Diversitech wg840596 Furnace Blower Motor 1HP 208-230V

Product Description

The DIVERSITECH wg840596 is a 1 HP direct drive furnace blower motor designed for residential and light commercial ducted heating and cooling systems. Rated at 208-230 volts, 60 Hz, and 5.6 full-load amps, this PSC-type motor operates at 1075 RPM across 3 speeds. It features Class B insulation and automatic overload protection for reliable continuous-duty operation. The motor ships with 36-inch leads to simplify wiring during installation. A licensed HVAC technician installs this motor as an OEM-style replacement in forced-air furnace air handler assemblies.

This motor is suited for ducted forced-air systems requiring a belly band-mounted, open-enclosure blower motor. The 48 frame design is compatible with all standard 48 frame mounting brackets, making it a widely applicable replacement across many residential furnace platforms. The electrically reversible winding allows the installer to set rotation direction in the field. A 20 MFD, 370-volt run capacitor is required for operation. The 1/2-inch by 5-inch shaft accommodates standard blower wheel hub sizes common in residential equipment.

Key Features

• 1 HP output at 1075 RPM with 3 selectable speeds for airflow adjustment
• PSC motor type with ball bearings for long service life in continuous-duty applications
• Class B insulation rated to 130 degrees F with automatic overload protection
• Electrically reversible for field-configurable rotation direction
• 36-inch leads included to reduce wiring difficulty during retrofit installs
• Standard 48 frame belly band mounting compatible with widely available bracket hardware

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement for standard 48 frame direct drive furnace blower motors in ducted residential and light commercial forced-air systems. Requires a separate 20 MFD, 370-volt run capacitor.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed HVAC technician. Disconnect and lock out all electrical power to the furnace or air handler before removing the existing motor or making any wiring connections. Verify the replacement motor rotation direction and speed tap wiring against the equipment wiring diagram before restoring power. Confirm the run capacitor rating matches the motor specification before energizing.

Technical Specifications

• Motor Type: PSC
• Horsepower: 1 HP
• Voltage: 208-230 volts
• Amperage (FLA): 5.6 amps
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• RPM: 1075
• Speeds: 3
• Capacitor: 20 MFD, 370 volts
• Bearing Type: Ball
• Insulation Class: B
• Temperature Rating: 40 degrees C / 130 degrees F
• Body Diameter: 5.625 inches
• Shaft Size: 0.5 inches x 5 inches
• Enclosure: Open
• Mounting: Belly Band
• Application: Ducted

Standard Information

• Brand: DIVERSITECH
• Manufacturer Part Number: wg840596