Ingersoll Rand 8231-5B Reversible Air Power Motor is designed to provide dependable pneumatic rotary power for industrial applications requiring increased torque and the flexibility of bidirectional operation. Featuring a planetary gear system with double gear reduction, this air power motor delivers 0.50 HP and operates at a free speed of 1,500 RPM. Its reversible configuration enables clockwise and counterclockwise rotation, making it ideal for OEM machinery, automated production systems, material handling equipment, indexing mechanisms, and industrial processes where controlled directional changes are required.
The 8231-5B develops 5.90 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 increased torque multiplication compared to single-reduction models, making this motor well suited for applications that require higher rotational force at moderate operating speeds.
Type: Air Power Motor | Model: 8231-5B | Rotation: Reversible | Gear Type: Planetary Gear | Gear Reduction: Double | Power: 0.50 HP | Speed: 1,500 RPM | Stall Torque: 5.90 lb-ft
Features:
- Air-powered motor converts compressed air into dependable rotary power for industrial equipment.
- Reversible operation allows clockwise and counterclockwise shaft rotation for applications requiring directional flexibility.
- Planetary gear assembly provides efficient power transmission within a compact design.
- Double gear reduction increases available output torque for demanding industrial applications.
- 0.50 HP output delivers reliable pneumatic performance for compatible machinery.
- 1,500 RPM free speed is suited for applications requiring controlled speed with enhanced torque output.
- 5.90 lb-ft stall torque provides a manufacturer-published reference for evaluating maximum loading conditions.
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Applications:
- OEM machinery requiring reversible pneumatic rotary power.
- Industrial automation and assembly systems with bidirectional drive requirements.
- Material handling and conveyor equipment utilizing planetary geared air motors.
- Processing and packaging machinery requiring controlled directional changes.
- Replacement installations where the published motor specifications match the original equipment.
FAQs:
- Q: Is the Ingersoll Rand 8231-5B reversible?
A: Yes. This model is designed to operate in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions. - Q: What type of gearing does this motor use?
A: The 8231-5B features a planetary gear system with double gear reduction. - Q: Why does this model use double gear reduction?
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 5.90 lb-ft stall torque specification indicate?
A: Stall torque is the maximum torque generated when the output shaft is prevented from rotating. It is intended as a performance reference and should not be interpreted as continuous operating torque. - Q: What should be confirmed before installing this motor?
A: Verify 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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