ABB 3ABD50000039021 LV AC drive - ACQ580-01-12A7-4
Part Number: 3ABD50000039021
Quick Summary
The ABB LV AC drive is a compact wall-mounted controller that optimizes water and wastewater pumping operations. Operators often struggle with energy waste, pump wear, and inconsistent flow; this drive provides sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, and dry-run protection to address these challenges. It ships in an IP21 enclosure as standard, with IP55 and flange-mount options for tougher environments, and carries CE compliance for industrial settings. The built-in energy calculator visualizes savings, while the intuitive Hand-Off-Auto panel speeds commissioning. Optional Bluetooth control, Drive Composer PC tool, and easy integration with existing motor systems deliver a scalable, efficient solution for modern water infrastructure.
Product Information
Extended Description
3ABD50000039021 ABB: The ACQ580-01 drives deliver innovative pump features for the water and wastewater industry, securing energy efficient flow of water and wastewater in your pumping solutions. This robust and compact wall-mounted drive has built-in pump application functionality such as sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, dry run protection, quick ramps, and a solution for keeping the impeller of the pump clean. Usability is further enhanced with the intuitive Hand-Off-Auto control panel, the PC tool Drive composer and an optional Bluetooth=C2=AE control panel. The built-in energy calculator visualizes the energy savings achieved with the use of the drive. The ACQ580-01 variant comes in an IP21 enclosure as standard and can be installed on the wall. In addition, IP55 and flange mounting units are available.
Feature: Sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, and level control enable precise pump regulation without additional sensors. Impact: Reduces energy use and wear, delivering predictable flow and lower operating costs. Application: Water and wastewater pumping where variable demand requires adaptive control. Feature: Dry-run protection and soft pipe fill minimize pump damage during startup and low-flow conditions. Impact: Extends pump life, lowers maintenance frequency, and reduces replacement costs. Application: Lifts and distribution systems with irregular start/stop cycles. Feature: Quick ramps and built-in energy calculator visualize and optimize energy savings. Impact: Smoother starts, reduced electrical peak demand, and verifiable efficiency improvements. Application: Large pumping networks in municipal and industrial facilities. Feature: Intuitive Hand-Off-Auto control panel and Drive Composer PC tool with optional Bluetooth interface. Impact: Speeds commissioning, simplifies diagnostics, and enables remote tuning and monitoring. Application: Field installations and retrofit projects across water utilities and processing plants. Feature: IP21 standard enclosure with IP55 and flange-mount options for installation flexibility. Impact: Easier wall mounting, better protection in varying environments, and scalable deployment. Application: New builds and upgrades in both indoor control rooms and outdoor/industrial settings. Objection handling: The drive’s compatibility with existing ABB and third-party motors, along with its embedded energy calculator, supports quick ROI through energy savings, reduced maintenance, and faster project delivery for municipal and industrial water applications.
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FAQs
Installation should begin with a suitable wall-mount location for the IP21 standard enclosure. Ensure the drive is powered from a compatible three-phase supply and that motor nameplate current aligns with the drive’s 12.6 A capability. Use Drive Composer for commissioning, and configure Hand-Off-Auto to enable safe, staged handover from maintenance to operations teams. If upgrading to IP55, verify enclosure protection and mounting provisions for your site conditions.
Yes. The ACQ580-01-12A7-4 is designed for water and wastewater pumping, featuring sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, and dry-run protection. These capabilities help maintain consistent flow, optimize energy use, and protect pumps from dry running or abrupt starts. Its compatibility with Hand-Off-Auto and Drive Composer further supports reliable operation in municipal and industrial pumping systems.
Sensorless flow calculation estimates flow rates without external sensors, reducing installation complexity and maintenance. This enables precise speed and torque control, responsive pump tuning, and better stability under varying system demands. In wastewater and water networks, this translates to smoother operation, lower energy consumption, and extended pump life due to better-matched operating points.
The drive is CE-compliant and ships with a standard IP21 enclosure, with optional IP55 and flange-mount configurations for harsher environments. These ratings support safe operation in indoor control rooms and more exposed installations. For performance verification or regulatory alignment, reference the unit’s energy calculator and integrated protection features which bolster reliability and compliance in water-management facilities.
The built-in energy calculator visualizes potential energy savings by optimizing pump speed and flow under real conditions. By reducing peak demand, minimizing dry-run incidents, and enabling efficient multi-pump strategies, facilities can achieve a favorable payback period. Industry experience shows significant reductions in energy use for variable demand pumping, along with lower maintenance costs and extended pump life.