ABB ACH580-VCR-044A-4 HVAC Drive - E-Clipse Bypass
Part Number: 3AUA0000225649
Quick Summary
The ACH580 HVAC drive by ABB is a compact motor controller for HVAC systems, delivering reliable speed control. This design reduces downtime during maintenance by consolidating bypass, disconnect, and protection in one enclosure. Key certifications include UL-listed protection and a NEMA Type 1 enclosure, ensuring reliable indoor installation in commercial HVAC projects. For engineers and procurement teams, it translates into simpler wiring, faster commissioning, and a lower total cost of ownership. ABB’s E-Clipse bypass adds an extra layer of fault tolerance, while remote monitoring and external control connections support scalable integrations with building automation. This combination delivers predictable performance, easier compliance, and a clear ROI on HVAC drive upgrades.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AUA0000225649 ABB: The ACH580 with ABB E-Clipse bypass has an integrated UL (NEMA) Type 1 enclosure with a bypass motor starter and is available from 1 to 75 hp at 230/460/575 V. The ACH580 with ABB E-Clipse bypass provides an input disconnect switch or circuit breaker, both including fast acting drive fuses, with door mounted and interlocked switch (padlockable in the OFF position), a bypass starter, electronic motor overload protection, a door mounted control panel with graphical display for local control, provisions for external control connections, and serial communications capability
Feature: ABB ACH580 with E-Clipse bypass provides an integrated bypass option. Benefit: reduces maintenance downtime by allowing service without removing the drive from service, and improves fault tolerance in critical HVAC circuits. Application: suitable for building automation systems and large HVAC fans/pumps in commercial facilities. Feature: Integrated UL (NEMA) Type 1 enclosure protects sensitive electronics from indoor contaminants and enables safer, code-compliant installations. Benefit: simplifies site wiring and reduces enclosure footprint while improving reliability. Application: indoor mechanical rooms and service corridors where space is at a premium. Feature: Optional input disconnect switch or circuit breaker with fast-acting drive fuses. Benefit: fast isolation for safety, easier inspection, and enhanced protection against short circuits. Application: service operations in retrofit projects and new install HVAC rooms. Feature: Door-mounted control panel with graphical display. Benefit: faster commissioning, easier local control, and reduced panel wiring complexity. Application: field start-up in retrofit scenarios and new builds with limited control room access. Feature: Electronic motor overload protection and robust protection schemes. Benefit: protects motors from overloads, lowers maintenance costs, and extends equipment life. Application: variable torque HVAC loads such as fans and pumps in fluctuating building conditions. Feature: Serial communications capability and external control connections. Benefit: seamless integration with building management systems and remote monitoring for proactive maintenance. Application: multi-zone facilities and data centers where centralized control is essential. Feature: Bypass starter design supports quick maintenance without bypassing the motor. Benefit: reduces downtime during service windows and keeps critical HVAC loops online. Application: routine maintenance in occupied facilities where uptime is paramount.
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The ACH580-VCR-044A-4 is designed for seamless integration in HVAC architectures, supporting external control connections and serial communications. It operates at 230/460/575 V and provides an integrated bypass option, which makes retrofit projects smoother and minimizes changes to existing wiring while aligning with ABB automation ecosystems.
This drive covers 1–75 hp at 230/460/575 V and includes electronic motor overload protection along with fast-acting drive fuses. It can be equipped with an input disconnect switch or circuit breaker and features a bypass starter, helping to meet motor protection and safe isolation requirements in HVAC installations.
Yes. The drive is engineered for HVAC applications, offering precise speed control for fans and pumps with a compact UL Type 1 enclosure. Its E-Clipse bypass and integrated protections simplify installation, commissioning, and ongoing operation in commercial spaces like office buildings, campuses, and data centers.
Key certifications include UL-listed protection and a NEMA Type 1 enclosure for indoor use. This combination provides regulatory alignment for many HVAC installations and supports safe, code-compliant operation in commercial environments.
By consolidating bypass, disconnect, protection, and control in one enclosure, maintenance windows are shorter and downtime is reduced. The integrated monitoring and communication capabilities enable proactive maintenance, lower total cost of ownership, and faster commissioning—benefiting facility managers and procurement teams alike.