Motor Categories Required to Meet NEMA Premium Standards Under EISA
Since December 2010, the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) of 2007 has required all motor manufacturers to meet NEMA Premium standards for motors rated below 600 V. This article is part 2 of a five‑part series that breaks down the most critical compliance issues for industry professionals.
Below is a concise list of motor categories that must receive NEMA Premium certification:
- 1 – 200 hp general‑purpose motors
- Polyphase design A & B up to 600 VAC
- TEFC, ODP, and explosion‑proof motors
- Brake motors
- NEMA 140T frames up to 449 mm
- Foot‑mounted motors
- C‑face foot‑mounted motors
- Severe‑duty and washdown‑qualified motors
- IEC Metric 90 frames and larger
For the full EISA text, click here.
To view the NEMA summary of EISA requirements, click here.
For detailed information on PdMA Corporation’s motor solutions and compliance services, visit www.pdma.com.
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