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Don't buy a motor just because it's cheaper. It's also important to consider operating costs, such as electricity consumption and maintenance, which may amount to 2–8 times the purchase cost of the motor each year. NEMA PremiumTM motors cost an average of 12–17% more than EPAct motors. Take advantage of the Hydro-Québec rebate on the purchase of NEMA PremiumTM motors and save a lot of energy year after year, well after the payback period. The payback period is the time it takes to save enough money to offset the additional expense of purchasing a NEMA PremiumTM motor.
Look at the examples of replacing motors with NEMA PremiumTM motors. You'll see how much you save by switching to this type of motor. Replacement examples – Rate M With the Hydro-Québec rebate, you'll recoup the additional cost of your NEMA PremiumTM motor within two or three years of purchase. You'll not only cut your energy costs, but your maintenance cost for the motor's entire useful life.
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