | IP56 or IP65 on request |
| Insulation and temperature rise | Class F insulation, Class B temperature rise | Class H insulation and thermistors on request |
| Duty type | S1 continuous | S2 to S8 on request after thermal check |
| Cooling method | IC411, totally enclosed fan-cooled | IC416 separate fan for VFD operation |
| Mounting | B3, B5 and B35 | V1 and other mounting forms |
| Housing material | Cast iron frame and end shields for most ratings | Aluminium frame on small ratings on request |
| Ambient and altitude | Minus 15 to plus 40 degrees C, up to 1,000 m | Higher altitude or temperature with derating |
| Options | Standard motor without options | Brake, encoder, space heater, explosion-proof, VFD-ready design |
| Certification and quality system | ISO9001, China CCC, EU CE | Inspection and test documents on request |
| Nameplate, color and packaging | Standard nameplate, standard color, export carton | OEM nameplate, RAL color, wooden case |
Final values for a given rating are confirmed on the datasheet issued with your quotation.
Application
The IE4 Ultra High Efficiency Motor is used wherever a reliable, efficient three-phase drive is needed. The sections below cover typical industries, buyer types, selection and day-to-day use.
Application Scenarios
| Industry | Typical Equipment | Why It Fits |
| Pump and HVAC | Water pumps, booster sets, air-handling fans | Long running hours make efficiency gains visible on the energy bill |
| Compressors and blowers | Screw compressors, roots blowers, vacuum pumps | Steady load and high duty cycle suit premium-efficiency motors |
| Variable-speed systems | Fans and pumps run on frequency drives | Efficient motors keep losses low across the speed range when a separate cooling fan is fitted |
| Chemical processing | Agitators, process pumps, exhaust fans | Enclosed construction and Class F insulation for long continuous running |
| Export machinery and OEM equipment | Packaged machines shipped to regulated markets | Meeting the efficiency level avoids redesign and customs questions |
Target Customers
Suitable and Unsuitable Uses
- Pumps, fans and compressors that run most of the year
- Plants with high electricity tariffs or energy-saving targets
- New equipment where lifetime energy cost counts more than purchase price
- Equipment used a few hundred hours a year, where payback is long
- Projects where only the lowest purchase price counts
- Special explosion-proof or brake designs without confirming availability first
Selection Guidance
- 1Define the load. Set required shaft power, starting torque and duty cycle before looking at models.
- 2Choose the speed or type. Run a payback calculation with your running hours and tariff. Choose IE4 where the load is steady and continuous, and IE3 where use is occasional.
- 3Set the environment. Note ambient temperature, altitude, dust, moisture and whether IP55 or higher is needed.
- 4Fix the interface. Confirm voltage, frequency, mounting type, shaft size and the documents your market requires.
Usage Notes
- Compare supply voltage and frequency with the nameplate before connecting, and stay within plus or minus 5 percent voltage.
- Check that the star or delta connection matches the nameplate and the supply.
- Measure insulation resistance before the first start, and again after long storage or damp conditions.
- Align the coupling or set belt tension correctly, since misalignment is a leading cause of early bearing failure.
- Keep the fan cover clear and leave space for airflow around the frame.
- Check the starter and cable: efficient motors can show higher inrush current, so confirm protection settings.
- Fit overload and thermal protection, and respect the permitted number of starts per hour.
