ABB ACH580-BCR-180A-4 HVAC Drive - UL Type 1 Enclosure
Part Number: 3AUA0000225788
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580-BCR-180A-4 HVAC drive is a packaged variable-frequency drive that provides precise motor control for HVAC systems. In practice, engineers face challenges around bypass reliability, wiring complexity, and safe interlock during service; this model addresses those pain points with an integrated bypass and a robust enclosure. This drive is UL-listed and designed for NEMA Type 1, 12 or 3R enclosures, featuring E-Clipse bypass, a bypass starter, and electronic motor overload protection to reduce risk and downtime. Its door-mounted control panel enables local control, while external control connections and serial communications simplify integration with building management systems. The result is faster installation, greater fault tolerance, and a lower total cost of ownership for HVAC projects.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AUA0000225788 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 → Business Impact → Application: The ACH580-BCR-180A-4 ships with an E-Clipse bypass and a bypass motor starter, enabling seamless power transfer around the drive during maintenance without disrupting HVAC operation. This reduces downtime and simplifies service workflows for rooftop units and air handling systems. Application-wise, it supports 1 to 350 hp across 230, 460, and 575 V, giving installers a single configurable solution for mixed fleets and retrofit projects. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A UL-listed enclosure with NEMA Type 1, 12 or 3R options provides rugged protection in electrical rooms and outdoor-bearing environments, increasing compliance confidence and prolonging component life. Application: new builds and retrofits in high-demand commercial HVAC environments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The system offers an input disconnect switch or circuit breaker with fast-acting drive fuses and an interlocked, padlockable OFF door switch, delivering enhanced safety and easier code compliance. Application: electrical room installations requiring clear shutdown points. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Electronic motor overload protection guards motor windings and reduces nuisance trips, improving uptime and extending motor life. Application: constant-speed fans and pumps in HVAC loops where load variability is common. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Serial communications capability enables remote monitoring and integration with building management systems, enabling faults to be diagnosed faster and performance to be optimized. Application: centralized HVAC control and energy-management strategies. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The door-mounted graphical control panel provides local visibility and quick parameter adjustments, decreasing commissioning time and enabling on-site tuning without dedicated SCADA access. Application: site-level setup for variable-air-volume (VAV) systems and AHUs.
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FAQs
The ACH580-BCR-180A-4 supports 230/460/575 V and is rated for up to 150 Hp with 180 A at 460 V, making it well-suited for many packaged HVAC applications like air handling units and rooftop units.
The E-Clipse bypass provides a safe, integrated bypass path with a bypass starter, allowing maintenance without fully interrupting HVAC operation and minimizing downtime during service.
Yes. The ACH580-BCR-180A-4 can be equipped with an input disconnect switch or a circuit breaker, and fast-acting drive fuses are included for quick protection and compliant shutdown.
Install in UL Type 1, 12 or 3R enclosures, ensure door interlocks are engaged, and use the door-mounted control panel for local control. The enclosure and interlock design support safe, code-compliant operation in HVAC equipment rooms.
The drive delivers precise motor control, reduced energy waste through efficient VFD operation, integrated protection features, and easier maintenance via the bypass and local control panel, contributing to lower energy costs and shorter commissioning timelines.