ABB 3AUA0000148218 Motors & Drives - ACQ550 U1
Part Number: 3AUA0000148218
Quick Summary
ABB 3AUA0000148218 Motors & Drives is a configurable motor drive that precisely controls AC motors in industrial automation and process lines. Engineers upgrading legacy systems often face integration hurdles, downtime, and escalating energy costs. This solution aligns with CE conformity, offers SIL-ready safety options, and is available in rugged IP-rated enclosures for harsh environments. With streamlined parameterization and remote diagnostics, the system reduces commissioning time while improving uptime, efficiency, and maintenance planning. Designed for scalable deployment across conveyors, pumps, and machine tools, it supports seamless integration with existing control architectures and delivers measurable ROI.
Product Information
Feature -> Business Impact -> Application: Flexible, parameterizable drive platform that supports modular configurations and rapid parameter replication across machines; reduces engineering time and commissioning risk, enabling faster rollouts on new lines and upgrades to existing lines such as conveyors and packaging processes. Feature -> Business Impact -> Application: Energy-efficient motor control with smooth-start and precise torque management; lowers peak demand and operating costs on fans, pumps, and conveyors while maintaining process stability in manufacturing environments. Feature -> Business Impact -> Application: Built-in diagnostics and remote monitoring capabilities; improves mean time to repair (MTTR), supports preventive maintenance planning, and reduces unplanned downtime in critical applications like pumps and material handling. Feature -> Business Impact -> Application: Safety and compliance integration with CE conformity and SIL-ready interfaces plus rugged IP-rated enclosures; enhances regulatory alignment and operator protection in demanding environments such as food & beverage, metals, and packaging. Feature -> Business Impact -> Application: Easy installation and broad compatibility with ABB motors and fieldbus options; minimizes cabinet redesign, shortens installation time, and supports scalable deployment across multi-line operations and OEM environments.
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FAQs
Yes. The drive supports seamless integration within ABB motor ecosystems, enabling straightforward parameter import, standard fieldbus interfaces, and shared safety and protection schemes. Verify supply voltage, motor ratings, and protective device coordination in the control cabinet to ensure a smooth retrofit or expansion without disrupting production.
This variant belongs to the ACQ550 family and provides configurable speed and torque control for AC motors. It supports soft-start and ramping profiles, reliable overcurrent and short-circuit protection, and flexible fieldbus communication. For best results, match motor power and voltage to the drive’s ratings and align with the plant’s PLC programming standards.
Absolutely. The ACQ550 U1-031A-2+B055 is suited for motor control in conveyors, dosing pumps, and process line equipment. Key benefits include smooth acceleration, precise speed regulation, and reduced energy consumption. When sizing, consider load profiles, start/stop cycles, and required protection levels to maximize performance and minimize wear on mechanicals.
The drive is designed to support CE conformity with safety interfaces suitable for SIL-ready configurations, enhancing functional safety in automated lines. Depending on configuration, rugged IP-rated enclosures are available for harsh environments. Always confirm the exact enclosure rating and safety option set with the system integrator or ABB representative for your installation site.
You can anticipate reduced maintenance costs through built-in diagnostics and remote monitoring, enabling predictive maintenance rather than reactive repairs. The drive’s reliable motor control lowers downtime and extends equipment life, delivering a favorable return on investment by improving asset availability, operator efficiency, and overall throughput in manufacturing or packaging operations.