ABB 3AUA0000005378 ACH550-UH-157A-4 - ACH550 Drive
Part Number: 3AUA0000005378
Quick Summary
ACH550-UH-157A-4 is a compact ABB drive that precisely controls AC motors in automated manufacturing and processing lines. This solution helps address commissioning delays and inconsistent motor behavior that drive downtime. It offers CE compliance, IP-rated housing, and SIL-ready safety features to support safe, reliable operation in demanding environments. For industrial automation, energy efficiency and predictable performance are critical, and this model delivers on both with straightforward integration and robust protection.
Product Information
Feature: Configurable motor control and scalable parameter sets → Business Impact: Reduces commissioning time, improves motor life, and lowers total cost of ownership → Application: Conveyors, pumps, fans, and processing lines where precise speed control is required. Feature: Integrated protection and diagnostics → Business Impact: Minimizes unplanned downtime and accelerates fault resolution → Application: Critical production lines and packaging equipment that demand high uptime. Feature: Energy-efficient drive with soft-start and ramping → Business Impact: Lowers energy consumption and peak demand, enabling greener operations and reduced utility costs → Application: Fans, pumps, and conveyors in continuous operation. Feature: Plug-and-play installation and software tools compatibility → Business Impact: Faster setup, fewer wiring errors, and easier upgrades → Application: Panel assemblies and retrofit projects where time is money. Feature: Remote monitoring and diagnostics options → Business Impact: Enables predictive maintenance and faster troubleshooting → Application: Large-scale automation deployments with centralized control.
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FAQs
The ACH550-UH-157A-4 is designed to control AC motors in industrial automation, including conveyors, pumps, fans, mixers, and processing equipment. It supports mid-range horsepower ranges and standard control schemes, making it suitable for machine rooms, packaging lines, and water treatment systems where reliable speed control and protection are required.
Installation involves mounting in a standard enclosure with adequate clearance for cooling, wiring to motor leads and the power input, and configuring basic parameters with ABB's engineering tools. Commissioning includes motor tuning, ramp rate setup, and enabling built-in diagnostics. Use shielded cables and follow local electrical codes to ensure reliable operation.
The drive includes CE compliance for European safety standards, an IP-rated enclosure for environmental protection, and SIL-ready safety features designed to reduce risk in automated lines. It offers overcurrent, thermal, and short-circuit protection, plus fault logging and remote diagnostics to support compliance audits and safe operation.
Expect energy savings from optimized speed control, soft-start ramping, and efficient motor operation. Built-in protection guards against motor stall, overload, and thermal stress, prolonging motor life and reducing unscheduled downtime. Diagnostic data supports proactive maintenance and process stability.
The drive can lower energy costs and downtime, delivering a favorable payback in months for many mid-size applications. Routine maintenance focuses on software updates and buffer cleanouts; hardware requires standard enclosure care and thermal management. Remote monitoring can further improve uptime and maintenance planning.