Overview
The NuTone 23388 fan motor is a single-speed, shaded pole motor engineered for bathroom exhaust fans and general ventilation applications. Operating at 120 volts with 1/100 HP output and 1550 RPM, this motor provides dependable airflow control for residential and light commercial HVAC systems. The totally enclosed housing protects internal components in humid environments, making it ideal for continuous exhaust duty.
Key Features
- Single-Speed Operation: Fixed 1550 RPM output for consistent ventilation performance
- Shaded Pole Design: Reliable, maintenance-free motor construction with no capacitor start requirement
- Totally Enclosed Housing: Protects windings and bearings from moisture and dust ingress
- Low Current Draw: 0.65 Amps at full load—safe for standard 15A household circuits
- Compact 3.3″ Diameter: Fits existing bathroom fan mounts without major modifications
- Grommet Mounting: Stud-mount design with hex hubs on motor sides for secure installation
Technical Specifications
- Voltage: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase
- Horsepower: 1/100 HP
- Speed: 1550 RPM (fixed)
- Current Draw: 0.65 Amps
- Rotation: CCW (counter-clockwise) viewing shaft end
- Frame Diameter: 3.3 inches
- Shaft: 1/4″ diameter x 1″ length
- Bearing Type: Sleeve bearing
- Enclosure: Totally enclosed
- Motor Type: Shaded pole
- Plug: 2-prong with ground wire
- Overload Protection: Automatic thermal
Typical Applications
- Bathroom exhaust fan motors for 50–70 CFM fans
- Kitchen ventilation ductwork exhaust systems
- HVAC return-air ducting
- General-purpose light ventilation in residential and light commercial buildings
- Attic or crawlspace ventilation fans
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- NuTone/Broan bathroom exhaust fan models 8661, 8662, 8671, 8672, 8831, 8832, 8833
- Standard 120V exhaust fan mounting brackets
- Existing grommet-mount fan housings with 3.3″ motor spaces
- Any application requiring a shaded pole exhaust motor at 120V, 1/100 HP
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- NuTone 23388 (original)
- NuTone 23405 and 23405SER
- Fasco D1109 equivalent motors
- Motors bearing part numbers 7163-9363 or 7163-9363
- JA2C series motors (JA2C028, JA2C028G, JA2C125, JA2C125G)
Works With
- Standard 120VAC household electrical circuits (15A minimum)
- Exhaust fan speed controls (if using external dimmer/capacitor)
- HVAC ducting systems (4″–6″ diameter)
- Any control voltage or thermostat that energizes 120V fan circuits
