When you're shopping for industrial motors, the challenge isn't always finding options-it's knowing whether an option actually fits your application. These two units sit at opposite ends of the price and information spectrum: one gives you every electrical detail, the other leaves the identification to you.
Quick verdict
The Baldor-Reliance CNM3457 is the more straightforward choice at $275.00. It's a fully documented AC motor with clear electrical specs, so you can confirm compatibility before you buy. The Gast 1000055624 is at $574.95, but its specifications aren't clear. If you already know what this Gast unit is for, it may still be worth the higher price. For most buyers, the documented Baldor-Reliance is the safer pick.
Side-by-side comparison
| Model | Price | Condition | Key details | Price bar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldor-Reliance CNM3457 | $275.00 | New open box | 0.33 HP, 3450 RPM, 3-phase, TENV, 208-230/460 V | |
| Gast 1000055624 | $574.95 | New open box | Gast motor/pump; model 1000055624 |
Where each product wins
- The Baldor-Reliance wins when you need a known quantity: all the electrical details are documented, making it easy to confirm compatibility before you commit.
- The Gast wins when you're already looking for a Gast unit rather than a general-purpose motor. It's made in the United States, and the model number 1000055624 is clearly identified.
Product notes
Baldor-Reliance CNM3457 3-Phase General-Purpose Industrial AC Electric Motor
The CNM3457 is a compact general-purpose motor with 0.33 HP and a 3450 RPM base speed. Its three-phase AC design runs on 208-230/460 V at 60 Hz, and the full-load amp rating of 1.6-1.4/.7 gives you a clear electrical picture. The TENV enclosure is a strong point for dirty environments because it has no ventilation openings to clog with dust or light moisture. At the lower price of the two, this is the option that removes guesswork from the buying decision. The trade-off is the modest horsepower: it's built for light industrial duty, not high-torque applications. If your setup calls for a small, single-speed 3-phase motor with documented specifications, this one is the easier yes.
Gast 1000055624 Industrial Electric Motor / Pump
This Gast unit is a new open-box motor/pump that's ready for service. Its main advantage is the motor/pump format: it's not just a bare motor, so if your application needs both components in one unit, this is the only product here that fits that description. Its price is considerably higher than the Baldor-Reliance, which is a real limitation. The higher cost may be justified if you're specifically looking for a Gast motor/pump and the component matches your application. That said, the intended use isn't defined, so it's a better fit for someone who already recognizes the component than for someone hunting for a generic motor replacement.
Final choice by use case
Choose the Baldor-Reliance CNM3457 if you need a general-purpose motor with documented electrical specs and want to spend the lower price of the two. It's the safer buy when you need a motor that arrives with its operating specs already spelled out.
Choose the Gast 1000055624 if you have a specific need for this Gast unit, you already know it matches your application, and the higher price doesn't bother you. It's the pick for someone who wants a complete unit rather than a separate motor.
