AO Smith Century 7FD1016 1/6 HP 1075 RPM 277V 3-Speed Fan Motor

AO Smith / Century 7FD1016 High Efficiency Indoor Fan Blower Motor, 1/6 HP, 1075 RPM, 3-Speed, 277V, 5-5/8" Diameter

The AO Smith / Century 7FD1016 is a 5.6" diameter (NEMA 48Y frame) high-efficiency direct-drive indoor blower motor engineered for commercial fan coils, unit heaters, and 277V ventilation systems. Operating on 277V single-phase power at 1075 RPM with 3-speed selection, this Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC) motor features quiet sleeve bearings, automatic thermal overload protection, a reversing plug for directional flexibility, and extended mounting studs.

Key Specifications

• Part / Model Number: 7FD1016
• Brand / Manufacturer: AO Smith / Century (Regal Rexnord)
• Horsepower: 1/6 HP
• Speed: 1075 RPM (3-Speed)
• Voltage: 277 Volts AC
• Rated Amperage: 0.8 Amps
• Max Amperage: 0.9 Amps
• Phase: Single Phase (1 Ph)
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• Frame Size / Diameter: NEMA 48Y Frame (5-5/8" Body Diameter)
• Bearings: Quiet Sleeve Bearings
• Capacitor Required: 5 MFD / 370V (Not Included)
• Rotation: Reversible (via Reversing Plug)
• Enclosure Type: Open Air Over (OAO)
• Max Ambient Temperature: 40°C (104°F) Ambient / 50°C Max Rating
• Mounting Type: Resilient Ring Mount / Extended Studs
• Cross Reference Numbers: 7E657, 7FD1016, E020-70021633

Product Features & Fitment

Designed for commercial 277V air-moving applications, the Century 7FD1016 features a rolled steel 48Y shell and an Open Air Over (OAO) design to ensure continuous cooling during operation. Its 3-speed lead configuration allows precise airflow balancing, while the sleeve bearing construction yields ultra-quiet performance ideal for commercial office spaces, schools, and industrial facilities. Requires a 5 MFD / 370V run capacitor (sold separately).