ABB 3AUA0000204856 LV AC Drive - IP21/IP55 Water/Wastewater
Part Number: 3AUA0000204856
Quick Summary
ABB ACQ580-01 LV AC wall-mounted drive for water and wastewater systems delivers reliable, energy-efficient pump control. It helps utilities and process facilities optimize flow, reduce energy waste, and simplify maintenance in demanding environments. Too often projects struggle with oversized equipment, pump downtime, and complex control schemes that erode ROI. This drive is CE-marked, with IP21 enclosure as standard and optional IP55 and flange-mount configurations to fit tight spaces and harsh climates. It also includes practical features such as sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level management, and an energy calculator to visualize savings. Paired with the built-in Hand-Off-Auto interface and Drive Composer PC tool (and optional Bluetooth panel), it accelerates commissioning, supports remote monitoring, and delivers measurable business value.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000204856 ABB: The ACQ580-01 drives deliver innovative pump features for the water and wastewater industry, securing energy efficient flow of water and wastewater in your pumping solutions. This robust and compact wall-mounted drive has built-in pump application functionality such as sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, dry run protection, quick ramps and a solution for keeping the impeller of the pump clean. Usability is further enhanced with the intuitive Hand-Off-Auto control panel, the PC tool Drive composer and an optional Bluetooth=C2=AE control panel. The built-in energy calculator visualizes the energy savings achieved with the use of the drive. The ACQ580-01 variant comes in IP21 enclosure as standard and can be installed on the wall. Also, IP55 and flange mounting units are available.
Feature: Sensorless flow calculation reduces the need for external flow meters and enables accurate pump control. Business impact: lowers installation costs and improves process accuracy, leading to energy savings in variable demand scenarios. Application: water transmission lines and wastewater lift stations benefit from precise flow regulation and reduced instrumentation needs. Feature: Multipump control and level management optimize pump staging and tank levels. Business impact: minimizes start-stop cycles, extends pump life, and reduces energy spikes. Application: parallel pump trains in treatment facilities and municipal pumping stations. Feature: Dry run protection and soft pipe fill protect equipment from damage and reduce maintenance intervals. Business impact: prevents costly downtime and wear, improving total cost of ownership. Application: high-head or variable-speed pumping in municipal networks. Feature: Quick ramps and energy calculator help tune acceleration profiles for smoother starts and energy visibility. Business impact: lowers peak current demand, supports ROI analysis, and aids compliance with energy regulations. Application: retrofit projects and new installations with tight energy budgets. Feature: Hand-Off-Auto control panel, Drive Composer PC tool, and optional Bluetooth support streamlined commissioning and remote monitoring. Business impact: accelerates project timelines, reduces field labor, and enables ongoing performance optimization. Application: service contracts, OEM integrations, and remote operations centers.
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FAQs
The ACQ580-01 is designed as a compact wall-mounted drive with standard IP21 protection. You can upgrade to IP55 with an enclosure and use flange mounting units for varied installations. It supports easy wiring, a Hand-Off-Auto control panel, Drive Composer PC tool, and optional Bluetooth control for simplified field commissioning today.
Key pump features include sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, dry run protection, and quick ramps, with an impeller-cleaning solution. These capabilities reduce surges, minimize mechanical wear, and help maintain consistent flow in variable demand. The result is longer pump life and lower maintenance costs.
The energy calculator visualizes potential savings from optimized speed profiles and pump configurations. It provides data on energy consumption across duty cycles, helping justify ROI to stakeholders. By comparing baseline operation with tuned settings, you can reduce power draw during start-up and steady-state operation without compromising flow.
Yes. It is purpose-built for water utilities and wastewater pumping systems, offering robust wall-mounting options (IP21 standard with IP55 optional) and sensorless flow control to manage varying demands. The device supports level management and protection features to guard against dry running, enhancing reliability in treatment plants and pumping stations.
This model runs on 460 V AC, three-phase, with a 12 A rating and 8 HP output. Plan for proper wiring and sufficient supply capacity, choose the IP21 enclosure or IP55 option based on environment, and mount on a wall in accessible control spaces. Use the Hand-Off-Auto panel and Drive Composer PC tool for commissioning; consider Bluetooth for field setup.