The 1696-GP-23PSB is a Marathon electric motor. It is a general purpose, open drip-proof, totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) motor with a Nema premium efficiency rating. It is a three-phase, four pole motor with a double-ended shaft, 23.0 horsepower rating, and a rated full-load rotating field current (RFR) of 33.4 amps. The motor is designed for high-efficiency operation and features a continuous duty rating, a Class F insulation system, and a Dielectric Strength of 1500 Volts. It also has a class B temperature rise and external conduit box connection. This motor is ideal for applications such as compressors, pumps, fans and blowers.