ABB 3AUA0000220481 Ultra-low harmonic HVAC drive - IP21
Part Number: 3AUA0000220481
Quick Summary
ABB 3AUA0000220481 Ultra-low harmonic HVAC drive is a wall-mounted controller that optimizes fans, pumps, and chillers in HVAC systems. Many installations suffer from harmonic distortion and cumbersome wiring when external filters or multi-pulse solutions are needed. It adheres to CE considerations and IP ratings, with standard IP21 and optional IP55 enclosures to suit different environments. By integrating an active supply unit and low-harmonic filter, the drive reduces installation time and simplifies commissioning, while built-in features support energy efficiency and reliable operation. This combination delivers measurable business value through reduced downtime, lower lifecycle costs, and streamlined maintenance.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000220481 ABB: ACH580 HVAC drive offering has all key features built-in to control fans, pumps and compressors, and more complex equipment like air-handling units and chillers, ensuring smooth, energy-efficient operation of your HVAC systems in normal and mission-critical situations. This ultra-low variant provides ultimate harmonic performance, reaching even less than 3 % THDi, and exceeding the requirements set by low harmonic recommendations. The drive includes an active supply unit and integrated low harmonic line filter, meaning there is no need for external filters, multi-pulse arrangements or special transformers. Other features include output voltage boost and power factor correction. The built-in features significantly reduce installation time, and the intuitive HVAC specific control panel and help assistants make operation easy. The optional Bluetooth=C2=AE capability enables the commissioning and monitoring of the drive from a distance. The variant comes in IP21 enclosure as standard and can be installed on the wall. Also, IP55 and flange mounting units are available.
Feature: Ultra-low harmonic performance with THDi <3% and integrated low-harmonic line filter. Business Impact: dramatically reduces harmonic distortion, enabling compliant operation with less external hardware, which lowers installation costs and improves power quality. Application: Fans, pumps, compressors, AHUs in HVAC systems. Feature: Built-in active supply unit and integrated low harmonic filter eliminate need for external filters or multi-pulse arrangements. Business Impact: reduces wiring complexity, cabinet space, and potential fault points, enabling faster installations and easier serviceability. Application: New builds and retrofits in confined mechanical rooms. Feature: Output voltage boost and power factor correction. Business Impact: improves motor performance, reduces voltage drop, and enhances overall energy efficiency, contributing to lower operating costs. Application: Variable-speed drives on large HVAC fans and pumps. Feature: HVAC-focused control panel and help assistants; Bluetooth option for remote commissioning. Business Impact: accelerates setup, speeds fault finding, and enables remote monitoring across sites, reducing field visits. Application: Commissioning engineers and facility managers. Feature: Enclosure options IP21 standard; IP55 and flange mounting available. Business Impact: flexible installation across indoor cabinets and harsher environments, with easier integration into existing plant layouts. Application: Mechanical rooms, rooftops, and equipment rooms in commercial and light industrial settings. Industry insight: By integrating core functions in one drive, technicians gain predictability in performance and maintenance windows, while owners realize faster project delivery and lower total cost of ownership across HVAC networks.
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FAQs
Yes. It is designed to drive HVAC loads such as fans, pumps, compressors, AHUs and chillers. It features an integrated active supply unit and low-harmonic filter, reducing the need for external equipment. It supports wall mounting and is compatible with standard motor sizes used in typical HVAC installations, improving retrofit feasibility.
The drive delivers ultra-low harmonic performance with THDi typically below 3%, thanks to the built-in low-harmonic line filter and active supply unit. This minimizes grid distortion, improves overall power quality, and helps meet low-harmonic guidelines without external multi-pulse configurations.
Yes. The standard enclosure is IP21, suitable for indoor installation, and IP55 flange-mount options are available for harsher environments. Wall mounting simplifies space planning in mechanical rooms, and the integrated features reduce wiring and cabinet space compared with traditional setups.
Maintenance is simplified by integrating the supply unit and low-harmonic filter, reducing the number of separate components. The energy-saving capabilities from improved power factor and voltage boost, along with easier commissioning via the HVAC-focused control panel, shorten project timelines and lower total cost of ownership.
Bluetooth enables remote commissioning and monitoring of the drive, reducing on-site visits and enabling faster fault diagnosis. This is particularly valuable for distributed HVAC networks or multi-site deployments, where remote access accelerates commissioning and ongoing maintenance.