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Register here Sign inDesigned for low- to medium-horsepower applications, our M-60 electric drivehead employs the highly efficient and extremely safe hydrodynamic backspin braking system. As part of our commitment to safety, all our direct drives have a fully enclosed and hinged belt guard. Each drivehead is tested and inspected to meet our quality requirements.
Features/Benefits
- Robust frame
- Bearing box is designed with a three-bearing system
- Efficient brake reservoir for heat dissipation
- Repeatable and reliable brake curve
- Induction-hardened seal surfaces eliminate shaft grooving and increase seal life
- Operator-friendly guards and motor adjustments
- Easy-to-adjust hinged door for simple belt tightening
- Easy-to-adjust motor height
- Accessible fill/drain spouts for easy oil changes
- Minimal maintenance
- Service and technical support
Options
- Hydraulic motor
- Rope-style stuffing box
- JamPak stuffing box
- Leak-free integral stuffing box
- Retrofit stuffing box
Accessories
- Anti-ejection clamp
- Lock-out device
- Polished rod guard
- Booth guard
- Support arms
- Shipping/support stand
- Tachometer
M-60 Electric Drivehead Specifications
Drive type |
Direct |
Shaft type |
Hollow |
Drive style |
Bearing box |
Input style |
Vertical |
Drive ratio |
1:1 |
Backspin control |
Hydrodynamic |
M-60 Electric Drivehead Ratings
Max. output torque |
1,575 ft-lb (2135 Nm) |
Thrust bearing |
128,000 ISO lbf |
Thrust bearing* |
33,000 Ca90 lbf |
Maximum speed |
600 RPM |
Horsepower rating*** |
10–60 hp |
Frame type |
Single motor |
Compatible Frame size NEMA |
215T, 254T, 256T, 284T, 286T, 324T, 326T, 364T, 365T, 404T |
Polish rod size |
1¼ in. (32 mm) |
Max. operating temperature |
350 °F (180 °C) |
M-60 Electric Drivehead Dimensions (Excluding Motor)
Height with retro stuffing box |
44 in. (1118 mm) |
Height with integral stuffing box |
29½ in. (749 mm) |
Width |
35 in. (889 mm) |
Input shaft size |
2¾ in. (70 mm) |
Weight (no stuffing box) |
1,350 lbs (612 kg) |
*Ca90 load rating is for 90 million revolutions. Reducing load by one-half increases life 10 times. Reducing RPM by one-half doubles hours of life.
***Maximum horsepower rating based on frame size only. Care must be taken in selecting motor and sheave combinations to ensure input rod torque is not exceeded.



