Electromotor 900 KW SCHORCH
Overview
Electromotor 900 KW SCHORCH is a high-voltage squirrel-cage induction motor engineered for continuous, high-load duty as a prime mover for medium-to-large compressors, pumps, and process equipment. Rated at 900 kW on a 6.6 kV supply and identified by type KA2454X-BJ01G, this motor operates at 92 A and 1494 RPM, delivering stable torque and low energy consumption for demanding industrial applications across the oil and gas, mining, cement, and water treatment sectors.
As the official authorized partner and exclusive regional representative for SCHORCH, Seven Star LLC proudly supplies this 900 kW high-voltage motor and the wider SCHORCH high-voltage motor range to industrial operators across Oman and the GCC. Every unit is sourced through ATB Schorch’s authorized supply chain, giving plant operators genuine factory build quality, full IEC compliance documentation, and manufacturer warranty coverage.
Operating Principle
As a three-phase squirrel-cage induction motor, this unit operates on electromagnetic induction: the 6.6 kV stator supply establishes a rotating magnetic field that induces current in the rotor’s conductor bars, generating torque that drives the shaft. At a rated current of 92 A and speed of 1494 RPM, the winding and insulation design is optimized for consistent performance with low energy consumption, keeping power losses and heat generation to a minimum across continuous high-load operation.
The motor’s cooling system provides efficient thermal management while its insulation and winding design enhance long-term durability, ensuring stable torque delivery is sustained even during extended continuous-duty cycles where downtime carries a significant operational cost.
Engineering Design of the Electromotor 900 KW SCHORCH
The Electromotor 900 KW SCHORCH (type KA2454X-BJ01G) is built with a robust construction designed for long-term operation even in harsh industrial environments, supporting flexible mounting configurations that simplify integration into existing industrial systems, whether coupled directly to driven equipment or connected through a gearbox arrangement.
Its cooling and insulation systems work together to maintain smooth, vibration-free operation, which in turn helps prolong the service life of connected machinery and reduces overall maintenance costs. This design balance between power delivery and mechanical stability reflects the broader engineering approach SCHORCH applies across its high-voltage motor range.
Key Features
This high-voltage SCHORCH motor delivers dependable performance for demanding continuous-duty applications.
- The motor delivers 900 kW of rated output on a 6.6 kV supply, at 92 A and 1494 RPM, suited to medium-to-large compressor and pump duty.
- Its robust construction supports long-term reliable operation even in harsh industrial environments.
- Flexible mounting configurations simplify integration into existing industrial systems and driven-equipment layouts.
- Smooth, vibration-free operation extends the service life of connected machinery and reduces maintenance costs.
- Low energy consumption and minimized power losses reduce operational expenses over the motor’s service life.
- Compliance with international quality and safety standards supports mission-critical operational requirements.
- Efficient thermal management via the cooling system maintains stable performance under continuous load.
- ATB Schorch’s established manufacturing quality supports long-term reliability across the motor’s operating life.
Industrial Applications
Across Oman’s oil and gas, mining, cement production, and water treatment sectors, motors of this class drive process pumps, compressors, and mechanical handling equipment where continuous, stable torque output is essential to maintaining production. Facilities in the Sohar and Salalah economic zones, along with processing plants and refineries across the Sultanate, rely on high-voltage SCHORCH motors of this rating for mission-critical rotating equipment.
As the officially authorized partner for SCHORCH, Seven Star LLC distributes this 900 kW motor and the wider SCHORCH high-voltage motor range to EPC contractors, plant engineering teams, and industrial equipment integrators throughout Oman and the GCC, supporting both new plant construction and the replacement of aging or failed high-voltage motors on operating facilities.
