{"product_id":"baldor-340-quarter-hp-2-speed-polishing-motor-115v","title":"Baldor 340 1\/4 Hp 2 Speed Polishing Motor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Baldor 340 is a 1\/4 HP, 2-speed polishing motor built for professional jewelers and metalsmiths who demand reliable, high-performance finishing equipment. Operating at either 1800 RPM (low) or 3600 RPM (high), this is a fixed 2-speed motor — \u003cem\u003enot a variable speed motor\u003c\/em\u003e. It runs on 115V\/60Hz power and is engineered for many years of continuous, trouble-free use in demanding shop environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBaldor polishing motors feature sealed ball bearings lubricated for life, protecting the motor from dust and debris without requiring maintenance. The dynamically balanced rotor and shaft deliver vibration-free, exceptionally quiet operation — a meaningful advantage during extended polishing sessions. The Baldor 340 measures 13-1\/8\" end to end (without spindles attached) and has a shaft height of 4-11\/16\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis motor is made in the USA and backed by a full 3-year warranty. Baldor taper-fit spindles are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitting Spindles or Chucks\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Baldor 340 uses a tapered shaft designed for friction-fit tapered spindles or chuck accessories. \u003cstrong\u003eSet screw type spindles are not compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e with Baldor tapered shaft motors. To install, firmly \u003cstrong\u003etap the spindle or chuck onto the tapered shaft with a mallet\u003c\/strong\u003e or piece of wood until a snug fit is achieved. To remove, unscrew the \u003cstrong\u003espindle remover on the motor shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e until the spindle or chuck is pushed free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-speed operation: 1800 RPM (low) and 3600 RPM (high)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed ball bearings lubricated for life — resistant to dust and debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamically balanced rotor and shaft for vibration-free, quiet operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty construction designed for continuous professional use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered shaft accepts Baldor taper-fit spindles and chucks (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull 3-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaldor 340\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHorsepower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeed Settings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-speed (not variable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLow Speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1800 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHigh Speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3600 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage \/ Frequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115V \/ 60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13-1\/8\" (end to end, without spindles)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShaft Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-11\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShaft Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTapered (friction fit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBearing Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealed ball bearings, lubricated for life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaldor taper-fit spindles and chucks are sold separately. Set screw type spindles are not compatible with this motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a fixed 2-speed motor and does not offer variable speed control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Baldor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43580210217174,"sku":"147.113","price":743.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/baldor-340-14-hp-2-speed-polishing-motor-otto-frei.jpg?v=1719958186","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/it\/products\/baldor-340-quarter-hp-2-speed-polishing-motor-115v","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}