ABB 3AUA0000226270 HVAC Drive - UL Type 1 Packaged
Part Number: 3AUA0000226270
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580 Packaged Drive is a compact HVAC drive that integrates motor control, protection, and local interface for commercial building systems. This approach reduces wiring complexity and saves space by combining drive, disconnect, and control in a single enclosure. It is UL-listed with NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosure options, offering robust protection for demanding environments. By consolidating critical functions in one package, it shortens commissioning time and lowers total cost of ownership while aligning with building automation and energy-management strategies.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000226270 ABB: The ACH580 Packaged Drive includes an ACH580 drive in a UL (NEMA) Type 1, 12 or 3R enclosure with input disconnect switch or circuit breaker, both including fast acting drive fuses. It is available from 1 to 350 hp at 230/460/575 V. The ACH580 Packaged Drive provides a door-mounted input disconnect switch (padlockable in the OFF position), 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 Packaged Drive includes a door-mounted input disconnect switch or circuit breaker with fast-acting fuses, which simplifies wiring and enhances safety during installation and maintenance, reducing project timelines and downtime on HVAC retrofits. Application: Ideal for mechanical rooms where space is at a premium and quick service is required in commercial buildings. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Electronic motor overload protection provides precise motor protection and fault reporting, improving equipment reliability and reducing motor burnout risk, especially in variable-torque fan and pump duties. Application: Suitable for air handling units and cooling loops in data centers and campuses. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Serial communications capability and external control connections enable integration with building automation systems, enabling remote monitoring, fault analytics, and demand-response strategies. Application: Supports energy management programs and centralized controls. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The included control panel with graphical display simplifies local operation and commissioning, decreasing commissioning time and enabling quick parameter tuning on site. Application: On-site startups and service visits for HVAC drives. Feature → Business Impact → Application: UL (NEMA) Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosure options provide durable protection against dust, moisture, and incidental contact, ensuring reliable performance in mechanical rooms, rooftops, and utility spaces. Application: Ideal for commercial HVAC installations requiring rugged enclosures and easy access. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Power range from 1 to 350 hp at 230/460/575 V enables a single platform for a wide variety of fan and pump applications, driving standardization and stock optimization. Application: Buildings, factories, and data centers with diverse HVAC load profiles.
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FAQs
Plan for a UL-listed packaged drive with a door-mounted control panel and a padlockable OFF disconnect. Ensure the enclosure meets Type 1, 12, or 3R requirements and that wiring runs accommodate the 230/460/575 V inputs. Use external control connections for building automation compatibility and verify proper fuse protection for safe startup and maintenance.
The 04A8-4 variant targets 3 horsepower with a 4.8 amp input rating at 460 V, within a platform that scales from 1 to 350 hp across 230/460/575 V. Key checks include current, voltage, enclosure type, and the presence of electronic motor overload protection. Confirm compatibility with your motor and fan/pump duty cycle to optimize energy savings.
Yes. By integrating drive, protection, and local control, it reduces wiring and startup energy, enabling precise motor speed control for HVAC fans and pumps. Its serial communications capability facilitates integration with BAS/IoT platforms, supporting demand response, fault analytics, and monitoring to improve overall energy performance.
The ACH580 Packaged Drive is UL-listed and designed for NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosures. This combination delivers robust protection in mechanical rooms and outdoor-rated spaces, while maintaining compliance with standard electrical safety practices for HVAC motor drives.
Facilities gain reduced installation complexity, faster commissioning, and centralized control. The integrated protection and isolated disconnects lower maintenance risk and downtime, while energy-efficient motor control lowers utility bills. Over time, these factors contribute to a favorable return on investment, especially in systems with variable-speed HVAC components.