Purchasing guidelines for motors
Motors are often not suited to their purpose and therefore use up a lot more electricity than is necessary.
Purchasing guidelines for motors
Specifications conform to band EFF1 as per the voluntary agreement between the EU Commission and CEMEP.
| Equipment type | Effiency class |
| All | EFF1 (1) |
The specifications include all types of motors covered by the agreement between the EU Commission and CEMEP. See notes and additional definitions below.
Good advice on purchasing and operating equipment
- Choose motors that match your requirements. They should not be oversized.
- Ensure that motors only run when necessary.
Changes in relation to 2007 requirements
There are no changes in relation to 2007.
Notes and additional definitions
Requirements for band EFF1 as per ‘CEMEP Voluntary Agreement’.
Page last updated 06.10.2008