Engineered for demanding applications built for long-term confidence

Some elevator projects demand more than standard solutions.

Higher capacities. Greater traction requirements. Challenging installation environments. Expectations for smooth performance every day.

The Imperial Electric 808-OB Gearless AC Machine was designed to help meet those challenges. Combining advanced permanent magnet motor technology with a heavy-duty double-wrap configuration, the 808-OB delivers the strength, precision, and reliability needed for demanding elevator applications.

Whether supporting a new installation or a modernization project, the 808-OB offers a powerful balance of performance, efficiency, and long-term value.

Built to take on bigger challenges

Not every building operates the same way.

Some experience constant passenger traffic. Others require elevators capable of moving heavier loads throughout the day. In both situations, the traction machine plays a critical role in overall system performance.

The 808-OB is designed to help elevator systems operate with confidence, even under demanding conditions.

Up to 12,000 lb capacity

Supports a wide range of high-capacity applications.

Speeds up to 1,600 FPM

Delivers efficient and reliable vertical transportation.

66,000 lb maximum sheave shaft load

Built to handle challenging loading requirements.

Designed for smooth, consistent performance

Passengers may never see the machine room, but they notice the results.

The 808-OB helps deliver the smooth ride quality modern buildings expect.

Precise low-speed control

Improves ride comfort and stopping accuracy.

Smoother startups

Reduces abrupt movement and enhances the passenger experience.

Quiet operation

Helps create a more comfortable environment throughout the building.

Efficiency that supports modern buildings

Building owners are increasingly focused on energy performance and operational costs.

The 808-OB helps support both.

AC permanent magnet technology

Designed to maximize efficiency while delivering powerful performance.

Reduced power consumption

Helps support building energy goals.

Self-cooling motor design

No cooling fan required, helping reduce maintenance requirements.

Built around reliability

A machine should perform just as confidently years from now as it does on day one.

That philosophy is built into the 808-OB.

Heavy-duty construction

Engineered for demanding elevator environments.

Dual independent brakes

Provides dependable stopping performance and added confidence.

Re-greaseable bearings

Supports long service life and simplified maintenance.

UL/CSA certified

Designed to meet recognized industry standards.

Flexible for a variety of applications

Every project comes with different requirements.

The 808-OB is designed with the flexibility to support multiple installation types and elevator configurations.

Straight drop applications

Overhead installations

Basement installations

Side adjacent applications

1:1 and 2:1 roping configurations

This flexibility helps consultants, contractors, and OEMs find the right solution for a wider range of projects.

Why choose the imperial electric 808-OB?

The 808-OB isn't simply designed to move elevators.

It's designed to help buildings perform better.

With exceptional load capability, energy-efficient operation, advanced braking technology, and the flexibility to support demanding applications, the 808-OB provides elevator professionals with a solution they can trust.

When reliability matters, performance matters.

And when projects demand more, the 808-OB is ready.

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