ABB 3AUA0000226904 HVAC Drive - UL Type 1 E-Clipse Bypass
Part Number: 3AUA0000226904
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580 HVAC drive with E-Clipse bypass delivers precise motor control for commercial and industrial HVAC systems. The solution reduces downtime by integrating the bypass and safety interlocks into a single, easy-to-service package. Key certifications and standards include UL-listed protection with a UL (NEMA) Type 1 enclosure, plus built-in overload protection to support compliant operation. Designed for 230/460/575 V systems and 1 to 75 HP needs, it delivers flexible installation alongside a compact footprint. This combination helps HVAC engineers and procurement teams simplify specing, reduce parts variety, and speed up commissioning while safeguarding equipment and personnel.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000226904 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: E-Clipse bypass integrated into the ACH580 drive. Benefit: Enables safe, rapid maintenance without fully removing power to the HVAC load, reducing downtime and improving service window predictability. Application: Ideal for rooftop units and air handling systems where maintenance windows are tight and reliability matters. Feature: UL (NEMA) Type 1 enclosure with bypass motor starter. Benefit: Simplifies panel design and eases code-compliant installations, minimizing wiring complexity and electrical risk. Application: Suitable for indoor mechanical rooms and control panels in commercial facilities. Feature: Wide horsepower and voltage support (1–75 HP at 230/460/575 V). Benefit: Reduces spare-parts inventory and enables a single drive to cover multiple load profiles across sites. Application: Multi-branch facilities needing scalable HVAC drive solutions. Feature: Input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast-acting drive fuses and interlocked switch. Benefit: Enhances safety and lockout/tagout reliability, improving maintenance workforce safety. Application: Critical in facilities with stringent safety requirements. Feature: Door-mounted control panel with graphical display and serial communications. Benefit: Local and remote diagnostics streamline commissioning and ongoing monitoring; supports integration with building automation systems. Application: Central plant environments requiring quick on-site control plus remote management. Feature: Electronic motor overload protection and external control connections. Benefit: Protects motors from overload events and enables seamless integration with external controllers and voice-enabled diagnostics. Application: Industrial HVAC loops where motor protection is a must for uptime and longevity.
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FAQs
The ABB ACH580 E-Clipse Bypass drive supports 1 to 75 HP across 230/460/575 V configurations, enabling a single device to cover a wide range of HVAC loads. This reduces part variety and simplifies spare inventory while maintaining efficient motor control for fans, pumps, and compressors.
The system provides electronic motor overload protection, a bypass starter, and an input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast-acting fuses. The door-mounted interlocked switch is padlockable in OFF position, enhancing lockout/tagout procedures and operator safety during maintenance.
Yes. It is designed for HVAC applications including rooftop units and air handling systems. Its serial communications capability and external control connections support integration with building automation systems, enabling remote monitoring, diagnostics, and centralized control.
This drive features a UL-listed (NEMA) Type 1 enclosure, providing robust indoor-duty protection and code-compliant installation. The documentation emphasizes electrical safety, protective interlocks, and compatibility with standard HVAC electrical panels.
By combining a bypass starter with safe interlocks and local/remote control capabilities, downtime is reduced during maintenance, service cycles are accelerated, and system reliability increases. The unified enclosure and control interface also lower installation complexity and long-term maintenance costs.