Buy Single Phase Electric Motors Online in Australia
Single phase electric motors run on standard Australian 240 V single-phase supply — the practical solution for workshops, small machinery, light pumps, fans and any application where three-phase power is not available. AIMS Industrial stocks TechTop TML and TMY series aluminium-frame single phase motors built to AS/NZS 1359 / IEC 60034. Foot mount (B3), flange mount (B5, B14), IP55 rated, 0.18 kW – 3.0 kW across frame sizes 56 – 100. Broader range available to order — contact us with the application spec.
240V Single Phase Motors — Quick Reference by Type
Single phase 240V motors are specified by starting mechanism — which determines starting torque, running characteristics and suitable load type. AIMS stocks single phase motors from TechTop in 0.18 kW to 3.0 kW across aluminium frame sizes 56 to 100.
| Motor Type | Starting Method | Best For | Starting Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacitor-Start (CSIR) | Centrifugal switch disconnects start capacitor after ~75% speed | Compressors, pumps, hard-starting loads | High (200-300% FLT) |
| Capacitor-Start Capacitor-Run (CSCR) | Two capacitors — start cap disconnects, run cap stays in | Higher efficiency & higher torque — premium compressors, hard-start applications | Very High (300-400% FLT) |
| Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC) | Single run capacitor stays in continuously | Fans, blowers, light-load continuous duty | Low (50-100% FLT) |
| Split-Phase | Higher-resistance start winding switched out after start | Light loads — fans, small pumps, easy-starting equipment | Low-Moderate (100-200% FLT) |
Synchronous speeds: 2-pole = 3000 RPM, 4-pole = 1500 RPM (most common), 6-pole = 1000 RPM. For the broader three-phase range, see 415V three-phase motors. For motor mounting hardware, see motor mounts and anti-vibration mounts.
Single Phase Electric Motors — 240V Industrial
AIMS Industrial stocks TechTop 240 V single-phase electric motors for applications operating on standard Australian single-phase supply. Single-phase motors are the practical solution for workshops, small machinery, light pumps and any application where three-phase power is not available. Manufactured to AS/NZS 1359 / IEC 60034 standards across the range.
For background on motor selection — frame size, mounting, IP rating, starting method and how to read a motor nameplate — see our electric motor guide.
Looking for three-phase? See our 415 V three-phase motor range, or the full electric motors collection for the wider lineup. Need variable speed control on a single-phase or three-phase drive? See variable frequency drives.
TML aluminium single-phase motors
The TechTop TML series covers general-purpose single-phase applications in aluminium-frame construction. Lightweight, corrosion-resistant and IP55 rated, TML motors suit workshop equipment, small pumps, fans and general machinery drives. The TML Dual Voltage variant provides flexibility between 240 V and 415 V supply by switching internal winding configuration — useful for OEM equipment that may operate across different site power configurations, or for workshops where future three-phase upgrade is anticipated.
TMY series
The TechTop TMY 240 V aluminium motor series provides capacitor-start, capacitor-run (CSCR) performance for applications requiring higher starting torque. The TMY is the correct selection for compressors, pumps and equipment with high inertia or high break-away torque loads where a standard single-phase split-phase motor does not provide sufficient starting capability. CSCR motors deliver up to 3-4× the starting torque of permanent-split-capacitor (PSC) motors at the cost of slightly higher complexity.
Applications & selection
Single-phase 240 V motors are used in workshop equipment, small pumps, fans, bandsaws, grinders and general machinery where three-phase power is unavailable. When specifying:
- Verify starting method — compressors and reciprocating pumps demand a motor with high starting torque (CSCR or CSIR); fans and centrifugal pumps will run on PSC or split-phase
- Check IP rating against environment — IP55 (TechTop standard) suits indoor workshop use; IP56 or higher for outdoor or washdown
- Mounting — B3 (foot mount), B5 (flange) and B14 (face flange) determine how the motor attaches to the driven equipment
- Pole count drives speed — 2-pole runs ~2,850 rpm, 4-pole runs ~1,440 rpm, 6-pole runs ~960 rpm at 50 Hz
Range & expanded options
AIMS holds a working range of TechTop TML and TMY single-phase motors ex-stock for the most common workshop and light-industrial applications. Broader frame sizes, IE-equivalent ratings, non-standard voltages, IP56/IP66 sealing and food-grade stainless variants are all available to order — call us with the application spec and we'll quote a delivered price and ETA.
Companion ranges at AIMS
240 V single-phase motors sit within our broader electric motors range. For motor mounting hardware, see anti-vibration mounts. For drive components downstream of the motor, see couplings and the matching V-belt pulleys and timing pulleys. The full TechTop range covers motors plus accessories.
For motor selection by application — particularly for OEM specification or retrofit replacement — call (02) 9773 0122 or contact our team. We'll match frame size, mounting, starting method and IP rating to the application.