Choosing between two electric motors comes down to power, phase, and voltage. The Baldor 0962-28 and the GARVEE 5HP SPL sit on opposite sides of that equation. The Baldor is a compact three-phase motor built for light industrial duty, while the GARVEE is a high-horsepower single-phase motor designed for air compressor operation. Your decision hinges on what your machine expects. The wrong choice means a motor that either lacks the torque to run your equipment or draws power from a system it wasn't designed for.
Quick Verdict
If your equipment is wired for three-phase power and only needs a small motor, the Baldor is the one to get. If you need a single-phase motor with serious horsepower for a compressor, the GARVEE at $128.79 is the far more practical choice, especially next to the Baldor's $395 price. Think about the power supply you have available before you commit, because the two motors are not interchangeable.
At a Glance
| Specification | Baldor 0962-28 | GARVEE 5HP SPL |
| Price | $395.00 | $128.79 |
| Horsepower | 1/4 HP | 5 HP |
| Voltage | 660V | 230V |
| Phase | 3 PH | Single Phase |
| Speed | 1425 RPM | 3450 RPM |
Where Each Motor Wins
- Baldor 0962-28: The three-phase compatibility is its biggest advantage. If your machine is wired for three-phase power, this motor matches that requirement without adaptation.
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Product Notes
New Baldor 0962-28 Industrial Electric Motor
This Baldor unit is a new industrial motor with the model number 0962-28. It's rated at 1/4 horsepower and spins at 1425 RPM on a three-phase 660V supply. That makes it a precise match for machinery built around a low-power three-phase electrical system. The unit is new, so you're getting a fresh motor rather than a used or refurbished part. Choose it if your application runs on 660V three-phase and requires a modest power rating. The limitation is its narrow electrical fit: it won't run on a standard single-phase circuit, so you need a matching three-phase supply to use it.
5HP SPL Air Compressor Electric Motor
This GARVEE motor is built for air compressor duty, with 5 horsepower and 3450 RPM on a single-phase 230V supply. The 5/8\" keyed shaft is a standard fit for compressor pumps, and the CW/CCW reversible rotation makes installation flexible. It's a new motor with a commercial-duty design, and the copper-clad aluminum winding helps keep weight down at 46.2 pounds. Pick it if you're replacing a compressor motor or building a compressor that runs on standard single-phase power. The main limitation is its special-purpose (SPL) rating, meaning it's tailored to compressor use and may not be ideal for general-purpose industrial loads.
Final Choice by Use Case
Choose the Baldor 0962-28 if you have a three-phase machine that needs a small motor. Its specific electrical rating makes it a direct replacement for equipment built around that configuration.
Choose the GARVEE 5HP SPL if you need a single-phase motor for an air compressor. The high speed and keyed shaft are well matched to compressor pumps, and the design is tailored to that job.
For most home shops, the single-phase option is far easier to hook up; for production floors running three-phase distribution, the Baldor slots right in.
