Ingersoll Rand MVA017A Multi-Vane Reversible Air Motor is engineered to deliver reliable pneumatic power for industrial machinery, material handling equipment, mixers, conveyors, winding systems, and OEM applications. With a direct-drive configuration, 1.93 HP output, and a free speed of 5,450 RPM, this compact air motor delivers an excellent balance of speed and torque for continuous-duty operation. Its reversible rotation allows quick directional changes, making it well suited for applications requiring bidirectional operation without complex mechanical modifications.
Built with a multi-vane pneumatic design, the MVA017A develops 4.5 lb-ft of starting torque and up to 7.0 lb-ft of stall torque, providing dependable performance during startup and under varying load conditions. Unlike electric motors, pneumatic air motors can safely stall without damage when operated within manufacturer guidelines, making them an excellent choice for demanding industrial environments where reliability and continuous operation are essential.
Type: Multi-Vane Reversible Air Motor | Drive Type: Direct Drive | Power: 1.93 HP | Free Speed: 5,450 RPM | Rotation: Reversible | Starting Torque: 4.5 lb-ft | Stall Torque: 7.0 lb-ft
Features:
- Direct drive design provides efficient power transmission with fewer moving components.
- Multi-vane air motor delivers smooth, reliable performance across a broad operating range.
- Reversible rotation allows convenient bidirectional operation for versatile industrial applications.
- 1.93 HP output supports continuous-duty equipment requiring dependable pneumatic power.
- High free speed of 5,450 RPM is suitable for machinery requiring rapid rotary motion.
- Air motor design can safely stall without damage when operated according to manufacturer recommendations.
Made in USA: 
Applications:
- Industrial mixers, agitators, and blending equipment.
- Conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
- Packaging, winding, and indexing machinery.
- OEM machinery requiring compact reversible pneumatic power.
- Manufacturing environments where compressed air is preferred over electric power.
FAQs:
- Q: What is the benefit of a reversible air motor?
A: A reversible air motor can rotate in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions, making it suitable for applications that require bidirectional operation. - Q: What does direct drive mean?
A: Direct drive means the output shaft is driven directly by the air motor without an integrated gear reduction, providing higher operating speeds and straightforward power transmission. - Q: What is the difference between starting torque and stall torque?
A: Starting torque is the torque available when the motor begins rotating from rest, while stall torque is the maximum torque developed when the output shaft is prevented from turning. - Q: Can this air motor operate continuously?
A: Yes. Pneumatic vane motors are commonly used in continuous-duty industrial applications and can safely stall without damage when operated within manufacturer recommendations.

| SKU | Max. Power | Speed at Max. Power rpm |
Free Speed ▲ rpm |
Starting Torque | Stall Torque | Air Consumption at Max. Power | Weight | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| hp | kw | lb-ft | Nm | lb-ft | Nm | scfm | m³/m | lb | kg | |||
| REVERSIBLE | ||||||||||||
| MVA017A | 1.93 | 1.44 | 2,800 | 5,450 | 4.5 | 6.1 | 7 | 9.5 | 76 | 2.15 | 12 1/2 | 5.67 |
| MVA017B | 1.93 | 1.44 | 2,800 | 5,450 | 4.5 | 6.1 | 7 | 9.5 | 76 | 2.15 | 12 1/2 | 5.67 |
| MVA034A | 4.15 | 3.09 | 3,000 | 6,250 | 8.3 | 11.3 | 12.8 | 17.4 | 181 | 5.12 | 16 1/2 | 7.48 |
| MVA034B | 4.15 | 3.09 | 3,000 | 6,250 | 8.3 | 11.3 | 12.8 | 17.4 | 181 | 5.12 | 16 1/2 | 7.48 |
| MOV075AA | 10.5 | 7.8 | 2,600 | 5,600 | 22.5 | 30.5 | 30 | 40.7 | 260 | 7.36 | 64 | 29 |
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- Type
- Air Motor
- Power (hp)
- 1.93
- Power (kW)
- 1.44
- Speed @ Max Power (RPM)
- 2800
- RPM
- 5450
- Starting Torque (ft-lbs)
- 4.5
- Starting Torque (Nm)
- 6.1
- Stall Torque (ft-lbs)
- 7
- Stall Torque (Nm)
- 9.5
- Air Consumption (SCFM)
- 76
