Ingersoll Rand 8229-8A Non-Reversible Air Power Motor is engineered to provide dependable low-speed pneumatic power for industrial applications that require substantial torque and continuous one-direction operation. Built with a planetary gear system and double gear reduction, this air power motor delivers 0.60 HP and operates at a free speed of 600 RPM. Its compact geared construction makes it an excellent choice for OEM machinery, material handling equipment, processing systems, conveyors, and other industrial applications where higher torque output is more important than maximum operating speed.
The 8229-8A develops 19.60 lb-ft of stall torque, representing the maximum torque generated when the output shaft is prevented from rotating. The combination of planetary gearing and double gear reduction provides excellent torque multiplication while maintaining reliable pneumatic performance for demanding industrial environments.
Type: Air Power Motor | Model: 8229-8A | Rotation: Non-Reversible | Gear Type: Planetary Gear | Gear Reduction: Double | Power: 0.60 HP | Speed: 600 RPM | Stall Torque: 19.60 lb-ft
Features:
- Air-powered motor converts compressed air into dependable rotary power for industrial equipment.
- Non-reversible configuration is designed for continuous operation in one rotational direction.
- Planetary gear system provides efficient power transmission while maintaining a compact motor footprint.
- Double gear reduction delivers increased torque multiplication for demanding low-speed applications.
- 0.60 HP output provides consistent pneumatic performance for compatible industrial machinery.
- 600 RPM free speed is suited for equipment requiring controlled rotational speed with enhanced torque output.
- 19.60 lb-ft stall torque provides a manufacturer-published reference for evaluating maximum loading conditions.
Made in USA: 
Applications:
- OEM machinery requiring high-torque pneumatic rotary power.
- Industrial automation and manufacturing equipment.
- Material handling, conveyor, and transfer systems.
- Processing machinery utilizing planetary geared air motors.
- Replacement applications where the published motor specifications match the original equipment.
FAQs:
- Q: Is the Ingersoll Rand 8229-8A reversible?
A: No. This model is manufactured as a non-reversible air power motor intended for continuous operation in one rotational direction. - Q: What type of gearing does this motor use?
A: The 8229-8A utilizes a planetary gear system with double gear reduction. - Q: Why is double gear reduction used?
A: Double gear reduction provides greater torque multiplication than a single-stage reduction, making it suitable for applications requiring increased output torque at lower operating speeds. - Q: What does the 19.60 lb-ft stall torque specification indicate?
A: Stall torque is the maximum torque developed when the output shaft is prevented from rotating. It is intended as a performance reference and should not be considered a continuous operating value. - Q: What should be verified before installing this motor?
A: Confirm horsepower, operating speed, rotation direction, gear configuration, shaft dimensions, mounting arrangement, and compressed-air requirements using the Ingersoll Rand Air Motor Catalog before installation.

| SKU | Spindle | R.P.M. | Torque | Air Consumption at Free Speed | Sound Level at Free Speed | Weight | Gear Reduction | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Speed | Load Speed at Max. Hp | Stall | Output at Max. Hp | ||||||||||
| lb-ft | Nm | lb-ft | Nm | SCFM | L/s | dB(A) | lbs | kg | |||||
| NON-REVERSIBLE - 0.60 HP | |||||||||||||
| 8230-1A | 3/8" Keyed | 19,000 | 9,800 | 0.70 | 0.9 | 0.32 | 0.4 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8230-2A | 3/8" Keyed | 5,700 | 2,900 | 2.5 | 2.9 | 1.10 | 1.5 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8230-3A | 3/8" Keyed | 3,500 | 1,750 | 3.50 | 4.7 | 1.80 | 2.4 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8230-4A | 3/8" Keyed | 2,800 | 1,400 | 4.50 | 6.1 | 2.20 | 3.0 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8230-5A | 3/8" Keyed | 1,650 | 840 | 7.50 | 10.2 | 3.80 | 5.1 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8230-6A | 3/8" Keyed | 1,000 | 500 | 12.00 | 16.3 | 6.20 | 8.4 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8230-7A | 3/8" Keyed | 800 | 390 | 14.80 | 20.0 | 8.00 | 10.8 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8230-8A | 3/8" Keyed | 600 | 315 | 19.60 | 26.5 | 10.00 | 13.5 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8230-9A | 3/8" Keyed | 500 | 250 | 24.00 | 32.5 | 12.50 | 16.9 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8229-1A | 3/8"-24 Th’d. | 19,000 | 9,800 | .70 | 0.9 | 0.32 | 0.4 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8229-2A | 3/8"-24 Th’d. | 5,700 | 2,900 | 2.15 | 2.9 | 1.10 | 1.5 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8229-3A | 3/8"-24 Th’d. | 3,500 | 1,750 | 3.50 | 4.7 | 1.80 | 2.4 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8229-4A | 3/8"-24 Th’d. | 2,800 | 1,400 | 4.50 | 6.1 | 2.20 | 3.0 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8229-5A | 3/8"-24 Th’d. | 1,650 | 840 | 7.50 | 10.2 | 3.80 | 5.1 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8229-6A | 3/8"-24 Th’d. | 1,000 | 500 | 12.00 | 16.3 | 6.20 | 8.4 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8229-7A | 3/8"-24 Th’d. | 800 | 390 | 14.80 | 20.0 | 8.00 | 10.8 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8229-8A | 3/8"-24 Th’d. | 600 | 315 | 19.60 | 26.5 | 10.00 | 13.5 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8229-9A | 3/8"-24 Th’d. | 500 | 250 | 24.00 | 32.5 | 12.50 | 16.9 | 41 | 19.3 | 80 | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| REVERSIBLE - 0.50 HP | |||||||||||||
| 8231-1B | 3/8" Keyed | 18,000 | 9,200 | 0.52 | 0.7 | 0.28 | 0.4 | 32 | 15.1 | 80* | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8231-2B | 3/8" Keyed | 5,300 | 2,600 | 1.70 | 2.3 | 1.00 | 1.3 | 32 | 15.1 | 80* | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8231-3B | 3/8" Keyed | 3,200 | 1,550 | 2.90 | 3.9 | 1.70 | 2.3 | 32 | 15.1 | 80* | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8231-4B | 3/8" Keyed | 2,600 | 1,300 | 3.50 | 4.7 | 2.00 | 2.7 | 32 | 15.1 | 80* | 2.45 | 1.10 | Single |
| 8231-5B | 3/8" Keyed | 1,500 | 780 | 5.90 | 8.0 | 3.50 | 4.7 | 32 | 15.1 | 80* | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8231-6B | 3/8" Keyed | 950 | 480 | 9.50 | 12.9 | 5.50 | 7.4 | 32 | 15.1 | 80* | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8231-7B | 3/8" Keyed | 750 | 380 | 11.80 | 16.0 | 7.00 | 9.5 | 32 | 15.1 | 80* | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8231-8B | 3/8" Keyed | 575 | 290 | 15.50 | 21.0 | 9.00 | 12.2 | 32 | 15.1 | 80* | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
| 8231-9B | 3/8" Keyed | 475 | 240 | 19.40 | 26.2 | 11.00 | 14.9 | 32 | 15.1 | 80* | 2.98 | 1.34 | Double |
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