ABB ACH580-VCR-02A7-6 HVAC Drive - E-Clipse Bypass UL Type 1
Part Number: 3AUA0000226903
Quick Summary
ACH580-VCR-02A7-6 HVAC drive controls HVAC motors with a built‑in E‑Clipse bypass for reliable fan and pump systems. Engineers often face wiring complexity and downtime when adding a bypass and disconnect assembly. It uses a UL (NEMA) Type 1 enclosure, providing safe indoor installation and streamlined service access. This solution integrates drive, bypass, and protection in one compact unit, reducing panel space while enabling local control and serial communications for enhanced building automation. With a 230/460/575 V footprint and a 1 to 75 hp range, it aligns with modern HVAC system requirements and supports scalable, energy‑efficient motor control.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000226903 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
Integrated E-Clipse bypass with bypass motor starter delivers seamless transition between drive operation and bypass mode, reducing wiring complexity and mean time to repair while improving system uptime for HVAC conveyors, fans, and pumps. Business impact: faster commissioning, lower maintenance costs, and safer shutdown procedures. Application: ideal for air handling units and rooftop units where a compact, reliable bypass is essential. UL Type 1 enclosure with a door‑mounted graphical control panel enhances safety and local control, shrinking install time and enabling quick fault diagnosis on site. Business impact: improved technician efficiency and compliance with indoor installation standards. Application: compact control rooms and mechanical spaces needing straightforward access. The 230/460/575 V, 1–75 hp range provides flexibility to scale across facility fleets, reducing spare parts and inventory costs. Business impact: inventory optimization and reduced capital expenditure. Application: multi‑unit HVAC environments. Input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast‑acting drive fuses adds an extra layer of protection, enabling safe maintenance shutdowns. Business impact: operator safety and regulatory alignment. Application: serviceable drives in busy plant floors. Electronic motor overload protection safeguards motors during fault conditions, reducing burnouts and extending motor life. Business impact: longer equipment life and lower replacement costs. Application: high‑demand fans and pumps. Serial communications capability enables integration with BAS and control systems, facilitating remote monitoring and fault reporting. Business impact: predictive maintenance, energy management, and centralized control. Application: smart buildings and industrial HVAC networks.
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FAQs
For correct installation, mount the drive in a clean indoor environment, preserve adequate clearance for cooling, and connect to a dedicated control circuit. The device includes a door‑mounted control panel for local setup, and you can enable external control connections for BAS integration. Verify the 230/460/575 V supply is within the specified range and ensure the UL Type 1 enclosure remains intact to protect against dust ingress and incidental contact.
The E-Clipse bypass provides a seamless transition from drive operation to bypass mode without removing the motor from service. This reduces maintenance downtime, simplifies fault isolation, and enables quick motor isolation for service work. In practice, technicians can isolate the drive while continuing to run the HVAC load via the bypass, preserving critical comfort during repairs.
Yes, the ACH580-VCR-02A7-6 supports 575 V three‑phase systems and covers a horsepower range from 1 to 75 hp. This makes it compatible with a broad set of HVAC fans, pumps, and blowers found in commercial and industrial facilities, allowing scalable deployment from single units to multi‑unit campuses.
The drive provides a door‑mounted control panel with a graphical display for local control and supports serial communications for remote monitoring. External control connections are included to integrate with common building management systems and automation platforms, enabling fault reporting, parameter updates, and centralized control without additional adapters.
Safety is enhanced by combining a bypass starter, integrated fuses, and a padlockable OFF switch within a single enclosure, reducing panel clutter and exposure. Maintenance benefits include easier diagnostics from the graphical panel, minimized downtime during bypass testing, and motor protection via electronic overload protection, extending motor life and lowering lifecycle costs.