The 5.5 kW (7.5 HP) YE3 is the most requested motor size for African water pumps, maize mills, fans and compressors. IE3 premium efficiency, IP55 protection, 380 V / 50 Hz standard — factory-direct from Taizhou Liyuan Motor, shipped from Ningbo.
Technical data straight from the Liyuan Motor factory catalogue. MOQ 50 pcs per model. Reference FOB Ningbo: from US$145/pc (4-pole), confirmed with each order.
| Model | Power | HP | Poles | Speed (r/min) | Current @380V (A) | Efficiency (%) | Power factor | Rated torque (N·m) | Tst/Tn | Tmax/Tn | Ist/In | Noise dB(A) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YE3-132S-4 | 5.5 kW | 7.5 HP | 4 | 1446 | 11.2 | 89.6 | 0.83 | 36.52 | 2.0 | 2.3 | 7.9 | 71 | 66 |
| YE3-132M2-6 | 5.5 kW | 7.5 HP | 6 | 964 | 12.7 | 88.0 | 0.75 | 54.48 | 2.0 | 2.1 | 7.0 | 69 | 82 |
The 4-pole (YE3-132S-4, 1446 rpm) is the most commonly ordered version for pumps and mills. Current shown at 380 V / 50 Hz (400 V & 415 V data in the full catalogue). All models: IE3 efficiency, IP55, F-class insulation, duty S1, 380 V / 50 Hz standard.
For bigger pumps, heavier mills and larger compressors. Same series, same factory, same paperwork. MOQ 50 pcs.
| Model | Power | HP | Poles | Speed (r/min) | Current @380V (A) | Efficiency (%) | Power factor | Rated torque (N·m) | Tst/Tn | Tmax/Tn | Ist/In | Noise dB(A) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YE3-132M-4 | 7.5 kW | 10 HP | 4 | 1446 | 14.8 | 90.4 | 0.84 | 49.33 | 2.0 | 2.3 | 7.5 | 71 | 78 |
| YE3-160M-6 | 7.5 kW | 10 HP | 6 | 973 | 16.2 | 89.1 | 0.79 | 73.60 | 2.0 | 2.1 | 7.0 | 73 | 113 |
Across Kenya, South Africa and the wider continent, 7.5 HP is the standard working motor for borehole and irrigation pumps, posho and maize mills, fans, compressors and small conveyors. One size covers most of the machines on your floor.
5.5 kW 4-pole drives the standard centrifugal and borehole pumps used across East and Southern Africa.
The standard drive for maize mills, hammer mills and agro-processing lines in Kenya and beyond.
High starting torque and IP55 protection keep working where voltage dips, dust and humidity are daily facts.
If your machine needs a 7.5 HP motor, the YE3 5.5 kW covers it — with the poles and mounting you choose.
Borehole, surface and centrifugal pumps for farms and towns.
Maize, posho, hammer and feed mills across East Africa.
Industrial fans and cooling units for workshops and buildings.
Compressor drives for workshops, garages and production air.
Belt, screw and chain conveyors for agro and logistics.
Mixers, crushers, grinders and general machinery.
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