SIEMENS INTRODUCES NEW XP100 EXPLOSION-PROOF MOTORS

Exceptional Performance for Extreme Applications

ATLANTA, May 17, 2011 — Siemens Industry, Inc., a leader in the development and manufacturing of innovative motors, introduces its toughest line-up to date, the XP100 (1-300 hp), designed specifically for hazardous operating environments such as the petrochemical and chemical processing, mining, and grain handling industries.

The Siemens line of XP100 motors are UL® and CSA listed for gas and dust ignition-proof environments and are suitable for Division 1, Class I, Groups C & D, Class II, Groups F & G, hazardous area classifications. They are also available for drill rig duty in Division 1, Class I, Group D hazardous locations. Their advanced electrical design meets or exceeds the requirements of the Energy Independence & Security Act of 2007 (NEMA MG1 – table 12-12).  Siemens is a NEMA Premium® licensee.  Therefore, all XP100 motors bear the prestigious NEMA Premium® logo.

Available from stock with ratings from 1 hp through 300 hp and modifiable to specific customer needs, the XP100 motors combine durability, superior operating performance and energy efficiency into a single package. “Siemens has been manufacturing motors since 1860, and the product development of the XP100 took into account the vast extremes that are required from our end users, allowing our design team to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers and government and industry certifications,” says John Caroff of Siemens Drive Technologies Division.

The Siemens XP100 explosion proof motor features a cast iron frame and bearing housings that provide high structural strength.

In addition to the use of all cast iron construction, the XP100 features epoxy enamel paint, polycarbonate cooling fan, non-hygroscopic insulation, corrosion resistant hardware and stainless steel nameplate to reduce the effects of industrial contaminants, moisture and extreme weather conditions.

The stator insulation system design and components result in an anti-corona system that can withstand voltage spikes caused by fast switching IGBTs from adjustable speed drives.  Each die cast aluminum rotor assembly is balanced for extended bearing life and includes a high strength carbon steel (C1045) shaft for maximum performance.

Siemens XP100 motors are available with a wide range of options such as QuikMOD modifications (2 days or less) and customer specific designs.

For more information about the XP100 visit http://www.sea.siemens.com/us/Products/Electric-Motors/NEMA-AC-Motors/Pages/Hazardous-Duty.aspx

XP100 Hazardous Duty Motors – Technical Overview

HP Range                                1-300

Frame Size                      140-440

Efficiency                              NEMA Premium(MG Table 12-12)

Voltage                         208-230/460V, 230/460V, 460V, 575V

Service Factor                  1.0 sine wave

Electrical Design                       NEMA Design B

Hazardous Classification                XP100 – C&D, CL II F&G Div 1 T3C

XP100 ID1 – CL 1 Gr. D, Div 1 T2A

Insulation                              Class F NEMA, MG1 Part 31

Temperature Rise                        Class B @ 1.0 SF, Class F @ 1.15 SF, Sine wave

Conduit Box (oversized)         Cast iron

Fan Cover                               Cast iron

Cooling Fan                     Bi-directional – polypropylene

Shaft                           High strength C1045 carbon steel

Bearing Housings                        Cast iron

Bearings                                Double shielded.  Regreaseable inlet and outlet

Lube Inlet Fittings                     Alemite

Lube Relief Fittings                    Plug

Vibration                               0.08 IPS or lower

Nameplate                               Stainless steel engraved

Hardware                                Corrosion resistant

Siemens Industry

Siemens Industry, Inc. is the U.S. affiliate of Siemens’ global Industry Sector business—the world’s leading supplier of production, transportation and building technology solutions. The company’s integrated hardware and software technologies enable comprehensive industry-specific solutions for industrial and infrastructure providers to increase their productivity, sustainability and profitability. The Industry Sector includes six divisions: Building Technologies, Industry Automation, Industry Solutions, Mobility, Drive Technologies and Osram Sylvania. With nearly 204,000 Siemens Industry Sector employees worldwide, the Industry Sector posted a worldwide profit of $4.7 billion on revenues of $47.3 billion in fiscal 2010.  www.usa.siemens.com/Industry

Drive Technologies

A division of Siemens Industry, Inc., the Drive Technologies Division is the world’s leading supplier of electrical and mechanical products, applications and solutions that cover the entire drive train. Drive Technologies is the global leader in energy-efficient motors and drives, as well as products and services for production machinery and machine tools. Technologies include standard products, industry-specific control and drive solutions, as well as mechatronics support and online services for web-based fault management and preventive maintenance. Drive Technologies provides its customers with energy-efficiency, productivity and reliability in industries as diverse as clean and renewable energy, transportation, oil and gas, utilities, metals and mining, machinery manufacturing and machine tools. With nearly 36,000 employees worldwide, the Drive Technologies Division posted worldwide revenues of $9.5 billion in fiscal year 2010. www.usa.siemens.com/drives