Overview
The Reliance Electric RE41PW carbon brush is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement brush engineered for Reliance Electric DC motors. This lot of 6 brushes provides a cost-effective way to service multiple motors or maintain spares for planned maintenance. Carbon brushes are critical wear components that enable current transfer between stationary and rotating motor parts; replacements at regular intervals prevent motor damage and downtime.
Key Features
- OEM-compatible design matched to Reliance Electric RE41PW specification
- Premium carbon material formulation for optimal conductivity and durability
- Lot of 6 brushes—ideal for bulk replacement or inventory stocking
- Standard dimensions ensure drop-in fit on compatible motors
- Commonly used in paper mills, pulp processing, and industrial drive applications
Technical Specifications
- Length: 2.250 inches
- Width: 1.500 inches
- Thickness: 0.625 inches
- OEM Part Numbers: RE41PW, RE41-PW, 3141PW, 3141-PW, 3141TT, 3141-TT, RE41TT
- Material: Premium carbon (Helwig or equivalent aftermarket)
- Quantity: 6 brushes per lot
- Application: DC motor commutation
Typical Applications
Reliance Electric carbon brushes are used in industrial motor applications including paper and pulp processing equipment, plastic injection molding drives, metal processing machinery, and general-purpose DC motor systems. Regular brush replacement prevents arcing, commutation failure, and unplanned motor outages.
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Reliance Electric DC motors fitted with RE41-series brush holders
- Motors requiring OEM part numbers RE41PW, 3141PW, or equivalent
- Industrial motion control systems using brush-type commutation
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Reliance Electric RE41PW (primary)
- Reliance Electric RE41-PW
- Reliance Electric 3141PW
- Reliance Electric 3141-PW
- Reliance Electric 3141TT and RE41TT variants
Works With
- Helwig Carbon and aftermarket carbon brush replacement suppliers
- Reliance Electric brush holder assemblies and commutator rings
- Standard DC motor maintenance and retrofit programs
