Franklin Super Stainless
4" Submersible Motors
(pump not included)

Note: There is a 6% Sales Tax that applies to Florida residents. Shipping/Handling are to US 48 States only.
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1 PHASE (2 WIRE MODELS)[ 2-wire describes (2) control wires from pump + (1) green - ground wire from pump ]
1 PHASE (3 WIRE MODELS)
[ 3-wire describes (3) control wires from pump + (1) green - ground wire from pump ]
3 PHASE (3 WIRE MODELS)
3 PHASE (230 & 460 VOLT MODELS)
Please inquire by phone (1-866-960-9621) for larger motors
The Franklin 4-inch Super Stainless motor has been the driving force behind residential and light commercial submersible pumps for decades. Designed and patented in 1950 by our founder, Ed Schaefer, this motor has proven to be the industry’s most trusted residential pump motor.
Franklin offers 4-inch motors in a full line of single- and three-phase voltages, frequencies, and application-specific models. Wherever there is an independent source of clean groundwater, you can find a Franklin motor. Typical applications that rely on our motors include:
- Homes
- Farms
- Restaurants
- Schools
- Small Factories
- Coalbed Methane Recovery
- Car Washes
- Fountains
Features
Applications
These motors are built for dependable operation in 4” diameter or larger water wells.
Features:
- Corrosion-resistant stainless steel exterior
- Stainless steel splined shaft
- Hermetically-sealed windings
- StatorShield™ resin system
- Filter check valve
- Water lubrication
- Kingsbury-type thrust bearing
- Pressure-equalizing diaphragm
- Built-in lightning arrestors (All single-phase; 200 & 300 V three-phase)
- Removable water bloc lead
- Franklin-manufactured control boxes available for single-phase motors
- UL 778 recognized (North American voltages)
- CSA certified
- ANSI/NSF 61 certified
- Industry standard NEMA mounting dimensions
Special Features:
- Flow inducer sleeve not required in water up to 86 °F (30 °C) for motors through 2 hp.
- Three-wire motors through 1 hp use Franklin’s exclusive three-wire QD (Quick Disconnect) Control Box with the patented QD Relay. This relay provides the ultimate in operational life.
- Single-phase motors can be used with Pumptec products to protect against dry-run and other installation conditions that can damage motors and/or pumps. See Single-phase Protection Devices for details.
Constant Pressure Options
- Use Franklins MonoDrive controller with 1 1/2 hp three-wire single-phase motors to provide constant water pressure.
- Three-phase motors can be used with SubDrive controllers to provide constant water pressure.
Pollution Recovery Option
- Pollution Recovery motors are equipped for use in monitoring and recovery wells in which hydrocarbons and other chemicals may be present.
- Special Viton® rubber parts and other chemical resistant materials as listed in Construction Materials chart.
Call the sales department toll free if you need help selecting the proper pump for your application.
1-866-960-9621
Valuable Information
Go To The Franklin Web Site 4" Super Stainless Motor Page
4" SUPER STAINLESS MOTOR DATA
Use of Engine Driven Generators - Single-Phase or Three-Phase
2- or 3-Wire Cable, 60 Hz (Service Entrance to Motor - Maximum Length In Feet)
Water Temperature and Flow - Flow Inducer Sleeve
Franklin Electric, Inc. - US Limited Warranty
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2-Wire Motor Solid State Control Data
Single-Phase Motor Specifications ( 60 Hz) 3450 RPM
1 Phase 2 Wire Motors
| Hp | Construction | PH/Wire | Volts | Hz | S.F | Model No. | Self Installer Value Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/3 | WATER WELL | 1-Phase 2-Wire | 115 | 60 | 1.75 | 244 502 90 | |
| 1/3 | WATER WELL | 1-Phase 2-Wire |
230 | 60 | 1.75 | 244 503 90 | |
| 1/2 | WATER WELL | 1-Phase 2-Wire |
115 | 60 | 1.6 | 244 504 90 | |
| 1/2 | WATER WELL | 1-Phase 2-Wire |
230 | 60 | 1.6 | 244 505 90 | |
| 3/4 | WATER WELL | 1-Phase 2-Wire | 230 | 60 | 1.6 | 244 507 90 | |
| 1 | WATER WELL | 1-Phase 2-Wire |
230 | 60 | 1.4 | 244 508 90 | |
| 1.5 | WATER WELL | 1-Phase 2-Wire |
230 | 60 | 1.3 | 244 309 90 |
1 Phase 3 Wire Motors
3-Wire Control Box DataPump Wiring Diagram
Single-Phase Motor Specifications ( 60 Hz) 3450 RPM
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| Hp | Construction | PH/Wire | Volts | Hz | S.F | Model No. | Self Installer Value Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/3 | WATER WELL | 1-Phase 3-Wire | 115 | 60 | 1.75 | 214 502 90 | |
| 1/3 | WATER WELL | 1-Phase 3-Wire | 230 | 60 | 1.75 | 214 503 90 | |
| 1/2 | WATER WELL | 3-Wire | 115 | 60 | 1.6 | 214 504 90 | |
| 1/2 | WATER WELL | 3-Wire | 230 | 60 | 1.6 | 214 505 90 | |
| 3/4 | WATER WELL | 3-Wire | 230 | 60 | 1.5 | 214 507 90 | |
| 1 | WATER WELL | 3-Wire | 230 | 60 | 1.4 | 214 508 90 | |
| 1.5 | WATER WELL | 3-Wire | 230 | 60 | 1.3 | 224 300 92 | |
| 2 | WATER WELL | 3-Wire | 230 | 60 | 1.25 | 224 301 92 | |
| 3 | WATER WELL | 3-Wire | 230 | 60 | 1.15 | 224 302 26 | |
| 5 | WATER WELL | 3-Wire | 230 | 60 | 1.15 | 224 303 86 |
3 Phase 3 Wire Motors
Three-Phase Motor Specifications ( 60 Hz) 3450 RPMBack
| Hp | Construction | PH/Wire | Volts | Hz | S.F | Model No. | Self Installer Value Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 230 | 60 | 1.3 | 234 514 92 | |
| 1.5 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 460 | 60/50 | 1.30/1.00 | 234 524 94 | |
| 2 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 230 | 60 | 1.25 | 234 315 92 | |
| 2 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 460 | 60/50 | 1.25/1.00 | 234 325 94 | |
| 3 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 230 | 60 | 1.15 | 234 316 26 | |
| 3 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 460 | 60/50 | 1.15/1.00 | 234 326 26 | |
| 5 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 230 | 60/50 | 1.15 | 234 317 86 | |
| 5 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 460 | 60/50 | 1.15/1.00 | 234 327 86 | |
| 7.5 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 230 | 60/50 | 1.15 | 234 318 86 | |
| 7.5 | WATER WELL | Three-Phase | 460 | 60/50 | 1.15/1.00 | 234 328 86 |
There is a FL State Sales Tax that applies only to Florida residents without a resale certificate.