Motor kW Range and Housing Tolerance (ISO Fits)
Motor Housing Tolerance Reference
This document provides a quick reference for motor shaft diameters and recommended ISO housing fits (tolerances)
based on motor power (kW range).
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| Motor Power Range | Typical Shaft Diameter | Recommended Fit |
|-------------------|------------------------|---------------------------|
| 5.5 kW - 30 kW | 24 mm - 50 mm | Shaft: K6, Hole: J7 |
| 37 kW - 160 kW | 55 mm - 80 mm | Shaft: K6, Hole: J7/H7 |
| 200 kW - 500+ kW | 100 mm - 200+ mm | Shaft: K6, Hole: J7/M7 |
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Example ISO Tolerance Values (For 50 mm Shaft):
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| Tolerance | Lower Limit | Upper Limit | Type |
|-----------|------------------|------------------|----------|
| K6 | +0.002 mm | +0.018 mm | Shaft |
| J7 | +0.015 mm | +0.040 mm | Housing |
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- K6 is commonly used for shaft press fits to ensure tight and secure mounting.
- J7 provides a slightly larger hole, suitable for precise bearing fits in electric motors.
- Tolerances increase with shaft size; for larger shafts (100 mm+), the bands are wider.
Note:
These are ISO standard tolerance designations used for high-precision mechanical assembly, especially in rotating
equipment like electric motors.
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