Technical Specifications
The table below summarizes the key specifications of the Electromotor 900 KW SCHORCH.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | KA2454X-BJ01G |
| Manufacturer | ATB Schorch (Germany) |
| Rated Power | 900 kW |
| Rated Voltage | 6.6 kV |
| Rated Current | 92 A |
| Rated Speed | 1494 RPM |
| Motor Type | Three-phase squirrel-cage induction motor |
| Typical Application | Compressors, pumps, refinery and cement process equipment |
Request a Quote for Electromotor 900 KW SCHORCH
Seven Star LLC invites plant engineering and procurement teams across Oman and the GCC to submit a formal RFQ for the Electromotor 900 KW SCHORCH and the wider SCHORCH high-voltage motor range. We provide full technical datasheets on request, and our rotating-equipment division is available to confirm motor sizing and coupling requirements for your specific driven equipment. As the authorized partner for SCHORCH in Oman and the GCC, Seven Star LLC guarantees genuine, factory-built motors backed by full manufacturer warranty and local technical support.
Technical Overview
This SCHORCH electric motor is a high-voltage industrial motor rated at 900 kW, manufactured by ATB Schorch GmbH of Mönchengladbach, Germany, part of the ATB Group and an active current manufacturer of high-voltage industrial motors. A 900 kW rating places this unit within Schorch’s KE2 series — an explosive-area-rated, ripple-cooled high-voltage motor family spanning roughly 160 to 1,330 kW, certified to ATEX and IECEx standards under a protection classification such as Ex eb IIC T3/T4 Gb, making it suitable for use in classified hazardous areas typical of oil and gas and petrochemical facilities.
General specifications typical of the KE2 family and this power class include a high-voltage supply consistent with Schorch’s standard 3-15kV motor range, ripple (surface-finned) air cooling rather than the tube- or water-cooling methods used on larger Schorch motor families, explosion-protected construction for hazardous-area duty, and compatibility with variable frequency drive operation on request. Efficiency, insulation class, and exact frame size vary according to the specific voltage, speed, and site conditions each unit is engineered for.
As with other large Schorch high-voltage motors, exact nameplate parameters — precise voltage, speed/pole count, frame size, and cooling designation — for one specific 900 kW unit are not published in a fixed catalog datasheet; what is documented is the KE2 family’s overall power range (160-1,330 kW) within which this unit falls. Seven Star LLC recommends customers confirm the full nameplate specification required for their exact application and site conditions before finalizing an order.
Applications
900 kW-class Schorch KE2 motors are commonly used to drive medium-to-large pumps, compressors, and fans in hazardous-area industrial installations, particularly in oil and gas production, petrochemical processing, and energy-sector facilities where explosion-protected motor construction is a mandatory safety requirement. Their ripple-cooled design offers a robust, lower-maintenance cooling approach suited to continuous industrial duty in these environments.
As with all explosion-protected motor selections, matching the correct area classification, gas group, and temperature class to the actual hazardous zone at the installation site is essential, and Seven Star LLC’s technical team supports customers through this specification process.
Why Seven Star LLC
Seven Star LLC supplies SCHORCH high-voltage industrial motors, including explosion-protected KE2-series units such as this 900 kW motor, to oil and gas, petrochemical, and energy-sector customers across Oman and the GCC. We help confirm the exact area classification, voltage, and cooling specification required before order placement, given that these motors are engineered per site requirement.
Request a Quote for Electromotor 900 KW SCHORCH
Contact Seven Star LLC to discuss your requirements for a SCHORCH 900 kW explosion-protected high-voltage electric motor, or to request a tailored quotation for your facility across Oman and the GCC.
Related Products
SCHORCH is a leading German manufacturer of high-power industrial motors and drive systems, renowned for engineering excellence and robust performance in demanding environments. With more than a century of experience, SCHORCH designs and produces customized electric motors for applications in oil & gas, chemical processing, energy, and heavy industries.
The company’s product portfolio includes low- and high-voltage motors, explosion-proof drives, and special-purpose machines engineered for reliability, energy efficiency, and long operational life. SCHORCH motors are widely recognized for their durability and compliance with international efficiency and safety standards.
Seven Star LLC supplies authentic SCHORCH motors and drive solutions to clients across the Middle East, providing dependable power and performance backed by German precision and trusted local support.
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