Century SK1052 1/2 HP 3450 RPM 115/230V 56C Pool Pump Motor

Century SK1052 1/2 HP 3450 RPM 115/230V 56C Frame Pool Pump Motor

The Century SK1052 is a high-performance 1/2 horsepower single-phase pool pump motor engineered for reliable residential swimming pool filtration systems. Operating at 3450 RPM with dual-voltage 115/230V capability, this single-speed motor features a NEMA 56C face mount (less base), an Open Drip-Proof (ODP) enclosure, a corrosion-resistant 303 stainless steel keyed shaft, and automatic thermal overload protection to ensure dependable continuous-duty water circulation.

Key Specifications

• Part / Model Number: SK1052
• Brand / Manufacturer: Century 
• Horsepower: 1/2 HP
• Speed: 3450 RPM (Single Speed)
• Voltage: 115 / 230 Volts AC (Dual Voltage)
• Amperage: 10.6 / 5.3 Amps
• Phase: Single Phase (1 Ph)
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• Frame Size: NEMA 56C Frame (C-Face Mount, No Base)
• Shaft Specifications: 0.625" (5/8") Diameter x 2.06" Length Keyed Shaft
• Overall Length ("C" Dim): 13.06 Inches (13-1/16")
• Enclosure Type: ODP (Open Drip-Proof)
• Rotation: Counterclockwise Pump End (CCWPE)
• Service Factor: 1.6 S.F.
• Thermal Protection: Automatic Overload Protection
• Bearings: Sealed Ball Bearings (304 Ball Bearing on Shaft End)
• Max Ambient Temperature: 50°C (122°F)

Product Features & Fitment

Built specifically for swimming pool pump wet ends, the Century SK1052 incorporates a robust capacitor-start design and a two-compartment sealed switch housing to prevent moisture and chemical vapor ingress. Its 303 stainless steel shaft and high service factor (1.6 S.F.) provide exceptional durability against continuous hydraulic loads and outdoor weathering. The standard 56C face-mount design allows direct bolt-on compatibility with leading residential pool pump wet ends.