ABB ACH580 HVAC Drive with E-Clipse Bypass UL
Part Number: 3AUA0000225661
Quick Summary
The ABB ACH580 HVAC drive is a variable speed controller for HVAC packaged systems. It addresses the pain point of safely integrating bypass, interlocks, and local control in a compact, code-compliant package. UL-listed in a NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosure with a bypass starter and motor overload protection provides robust safety and reliability. Secondary advantages include compatible 230/460/575 V input, integrated control panel, and easy series or parallel installation. This supports your business case for uptime, energy efficiency, and scalable HVAC drive solutions. Engineers will value seamless spare-part availability, ABB support for commissioning, and documented compatibility with common building automation systems. Procurement teams benefit from a compact, ready-to-install solution that reduces wiring, panel space, and total cost of ownership.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AUA0000225661 ABB: The ACH580 with ABB E-Clipse bypass has an integrated UL (NEMA) Type 1, 12 or 3R enclosure with a bypass motor starter and is available from 1 to 350 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: E-Clipse bypass integration delivers a bypass motor starter inside the ACH580 enclosure, eliminating the need for a separate bypass cabinet. Impact: This reduces wiring complexity, minimizes panel depth, and speeds commissioning by providing safe, fast-acting isolation during maintenance. Application: Ideal for HVAC packaged units in commercial buildings and light industrial environments where uptime and serviceability are critical. Feature: Integral input disconnect switch or circuit breaker with fast-acting drive fuses. Impact: Enhances safety during start-up and service, supports code-compliant isolation, and limits exposure to live components during maintenance. Application: US installations requiring UL safety controls and reliable lockout/tagout procedures in air handling and rooftop units. Feature: Door-mounted control panel with graphical display and electronic motor overload protection. Impact: Enables quick fault diagnosis, simpler local control, and motor protection to reduce unexpected downtime. Application: Field startups and ongoing operation in HVAC drives for large fans, pumps, and AHUs where centralized monitoring isn't feasible. Feature: Broad voltage and horsepower range: 230/460/575 V, from 1 to 350 hp. Impact: Delivers flexible system design, reduces the need for multiple drives, and improves energy efficiency through precise speed control across a wide motor base. Application: Retrofit or new builds across commercial towers, data centers, and industrial facilities with varying horsepower requirements. Feature: UL/NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosure options with door interlocks and padlockable OFF. Impact: Safer maintenance, improved compliance with safety standards, and simplified installation in restricted spaces. Application: Packaged HVAC installations in constrained or code-driven spaces where robust enclosure protection matters. Feature: Serial communications capability and provisions for external control connections. Impact: Enables integration with building management systems, PLCs, and remote monitoring to reduce field wiring and accelerate commissioning. Application: Smart HVAC systems and enterprise energy management projects seeking scalable control and visibility. Feature: Energy-saving capabilities with precise motor control and soft-start behavior. Impact: Reduces peak electrical demand, lowers energy consumption, and extends motor life by minimizing thermal stress. Application: Facilities pursuing energy management and total cost of ownership reductions in large-scale HVAC networks.
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FAQs
The ACH580 is designed specifically for HVAC packaged applications with an E-Clipse bypass option, enabling a safe bypass path without a separate cabinet. It supports voltages of 230, 460, or 575 V and a horsepower range from 1 to 350, and it can be configured with UL/NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosures, simplifying compliant installations and bypass reliability.
The ACH580 includes a built-in input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast-acting drive fuses, a door-mounted interlocked switch, and a padlockable OFF position, delivering clear maintenance isolation. It also provides electronic motor overload protection and a dedicated bypass starter, reducing risk during start-ups and service while meeting stringent safety standards for commercial and industrial HVAC installations.
Yes. The ACH580 offers serial communications capability and provisions for external control connections, enabling seamless integration with building management systems, PLCs, or energy management platforms. This reduces field wiring, supports remote monitoring, and allows centralized control of HVAC drives across multiple units, improving visibility, trending, and fault diagnostics in facilities with centralized automation.
The ACH580 delivers installation efficiency through UL/NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosure options with door interlocks and a padlockable OFF, reducing cabinet size and facilitating safe maintenance access. Its wide voltage span and 1–350 hp range allow a single drive to service diverse HVAC loads, streamlining procurement and minimizing installation time on retrofit and new builds.
Customers typically realize energy savings through precise speed control and reduced inrush, along with increased uptime thanks to integrated protection and bypass reliability. The ACH580's compatibility with common voltages and enclosures simplifies installation, lowers maintenance costs, and supports faster commissioning, contributing to a favorable total cost of ownership in commercial and industrial HVAC networks.