Ingersoll Rand 8231-8B Reversible Air Power Motor is engineered to provide dependable low-speed pneumatic rotary power for industrial applications requiring high torque and 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 575 RPM. Its reversible configuration enables both clockwise and counterclockwise rotation, making it an excellent choice for OEM machinery, industrial automation, material handling equipment, positioning systems, and processing equipment where controlled speed and high torque are required.
The 8231-8B develops 15.50 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 substantial torque multiplication while maintaining smooth and reliable pneumatic operation, making this motor ideal for demanding industrial drive applications.
Type: Air Power Motor | Model: 8231-8B | Rotation: Reversible | Gear Type: Planetary Gear | Gear Reduction: Double | Power: 0.50 HP | Speed: 575 RPM | Stall Torque: 15.50 lb-ft
Features:
- Air-powered motor converts compressed air into reliable rotary power for industrial equipment.
- Reversible operation provides clockwise and counterclockwise shaft rotation for bidirectional applications.
- Planetary gear assembly delivers efficient power transmission in a compact, durable package.
- Double gear reduction increases available output torque for demanding low-speed industrial machinery.
- 0.50 HP output supplies dependable pneumatic performance for compatible equipment.
- 575 RPM free speed is ideal for applications requiring controlled rotational speed with high torque output.
- 15.50 lb-ft stall torque provides a manufacturer-published reference for evaluating maximum loading conditions.
Made in USA: 
Applications:
- OEM machinery requiring reversible pneumatic rotary power.
- Industrial automation and positioning systems.
- Material handling, conveyor, and transfer equipment.
- Processing and packaging machinery utilizing planetary geared air motors.
- Replacement installations where the published motor specifications match the original equipment.
FAQs:
- Q: Is the Ingersoll Rand 8231-8B 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 8231-8B features a planetary gear system with double gear reduction. - Q: What is the advantage of double gear reduction?
A: Double gear reduction provides greater torque multiplication than a single-stage reduction, making it ideal for applications requiring higher torque at lower operating speeds. - Q: What does the 15.50 lb-ft stall torque specification indicate?
A: Stall torque is the maximum torque produced when the output shaft is prevented from rotating. It serves as a performance reference and should not be interpreted as a continuous operating torque. - 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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