Efficiency regulations for electric motors – PDF

EFFICIENCY REGULATIONS FOR ELECTRIC MOTORS

EU policy for improving the energy efficiency and other aspects of the environmental performance of products placed on the market

Ecodesign regulation timeline

The amendments officially enter into force on 1 January 2021 and consist of three phases implemented between 1 July 2021 and 1 July 2023.

Implementation in steps:

From 1 July 2021:

*The energy efficiency of three-phase motors with a rated output equal to or above 0,75 kW and equal to or below 1 000 kW, with 2, 4, 6 or 8 poles, which are not Ex eb increased safety motors, shall correspond to at least the IE3 efficiency level

*The energy efficiency of three-phase motors with a rated output equal to or above 0,12 kW and below 0,75 kW, with 2, 4, 6 or 8 poles, which are not Ex eb increased safety motors, shall correspond to at least the IE2 efficiency level

From 1 July 2022:

Motor suppliers will be required to test all-electric motors based on different speeds, unlike the the current situation, in which testing is performed only in full speed and with different loads.

This is because more and more VFD-controlled applications are entering the market, running at widely different speeds and loads.

From 1 July 2023:

*The energy efficiency of Ex eb increased safety motors with a rated output equal to or above 0,12 kW and equal to or below 1 000kW, with 2, 4, 6 or 8 poles, and single-phase motors with a rated output equal to or above 0,12kW shall correspond to at least the IE2 efficiency level

*The energy efficiency of three-phase motors which are not brake motors, Ex eb increased safety motors, or other explosion-protected motors, with a rated output equal to or above 75kW and equal to or below 200kW, with 2, 4, or 6 poles, shall correspond to at least the IE4 efficiency level

What do the requirements mean for you

*High-efficiency motors and drives use less electricity

*Less energy consumption by unit produced

*Better quality, more performance, and efficient equipment that runs cooler, with the results being more reliable and last longer

As your knowledgeable partner, we closely follow the latest developments in drive and control technology. That is why we want to draw attention to the new Ecodesign Regulation for electric motors and variable speed drives, which will be in force on July 1st, 2023. Stay ahead with the new EU regulation and increase the value of your business by contacting our team. We will be more than welcome to discuss electric motors for your applications.