ABB ACS880 Extension Box 3AUA0000200418 - UL Listed, 83 A
Part Number: 3AUA0000200418
Quick Summary
ABB ACS880 Extension Box is a wall-mounted enclosure that adds input fusing for ACS880 drives in automation lines. It eliminates the need to source separate fusing and disconnect components, reducing panel complexity and installation time. UL-listed safety protection is standard, while European CE considerations and enclosure IP options align with global compliance. This extension box supports fieldbus adapters and a 120V digital interface to streamline control, reducing downtime and maintenance. Built for harsh environments, it supports industry-wide applications such as conveyors, pumps, fans and extruders. By consolidating protective devices and interface options in one enclosure, engineers accelerate commissioning and enhance serviceability.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AUA0000200418 ABB: The ACS880 Extension Box is an ACS880-01 wall-mounted drive on a back panel with an electrical box for additional devices. Within the box are line fuses to protect the drive. Optional devices includes a local disconnect switch, control power transformer, as well as ACS880-01 options for fieldbus, in-put/output adapters, special software, etc. The extension box will save cost and simplify installation because it has the input fusing and local disconnect switch that are typically required as part of the installation. It can also provide 120V digital signal interface for stop/start motor control. It is used in a variety of industries include oil and gas, chemical, mining, material handling, pulp and paper, saw mills and cement. Applications include extruders, winches, winders, conveyors, mixers, compressors, pumps and fans. The ACS880 Extension Box is available up to 150 HP in a wall-mountable package.
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The extension box provides integrated input fusing and a local disconnect, which reduces panel footprint and simplifies wiring, cutting overall installation costs and time on site. This translates to faster project handoffs and lower risk during commissioning in harsh industrial environments, especially in oil and gas or mining facilities. Application: ACS880-01 drive installations benefit from a compact, ready-to-wire enclosure that minimizes panel space while maintaining safety and accessibility. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Optional devices include a local disconnect switch, control power transformer, and fieldbus adapters, enabling scalable integration of control signals and networked communications. Impact: lowers total cost of ownership by reducing part counts and on-site rework; Application: suitable for conveyors, extruders, winches, winders, pumps and fans across materials handling, cement and paper processing. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 120 V digital signal interface supports stop start motor control with a straightforward wiring scheme. Impact: enhances control reliability and operator safety in production lines; Application: widely used in packaged goods, chemical processing, and automation-intensive facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The extension box is accessible up to 150 HP in a wall-mount package. Impact: enables robust protection for larger drives while preserving space; Application: high-capacity line drives in cement plants, mills and mining operations.
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Yes. The Extension Box is designed to accompany ACS880-01 wall-mounted drives, consolidating input fusing, local disconnect, and optional devices in a single enclosure for streamlined installation. It reduces wiring complexity and panel footprint while ensuring safe integration with the drive family.
Key specs include integrated input fusing with line protection and a local disconnect switch, supporting up to 83 A and 30 HP in this configuration. The box also offers fieldbus options, IO adapters, and a 120 V digital interface for stop/start control, all designed to simplify electrical protection and control wiring.
The Extension Box is well suited for industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, mining, material handling, pulp and paper, and cement. Typical applications include conveyors, extruders, winches, winders, pumps, and fans where safe, compact, and reliable drive protection improves uptime and maintenance efficiency.
The unit is UL listed, supporting safety compliance for broad markets. Where required, CE compatibility considerations and enclosure protection practices help align deployments with European and regional standards. Users should verify local regulatory requirements and ensure proper enclosure selection to meet IP and environmental conditions.
By consolidating fusing, disconnect, and interface options, the Extension Box reduces panel complexity and installation time, lowering labor costs and risk of wiring errors. Ongoing maintenance benefits include easier access to protective devices and standardized interfaces, contributing to reduced downtime and improved uptime metrics over the drive system lifecycle.