Drive Blower Motor 20590 – 3/4-1/5 HP, 115V, 1075 RPM, 48 Frame, 4-Speed, Reversible Rotation, Sleeve Bearing, Replaces US Motors 5470 and More

Condition: New – Not used, factory fresh, however, note: currently on backorder until December 16th, 2024. Capacitors are not included. Comes with through bolts and mounting rings.

The Drive 20590 universal blower motor is a highly adaptable multi-horsepower, 4-speed, reversible motor designed for direct replacement of dozens of OEM and aftermarket HVAC blower applications. Operating at 115V, 60Hz, this motor supports a range of horsepower from 3/4 HP down to 1/5 HP, depending on the capacitor and speed connection.

Ideal for both residential and light commercial furnaces, air handlers, and HVAC systems, this motor is equipped with sleeve bearings, automatic overload protection, and Class B insulation, making it suitable for continuous air-over duty.

🔧 Motor Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 20590

• Horsepower: 3/4 – 1/5 HP (multi-tap, speed/capacitor-dependent)

• Voltage: 115V

• Frequency: 60 Hz

• Phase: Single Phase

• RPM: 1075

• Speeds: 4-Speed (multi-capacitor, multiple torque settings)

• Rotation: Reversible (CW/CCW)

• Frame Size: 48

• Mounting:

  • Belly Band Mount

  • Mounting Rings

  • Through-Bolts

• Bearings: Sleeve

• Enclosure: Open Air Over (OAO)

• Duty: Continuous

• Insulation: Class B

• Overload Protection: Automatic thermal

• Capacitor(s): Not included – must be selected based on desired HP/speed setting

• Shaft: Typically 1/2″ x 4″ (verify if needed)

• Application Type: Blower motor (not condenser fan)

⚙️ Features

• Versatile multi-horsepower output (3/4 to 1/5 HP)

• Reversible shaft rotation – easily configurable

• 4-Speed functionality with multiple capacitor options (user-configurable)

• OAO (Open Air Over) for fan coil/blower applications

• Designed for universal replacement of many HVAC blower motors

• Equipped with mounting rings and through bolts

• Works with belt-drive and direct-drive systems using 48-frame

• Factory balanced for smooth, vibration-free operation

🧩 Applications

• Residential and commercial HVAC systems

• Blower motors in:

  • Furnaces

  • Air handlers

  • Packaged units

  • Rooftop units

• Compatible with systems requiring:

  • 115V, 1PH, 1075 RPM

  • Reversible direction

  • Multiple HP range based on application load

🔁 Cross-Referenced & Equivalent Models

This motor replaces or is equivalent to:

• US Motors: 5470, 3312, 5KCP39RGS935S

• Packard: 45470

• Century: FDL6002A

• Emerson: 5470, K55HXEGT-7318

• Rheem: 51-22859-01, 51-23017-41, 51-23017-42, 51-24164-01, 51-19055-01, 51-26192-01, 51-22121-01

• Genteq: 3466

• Mars: 03466, 22466

• Smart Electric: 235213, SE3466

• Source 1: FHM3466, S1-FHM3466

• Nidec: 5470, 3312

• Other Emerson references: Y7L623E523S, K55HXEGT7318

Always confirm specs: HP, RPM, voltage, frame size, and shaft rotation before replacement.

🧱 Can Be Used In

This motor is typically used in:

• Carrier, Rheem, Ruud, Goodman, York, Trane, and Nordyne air handlers and furnaces

• OEM and aftermarket replacement for many 48-frame blower assemblies

• Multi-speed fan control boards requiring 4-speed motor input

• Compatible with universal motor mount kits and brackets

📌 Related

• 3/4 hp 115v 1075 rpm blower motor

• universal hvac blower motor 48 frame 4 speed

• rheem blower motor 51-23017-41

• motor replaces us motors 5470

• fan coil air handler motor reversible

• multi hp motor 20590 sleeve bearing

📈 Common Requests:

1. “What capacitor should I use with this motor?”

   Varies by speed/tap. Typical value for 3/4 HP is 15–20 MFD / 370V, but refer to wiring label on motor.

2. “Is the shaft reversible?”

   Yes, CW or CCW depending on connection.

3. “Can I use this for a furnace blower?”

   Yes, for many models. Verify frame size, HP, and voltage.

4. “Is the capacitor included?”

   No, capacitors are not included.

5. “Is this motor currently available?”

   Backordered until December 16, 2024.

⚠️ Trademarks Disclaimer

US Motors®, Emerson®, Genteq®, Century®, Nidec®, Mars®, Source 1®, and all other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Names and part numbers are used strictly for cross-reference and compatibility purposes.

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