ABB ACS255-03U-17A0-6 Motors & Drives - UL Open IP20
Part Number: 3AUA0000199598
Quick Summary
ACS255 drive is a compact LV AC micro drive for precise speed control in conveyors and pumps. Engineers frequently struggle with enclosure fit, wiring complexity, and protecting against short circuits in demanding lines. This UL-listed device supports IP20 open-enclosure installation, delivering reliability in harsh industrial environments. This Modbus-RTU-enabled drive includes an integrated keypad for quick commissioning and sensorless vector control for both AC induction and PM motors. Applications include augers, mixers, pumps, fans, and conveyors, making it a versatile choice for food processing, plastics, and material handling. For procurement teams, the combination of flexible torque profiles and remote monitoring translates to reduced downtime and lower total cost of ownership.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AUA0000199598 ABB: The ACS255 drive comes in several variants ensuring seamless integration into machines. The UL (NEMA) TYPE Open / IP20 ACS255 is designed for installation inside another enclosure. Common application includes augers, mixers, pumps, fans and conveyors. The key features include an integrated keypad for easy configuration, precise process control with V/Hz control and sensorless vector control for both AC induction and PM motors, enhanced short circuit protection, operating mode selection with variable torque and constant torque V/Hz profiles, and embedded Modbus-RTU communication interface for real time control and monitoring. Optional external control panel for remote mounting and control is available
Feature: V/Hz control with sensorless vector control delivers precise torque and smooth acceleration across varying loads. Impact: reduces current spikes, minimizes motor wear, and enhances protection during start-up. Application: ideal for conveyors, pumps, and fans in packaging lines and material handling facilities. Feature: Integrated keypad and straightforward parameterization speed up commissioning. Impact: cuts wiring complexity and on-site programming time, lowering installation costs. Application: suits machines like augers and mixers installed inside enclosures in process environments. Feature: Embedded Modbus-RTU interface enables real-time control and monitoring. Impact: facilitates centralized supervision, faster fault isolation, and seamless PLC/SCADA integration. Application: multi-drive systems on conveyors, pumps, and fans across factories. Feature: Variable torque and constant torque V/Hz profiles support load variations without sacrificing efficiency. Impact: improves process stability and energy savings. Application: augers, mixers, fans, and material handling equipment with changing loads. Feature: Enhanced short-circuit protection and safe-start behavior reduce unplanned downtime. Impact: protects motors and drives in harsh industrial environments, extending equipment life. Application: heavy-duty conveyors and pumps in continuous-duty operations. Feature: Optional external control panel enables remote mounting for tight spaces. Impact: provides flexible installation and easier operator access. Application: OEM machines and packaging lines where space is at a premium.
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FAQs
Yes. The ACS255 supports both AC induction and PM motors, enabling retrofit of legacy drives without replacing entire assemblies. Its UL-listed design and IP20 open-enclosure variant simplify mounting inside customer enclosures, while the embedded Modbus-RTU interface ensures seamless PLC or SCADA integration for a smooth upgrade path.
ACS255 provides V/Hz control with sensorless vector control for both AC induction and PM motors, delivering precise torque across load ranges. It also offers variable torque and constant torque operating profiles, which improves efficiency and process stability in conveyors, pumps, and fans while reducing startup current and wear.
Applications include augers, mixers, pumps, fans, and conveyors, particularly where space is constrained or installations occur inside panels. The device’s compact footprint, IP20/open-enclosure variant, and easy commissioning make it ideal for food processing, plastics, and material-handling equipment requiring reliable speed control and straightforward integration.
The ACS255 is UL-listed and IP20-rated for open-enclosure installations, aligning with common industrial safety standards. While CE conformity and SIL ratings depend on regional configurations, the device is designed to meet global automation requirements and offers robust protection features suitable for regulated environments.
By delivering precise speed control and improved motor protection, ACS255 reduces energy consumption and wear, lowering operating costs. The integrated keypad speeds up commissioning, Modbus-RTU enables remote monitoring for proactive maintenance, and open-enclosure compatibility simplifies retrofits, all contributing to shorter downtime and faster ROI.