Century C249 1/2 HP Hot Water Circulator Pump Motor (56YZ Frame, 115/208-230V)

Century C249 1/2 HP Hot Water Circulator Pump Motor (56YZ Frame, 115/208-230V)

The Century C249 (Part # 196002) is a 1/2 HP, single-phase hot water circulator pump motor designed as an OEM direct replacement for Bell & Gossett, S.A. Armstrong, and Taco hydronic heating pumps. Featuring a 56YZ open drip-proof (ODP) frame, resilient cushion base, and heavy-duty sleeve bearings, this continuous-duty motor is engineered for smooth, quiet, and reliable operation in demanding circulating applications.

Key Specifications

• Brand: Century (Regal Rexnord)
• Model / Part Number: C249 / 196002
• Horsepower: 1/2 HP
• RPM: 1725 / 1800 RPM
• Electrical Voltage: 115 / 208-230V
• Full Load Amperage: 5.8 / 2.8-2.9 Amps
• Phase & Frequency: Single-Phase  / 60 Hz
• Frame Size: 56YZ (6-1/2" Motor Diameter)
• Enclosure Type: ODP (Open Drip-Proof)
• Motor Type: Capacitor Start, Capacitor Run 
• Mounting: Resilient / Cushion Base 
• Bearings: Sleeve Bearings for quiet operation
• Thermal Protection: Automatic Overload Protection
• Shaft Dimensions: 5/8" Keyed Shaft x 1-1/8" Length
• Service Factor: 1.50

Product Features & Fitment

Direct OEM Replacement: Precision-engineered as a drop-in replacement for hydronic heating circulators, the C249 replaces multiple OEM motors including Emerson 3258, Emerson T55CXTHJ1232, Dayton 4UE16, and Dayton 5GD86. It comes finished with the industry-standard special red paint common to hydronic and hot water pump systems.

Built for Continuous Duty: Designed with an ODP enclosure and automatic thermal overload protection, this 1/2 HP motor handles demanding hot water circulation tasks safely and efficiently. The resilient cushion base and sleeve bearing design significantly reduce system vibration and noise, ensuring quiet, long-lasting performance in both residential and commercial heating setups.