ABB 3AUA0000005421 Motors & Drives - ACH550-UH-248A-2
Part Number: 3AUA0000005421
Quick Summary
ABB 3AUA0000005421 is a versatile drive for precise AC motor control in industrial automation. It addresses startup surges and tuning complexity by offering intuitive commissioning and robust protection. This solution emphasizes CE compliance and integrated safety features, with IP-rated variants suitable for harsh environments. By standardizing configuration and enabling seamless network integration, it reduces project risk and commissioning time. For engineers and procurement teams, the drive translates to lower downtime, energy savings, and faster deployment. This aligns with modern factory environments where reliability, safety, and compliance drive ROI. Leverage ABB's engineering support and standard parts to simplify procurement and maintenance.
Product Information
Sensorless vector control and V/Hz precision enable smooth, torque-aware speed regulation that minimizes current spikes and motor wear across variable loads, delivering dependable performance in high-demand lines. This translates to tangible business benefits, including reduced energy consumption, quieter operation, and longer life for drive-end components on conveyors, pumps, and fans in automotive, food, and packaging systems. The compact footprint and simplified installation reduce panel real estate requirements and wiring complexity, allowing engineers to consolidate drives within standardized cabinets and cut assembly time by half in typical upgrade projects. With integrated protection and fault-tolerant design, external fuses, reactors, and separate safety relays are often unnecessary, delivering cost savings and higher reliability for OEMs and maintenance teams. Flexible networking and protocol compatibility enable rapid integration with existing PLCs, SCADA systems, and MES platforms, supporting remote diagnostics, fault reporting, and predictive maintenance without extensive rework. This interoperability lowers integration risk and accelerates deployment across multi-line facilities, improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and operator visibility. Fast commissioning tools, parameter templates, and guided wizards streamline setup, letting technicians tailor speed and torque curves for common process profiles in hours rather than days. Pre-configured safety baselines, alarms, and diagnostics reduce test cycles and improve audit readiness during audits and compliance checks. Safety features such as STO and safe-stop options help meet regulatory obligations while protecting personnel and equipment in harsh industrial environments. Combined with standard motor compatibility and reduced spare parts inventories, this drive supports predictable maintenance, lower total cost of ownership, and improved ROI for capital projects.
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FAQs
The drive supports standard three-phase low-voltage motors and common panel layouts, designed for DIN-rail mounting and standard terminal wiring. It integrates with ABB and third-party PLCs via Ethernet or fieldbus options, and is suitable for retrofit projects where input voltage, motor power range, and wiring diagrams must align with existing control cabinets. Always verify motor compatibility and enclosure fit during planning.
Energy efficiency is driven by sensorless vector control combined with precise V/Hz regulation, delivering targeted torque with lower current peaks and reduced heat. Soft-start and ramp profiles minimize mechanical stress, extending motor and drive life while reducing energy consumption during start-up and transient operations in conveyors, pumps, and fans.
Yes. The drive is designed for reliable motor control in packaging lines, conveyors, and process pumps, offering smooth speed transitions, robust protection, and easy integration with existing control architectures. Its flexible network options and diagnostic capabilities help maintain synchronization across multiple lines, improving line throughput and waste reduction in typical packaging and process applications.
Check for CE compliance and safety certifications relevant to your region, as well as any UL/CSA listings and IP rating variants that fit your enclosure environment. Confirm safety features such as STO and Safe Stop, and review the datasheet for exact certification scope and enclosure protection levels to ensure regulatory and site-specific requirements are met.
Expect a favorable ROI driven by reduced energy usage, lower downtime, and simplified maintenance with fewer external components. The drive’s built-in diagnostics and remote monitoring enable proactive maintenance and faster fault isolation, while standard motor compatibility and common spare parts minimize inventory and support long-term operational efficiency.