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Franklin Electric 23966185 8" Standard Sand Fighter Submersible Pump Motor 50HP 380V 3PH

Price: $14,855.00
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Usually ships within 1 week
SKU: FEC23966185


Shipping Weight:
347.0 LBS
Shipping Dimensions
Length: 10 In
Width: 18 In
Height: 52 In
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Franklin Electric™

Franklin Electric 8" Submersible Motors

Franklin’s 8-inch submersible motors are typically used in large demanding water wells requiring high flow rates or deeper installations. These motors are tough, built to last, and come in a variety of construction options:

  • Standard – for most water wells
  • Sand Fighter™ - for wells with high levels of abrasives
  • Hi-Temp – for hot water and other harsh conditions
  • Stainless Steel – for aggressive water

These motors are built for vertical operation in 8” diameter or larger water wells. Temperature and time rating are continuous in 30 °C (86 °F) water at 0.5 ft./sec. flow past motor. Rotation is electrically reversible

Franklin Electric 8" Submersible Motors Application Data

These motors are built for vertical operation in 8” diameter or larger water wells. Temperature and time rating are continuous in 86 °F (30 °C) water at 1/2 ft./sec. flow past motor. Rotation is electrically reversible.

Franklin Electric 8" Submersible Motors Features

  • Full 3525 RPM Design Point for Superior Pump Head and Flow Yield
  • Winding Encapsulated in Anti-Tracking Resin
  • Hermetically-Sealed Stator Area
  • Kingsbury-Type Water Lubricated Thrust Bearing
  • FES91 Exclusive Water Based Bearing Lubrication
  • Water Bloc™ Removable Lead Connection
  • Double Flanged Design for Ease of Handling and Pump Mounting
  • Spline Shaft for Maximum Shaft and Coupling Contact
  • Copper Bar Rotor Provides Consistent Design Performance
  • Pressure Equalizing Diaphragm
  • Subtrol Heat Sensors Standard on all 8” Encapsulated 30 °C Motors
  • 3-Lead and 6-Lead (wye-delta) Configurations
  • Pre-Filled with Temperature-Resistant Fill Solution

Franklin Electric 8" Submersible Motor Specifications

  • BODY CONSTRUCTION: 316 Stainless Steel
  • HORSEPOWER: 50 HP
  • VOLTAGE: 3ø, 380V
  • RPM: 3525
  • SERVICE FACTOR: 1.15
  • DOWNWARD THRUST (lbs): 10,000 lbs
  • MAX AMBIENT TEMPERATURE: 86°F/30°C
  • DUTY RATING: Continuous
  • FULL LOAD AMPS: 79
  • LEAD: 3-Wire, XPLE

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Franklin Electric Warranty

Note: Franklin Electric does not offer warranty for products sold over the internet. This warranty coverage is provided by R.C. Worst & Company Inc.

STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY R.C. Worst & Company Inc warrants its products against defects in material and workmanship for a period of time defined below depending on the warranty purchased at the time of ordering product. Warranty starts from the date of shipment from R.C. Worst & Company Inc – provided that such products are used in compliance with the requirements of the Franklin Electric catalog and technical manuals for use in pumping water. Product warranties must be purchased at the time of purchase and will not be available for purchase after the product has shipped.

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Up to 60 months

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Up to 60 months

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Up to 24 months

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60 months*

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36 months*


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24 months*

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24 months*

24 months*

24 months*


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24 months*

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24 months*

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36 months*

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36 months*

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36 months*

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36 months*

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*Maximum warranty period offered for purchase with product

During the warranty period and subject to the conditions set forth, R.C. Worst & Company Inc, at its discretion, will repair or replace to the original user, the parts that prove defective in materials and workmanship.

Start-up reports and electrical schematics may be required to support warranty claims.

Warranty is effective only if authorized control panels are used. Under no circumstance will R.C. Worst & Company Inc be responsible for the cost of field labor, travel expenses, rented equipment, removal/reinstallation costs or freight expenses to and from R.C. Worst & Company Inc service facility.

This limited warranty will not apply: (a) to defects or malfunctions resulting from failure to properly install, operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the printed instructions provided; (b) to failures resulting from abuse, accident or negligence; (c) to normal maintenance services and parts used in connection with such service; (d) to units that are not installed in accordance with applicable local codes, ordinances and good trade practices; (e) if the unit is moved from its original installation location; (f) if unit is used for purposes other than for what it is designed and manufactured; (g) to any unit that has been repaired or altered by anyone other than R.C. Worst & Company Inc or an authorized R.C. Worst & Company Inc service provider; (h) to any unit that has been repaired using non factory specified/ OEM parts.

Warranty Exclusions: R.C. Worst & Company Inc MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF. R.C. Worst & Company Inc SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Liability Limitation: IN NO EVENT SHALL R.C. Worst & Company Inc BE LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM OR RELATED IN ANY MANNER TO ANY R.C. Worst & Company Inc PRODUCT OR PARTS THEREOF. PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY RESULT FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION. R.C. Worst & Company Inc DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY, INCLUDING LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY, FOR IMPROPER INSTALLATION. R.C. Worst & Company Inc RECOMMENDS INSTALLATION BY PROFESSIONALS.

Some states do not permit some or all of the above warranty limitations or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages and therefore such limitations may not apply to you. No warranties or representations at any time made by any representatives of R.C. Worst & Company Inc shall vary or expand the provision hereof.

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