ABB ACH531-01-026A-4+P973 LV AC wall-mounted drive - IP20
Part Number: 3ABD00058696-D
Quick Summary
ACH531-01-026A-4+P973 is a low-voltage AC wall-mounted drive designed for HVAC applications such as fans, pumps, and compressors. Engineers often face retrofit challenges with lengthy wiring, complex setup, and slow commissioning, which this drive helps mitigate by centralizing essential control functions and simplifying startup. It is CE-certified and offered in an IP20 enclosure, with optional Bluetooth capability for remote commissioning and monitoring. This combination delivers reliable, energy-conscious HVAC control while reducing installation time and lifecycle costs, making it a practical choice for modernization projects and new builds alike.
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Extended Description
3ABD00058696-D ABB: The ACH531 drive offering has all key features built-in to control fans, pumps and compressors, and more complex equipment like air-handling units and chillers, ensuring a smooth, energy-efficient operation of your HVAC systems in normal and mission-critical situations. The built-in features significantly reduce installation time and the standard basic control panel can make startup, commissioning, and operation easy. The optional Bluetooth=C2=AE capability enables the commissioning and monitoring of the drive from a distance. The ACH531-01 comes in an IP20 enclosure and can be installed on the wall as standard.
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Built-in control features for fans, pumps and compressors streamline startup and reduce external hardware needs, delivering faster project turnover and lower capex for HVAC upgrades. Application: retrofit projects and new builds where rapid commissioning is critical. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Wall-mounted, IP20 enclosure simplifies installation in confined mechanical rooms, improving safety and reducing enclosure-related labor costs. Application: indoor plant rooms and equipment closets with tight space constraints. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 11 kW, 25 A rated power enables precise speed control of mid-size HVAC motors, improving energy efficiency and process stability. Application: air handling units and chiller systems. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Optional Bluetooth enables remote commissioning and monitoring, cutting on-site visits and accelerating commissioning workflows. Application: remote HVAC system management and field upgrades. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Built-in basic control panel reduces wiring and panel space, lowering installation time and error potential. Application: new installations and space-limited retrofits. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Variable-speed operation delivers energy savings and demand shifting, supporting long-term operating cost reductions. Application: large-scale HVAC installations and retrofit programs seeking efficiency improvements.
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FAQs
The ACH531-01-026A-4+P973 is designed for HVAC systems that require precise motor control of fans, pumps, and compressors. Its built-in control capabilities support air handling units, pumps in chiller plants, and other HVAC equipment, enabling efficient speed regulation and smoother operational profiles while reducing external hardware requirements.
Installation benefits come from its wall-mounted form factor and IP20 enclosure, which simplify placement in mechanical rooms and reduce wiring complexity. The drive is designed for straightforward mounting, with integrated controls that minimize panel space and field wiring, speeding up startup and reducing installation errors.
Key specs include a nominal power rating of 11 kW with a 25 A current, intended for low-voltage AC applications. The IP20 enclosure provides indoor protection, and the unit supports built-in control features with optional Bluetooth for remote access. These specs support reliable, compliant operation in standard HVAC environments.
Yes, the drive is CE-certified and is offered in an IP20 enclosure for indoor use. An optional Bluetooth capability enables commissioning and monitoring from remote devices, reducing site visits and enabling faster handover and ongoing diagnostics without physical access to the drive.
The ACH531-01-026A-4+P973 delivers energy efficiency through precise speed control of HVAC motors, reducing energy costs associated with fans and pumps. Its built-in features minimize maintenance complexity, while remote commissioning and monitoring help detect faults early, lowering downtime and extending service intervals, which together improve total cost of ownership.