ABB ACH580-VDR-027A-4 HVAC Drive - UL Type 1 Bypass
Part Number: 3AUA0000225658
Quick Summary
ACH580-VDR-027A-4 HVAC drive provides precise motor control for commercial HVAC equipment. Engineers often struggle with integrating a safe bypass, a reliable disconnect, and a clear local control interface within a compact envelope. This ABB drive is UL-listed and shipped in a NEMA Type 1 enclosure, offering integrated bypass and a padlockable OFF position for safer maintenance. Its ability to operate from 1 to 75 hp at 230/460/575 V enables a single platform for a wide range of fans and pumps. The combination of an onboard control panel and support for external control connections simplifies commissioning and BAS integration, delivering faster deployments and lower lifecycle costs. The voltage adaptability and safety features support scalable HVAC system modernization and uptime.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000225658 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 E-Clipse bypass with bypass starter → Business Impact: Enables fast, safe bypass operation, reducing downtime and wiring complexity during commissioning or retrofits. Application: HVAC fans and pumps in commercial buildings benefit from quick transitions and simplified maintenance. Feature: UL (NEMA) Type 1 enclosure with door-mounted interlocked switch and padlockable OFF → Business Impact: Improves site safety and code compliance while simplifying indoor installation. Application: Mechanical rooms and service corridors where access control and safety are priorities. Feature: Broad voltage and horsepower range (1–75 hp; 230/460/575 V) → Business Impact: Provides a single, scalable drive platform that supports multiple motors and layouts, cutting spare parts and training needs. Application: AHUs, rooftop units, and variable-torque fans. Feature: Electronic motor overload protection → Business Impact: Extends motor life and reduces unexpected outages, lowering maintenance costs. Application: Heavy-duty HVAC loads with variable runtime. Feature: Local control panel with graphical display and external control connections; serial communications → Business Impact: Accelerates commissioning, enables BAS integration, and supports remote diagnostics. Application: Facility management systems and service technicians. Feature: Fast-acting drive fuses and door interlock → Business Impact: Enhances safety, reliability, and protection against accidental restart. Application: On-site servicing and code-compliant operation. The overall result is a compact, energy-conscious drive ready for modernized HVAC installations with safer maintenance and faster ROI.
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FAQs
ACH580-VDR-027A-4 is designed for 230/460/575 V three-phase systems and supports 1–75 hp motors up to 27 A. With the integrated E-Clipse bypass, door-mounted control, and a padlockable OFF, installation is straightforward in indoor mechanical rooms and AHUs. Ensure proper wiring to the disconnect or circuit breaker and configure the local panel for start/stop signals and any BAS communication.
Key specs include 1–75 hp horsepower range, 230/460/575 V operating voltage, and a continuous current up to 27 A at the 20 hp rating. It features ABB E-Clipse bypass, integrated bypass starter, electronic motor overload protection, and a door-mounted control panel with local and external control connections, plus serial communications for system integration.
Yes. The drive is purpose-built for HVAC equipment such as fans and pumps, offering scalable horsepower and voltage options, a compact UL Type 1 enclosure, and built-in bypass. Its control panel, protective features, and BAS-compatible signaling simplify installation in AHUs, rooftop units, and ventilation systems, delivering improved energy efficiency and operator safety.
The ACH580-VDR-027A-4 is UL-listed and designed in a NEMA Type 1 (UL Type 1) enclosure with an integrated bypass starter. The design emphasizes safety features such as a door interlock and padlockable OFF, aiding compliance with indoor electrical codes and safe maintenance practices in HVAC environments.
The drive reduces installation time through an integrated bypass and compact enclosure, lowers wiring complexity, and provides electronic overload protection to minimize motor wear. BAS-ready signals and a graphical local panel shorten commissioning, enabling quicker project deployment, lower labor costs, and improved uptime for critical HVAC equipment.