IE5 efficiency without rare earth magnets

The SynRM2 is an upgrade of ABB’s SynRM (synchronous reluctance) motor technology launched in 2011. It strengthens ABB’s motors and drives technology portfolio, particularly in markets where customers require the highest efficiency.

A feature of ABB’s latest SynRM2 motors is that they do not utilise rare earth permanent magnets. Instead they use ferrite magnets, which are more cost effective and easily available. This results in more economically and ecologically sustainable products.