ABB Expands IE5 SynRM Motor Range to Enable Ultra-Premium Efficiency in More Applications than Ever
October 22, 2025
• ABB expands its IE5 synchronous reluctance motor (SynRM) portfolio with smaller frame sizes, offering the broadest range of magnet- and rare earth-free motors
• The well-proven IE5 SynRM cut energy losses by about 40% compared to IE3 motors, with short payback times, often under a couple of months
ABB has expanded its IE5 SynRM motor portfolio with three smaller frame sizes (90, 100, 112), now covering 0.75 kW to 450 kW. This gives customers the broadest range of magnet- and rare earth-free motors to boost efficiency, reliability, and sustainability across even more applications. With extended power and speed options up to 3600 RPM, the motors are ideal for pumps, fans, and compressors—perfectly paired with ABB variable speed drives for maximum performance.
“Smaller motors are often deployed in high volumes and in continuous-duty or space-constrained environments where thermal performance, precise control, and high efficiency under partial load are critical”, said Stefan Floeck, President IEC LV Motors, ABB. “With our expanded SynRM range, we’re ensuring that every motor, no matter the size, plays its part in helping boost productivity for our customers while cutting emissions.”
ABB’s IE5 SynRM motors cut energy losses by up to 40% compared to IE3 motors, resulting in significant savings. For example, a single 90 kW motor can save €79.800 and reduce CO₂ emissions by 95,760 kg over 20 years. Industrial sites typically operate dozens or even hundreds of smaller motors alongside larger ones, multiplying these savings and environmental benefits—often delivering a payback in as little as 5 months.
ABB SynRM motors are included in the ABB EcoSolutions™ portfolio, empowering customers and partners to make more sustainable choices through increased transparency about each product’s circularity and environmental impact. This supports informed, responsible decision-making. Products in this portfolio are backed by externally verified, third-party Environmental Product Declarations (ISO 14025 Type III).
This expansion reinforces ABB’s commitment to IE6 “Hyper-Efficiency,” already achieved by select SynRM models above 90 kW. These future-ready motors deliver up to 20% lower losses than IE5, setting a benchmark in energy efficiency for the industry.
ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com
ABB Motion, a global leader in motors and drives, is at the core of accelerating a more productive and sustainable future. We innovate and push the boundaries of technology to contribute to energy efficient, decarbonizing and circular solutions for customers, industries and societies. With our digitally enabled drives, motors and services we support our customers and partners to achieve better performance, safety and reliability. To help the world’s industries outrun – leaner and cleaner, we deliver motor-driven solutions for a wide range of applications in all industrial segments. Building on over 140 years of domain expertise in electric powertrains, our more than 23,000 employees across 100 countries learn and improve every day. go.abb/motion
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