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The World K Series is the global name of our standard AC motors that are usable around the world. Its lineup has been extended with the addition of models conforming to the ROHS Directive.
If you're looking for reliable motors that can be used in various locations around the world, Oriental Motor has the answer with the World K Series. These high-performance models are compatible with major international safety standards of each country and region, and also come in a range of configurations, gearhead types and accessories.
All World K Series models have a built-in overheat protection device and conform to major international safety standards. UL/CSA, CE Marking (Low Voltage Directive), models certified under CCC (China Cumpulsory Certification system) are also available.
Motor Overheat Protection Device
Thermal Protector:
A built-in feature of all motors with a frame size of 2.76 in. (70 mm) or more.
Impedance Protection:
Implemented on all motors with a frame size of 2.36 in. (60 mm) or less.*
*Torque motors with a frame size of 2.36 in. (60 mm) are also equipped with a built-in thermal protector
The World K Series supports the power supply voltages used in major countries. Motors meeting the local voltage standard are readily available in major countries in North America, Europe and Asia.
The World K Series features models that conform to the RoHS Directive that prohibits the use of six chemical substances including lead and cadmium.
RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) Directive:
Directive on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (2002/95/EC).
The RoHS Directive prohibits the use of six chemical substances in electrical and electronic products sold in the EU member states. The six controlled substances are: lead, hexavalent chromium, cadmium, mercury and two specific brominated flame-retardants (PBB and PBDE).
Capacitor-run, single-phase and three-phase motors are available. Lead wire type, terminal box type and conduit box type motors are available depending upon how the power source and the motor are connected.
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World K Series Induction MotorsMeet the power supply voltages of the major countries in the world, which enables the motor to be used for various applications.
Reversible Motors are capacitor-run, single-phase motors. The outward appearance is the same as that of induction motors. These motors are suited for applications where the motor must frequently switch direction.
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World K Series Reversible MotorsMeet the power supply voltages of the major countries in the world, which enables the motor to be used for various applications.
Electromagnetic brake motors feature a power off activated electromagnetic brake for load holding.
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World K Series Electromagnetic Brake MotorsMeet the power supply voltages of the major countries in the world, which enables the motor to be used for various applications.