6-Inch Submersible Motors
6-Inch Encapsulated DR56 Dual-Rated Motor
6-Inch Submersible Motors
6-Inch Encapsulated DR56 Dual-Rated Motor
Pumping applications are rapidly changing - and Franklin's DR56 6-inch dual-rated-motor was designed and built in response to many requests for a motor that can operate effectively under these evolving application demands. The DR56 6-inch dual-rated-motor utilizes our premium encapsulation process to allow continuous operation in water temperatures of up to 50 °C (provided minimum allowable rates of flow past the motor are maintained). Franklin's DR56 is the right choice for your demanding, high temperature 6 inch well applications.
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Overview
Applications
- Franklin’s DR56 is the right choice for demanding, high-temperature, 6" well applications.
Basic Features
- Up to 122 °F (50 °C) ambient temperature.
- Hermetically sealed stator
- Innovative high temperature winding encapsulation system
- Kingsbury-type (10,000 lbs) thrust bearing
- FES91 exclusive water-soluble bearing lubrication
- Double-flange NEMA mounting for ease of handling and pump mounting
- Splined stainless steel shaft for maximum shaft/coupling contact
- Full 60 Hz 3,450 rpm design point for superior pump performance
- Sand Fighter™ sealing system
- Subtrol™ heat sensor standard
- Franklin Electric’s exclusive “Water-Bloc™” lead connection
- 316 stainless steel and Y- designs available (consult factory for more details)
- NSF/ANSI 61 Certified
Order Information
6-Inch DR56 Three Phase Dual-Rated Motor
| HP | Type | Volts | Hz | Item | Motor Connection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 hp | Sand Fighter | 380 VAC / 460 VAC | 50/60 Hz | 2760096262 | DOL |
| 60 hp | 316SS | 380 VAC / 460 VAC | 50/60 Hz | 2760096462 | DOL |
Support Materials
Featured Downloads
Brochures
| Title | Type | Size | |
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6" Submersible Motor Type Comparison Tool | 0.24 MB | |
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Municipal Market Brochure | 4.2 MB | |
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Agricultural Solutions Brochure | 2.04 MB | |
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Lake and Pond Management Brochure | 2.13 MB | |
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Water Systems Products and Applications Brochure | 5.61 MB | |
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Beyond the Pump Tools Services Brochure | 1.3 MB |
Catalogs
| Title | Type | Size | |
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Motors & Control Boxes Catalog | 4.93 MB |
Manuals
| Title | Type | Size | |
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2023 AIM Manual | 7.88 MB | |
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2024 SubData Manual | 3.19 MB | |
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Lightning Arrestor Manual | 0.14 MB | |
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Form 2207 Submersible Motor Install Record | 0.74 MB | |
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Submersible Motor Field Reference Manual | 0.83 MB |
Certifications
| Title | Type | Size | |
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NSF/ANSI 61 Water Quality Approval Document | 0.1 MB |
Assets
Parts & Accessories
6-Inch High-Temp Leads
| HP | Description | Lead Wire Size | Item | Product Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All 6 inch | Lead, XLPO, 316 SS, 13 ft, w/Ground | AWG #8 | 305519951 | 4 lb |
| All 6 inch | Lead, XLPO, 316 SS, 26 ft, w/Ground | AWG #8 | 305519952 | 9 lb |
| All 6 inch | Lead, XLPO, 316 SS, 50 ft, w/Ground | AWG #8 | 305519955 | 16 lb |
| 5 - 30 hp | Lead, XLPO, 316 SS, 75 ft, w/Ground | AWG #8 | 305519957 | 24 lb |
| 5 - 30 hp | Lead, XLPO, 316 SS, 100 ft, w/Ground | AWG #8 | 305519960 | 32 lb |
| 5 - 30 hp | Lead, XLPO, 316 SS, 125 ft, w/Ground | AWG #8 | 305519962 | 40 lb |
| 5 - 30 hp | Lead, XLPO, 316 SS, 150 ft, w/Ground | AWG #8 | 305519965 | 48 lb |
6-Inch Motor Accessories
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 155440902 | Surge Arrestor - Three-Phase - Up to 650 V to Ground |
| 305327903 | PT 100 SENSOR - 6-INCH (1/2 - 13 THREADS) |
| 151935902 | COUPLING, 6-INCH, #416 SS, 3/4" PUMP SHAFT, 3/16 x 1/8 x 1-3/4 KEY |
| 151935909 | COUPLING, 6-INCH, #416 SS, 1" PUMP SHAFT, 1/4 x 3/16 x 1-3/4 KEY |
| 151935921 | COUPLING, 6-INCH, #316 SS, 7/8" PUMP SHAFT, 1/4 x 3/16 x 1-3/4 KEY |
| 151935922 | Coupling, 6-inch, #316 SS, 3/4" Pump Shaft, 3/16 x 1/8 x 1-3/4 Key |
| 151935929 | COUPLING, 6-INCH, #316 SS, 1" PUMP SHAFT, 1/4 x 3/16 x 1-3/4 KEY |
| 151935901 | COUPLING, 6-INCH, #416 SS, 7/8" PUMP SHAFT, 1/4 x 3/16 x 1-3/4 KEY |
