B2843 Century 2 hp 3450 RPM 56Y Frame 208-230V Square Flange Pool Motor Century # B2843

Century B2843 2 HP 3450 RPM 56Y Frame Square Flange Pool Motor

The Century B2843 is a 2 horsepower, 3450 RPM pool motor designed as a direct replacement for Century/AO Smith B843 and US Electric EB843 models. It is commonly used in in-ground pool pumps such as PacFab Challenger, Whisperflo, and Pentair.

Key Specifications

• Horsepower: 2 HP
• RPM: 3450
• Voltage: 208-230V, 60 Hz
• Amperage: 11.0-10.2 amps
• Enclosure: Open Drip Proof
• Frame / Diameter: 56Y Frame - Square Flange
• Shaft Dimensions: 5/8" diameter threaded stainless steel shaft
• Rotation: Non-Reversible, CCW facing shaft
• Bearings: Ball Bearings

Product Features & Fitment

This motor features a square flange mounting with four non-threaded bolt holes, compatible with many in-ground pool pumps. It includes automatic overload protection with a service factor of 1.30. Note that this motor does not comply with California Title 20 or New York NYSERDA energy efficiency regulations for single-speed pool motors. Customers in these states should consider upgrading to a variable speed motor such as the Century EVQ225 2.25 THP model to meet local codes.

Cross Reference

• Century/AO Smith B843, 0-196257-07, 196257
• US Electric Equivalent EB843
• Effective July 19, 2021 the US Dept of Energy regulations on single speed, two-speed and booster pumps go into effect

Warranty

• Mechanical Dimensions
• Pool Motor Manual
• Seal Reference Chart