ABB ACH580 3AUA0000226978 - E-Clipse Bypass UL Listed
Part Number: 3AUA0000226978
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580 drives provide efficient motor control for HVAC packaged systems. In demanding environments, engineers need a compact, integrated solution that reduces wiring and startup time. The ACH580 with E-Clipse bypass combines a bypass starter, motor overload protection, and a door-mounted control panel in a UL/NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosure, simplifying installation and service. It is scalable from 1 to 350 hp at 230/460/575 V and offers an input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast-acting drive fuses. With built-in external control connections and serial communications, it enables reliable local and remote control, delivering improved uptime and energy savings for facilities and OEM HVAC projects.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000226978 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 eliminates separate bypass starters by combining control and bypass in one unit. This reduces wiring complexity, simplifies commissioning, and lowers installation costs. In HVAC packaged applications, the result is faster startup and easier serviceability during seasonal maintenance, with fewer failure points and safer, lockable OFF states. Business Impact: lower total installed cost (TIC), reduced field wiring errors, and improved maintenance efficiency. Application: suitable for rooftop units, air handling, and packaged HVAC systems where quick bypass access improves serviceability. Feature: UL/NEMA Type 1, 12 or 3R enclosure options ensure code-compliant installation in a variety of environments. By combining enclosure and drive, spare parts and mounting time are minimized, enabling rooftop units and mechanical rooms to meet facility requirements without separate cabinets. Business Impact: faster field deployment, simplified compliance, and reduced footprint. Application: installations across commercial buildings, industrial packages, and service fleets needing flexible enclosure choices. Feature: Broad horsepower and voltage range supports 1–350 hp at 230/460/575 V. Business Impact: design flexibility reduces the need for multiple drives and simplifies spare part inventory. Application: fans, pumps, and conveyors in HVAC systems with varying load profiles. Feature: Integrated protection and control—electronic motor overload protection, fast-acting drive fuses, and input disconnect or circuit breaker. Business Impact: enhanced safety, improved fault tolerance, and easier compliance with electrical codes. Application: critical HVAC fans and pumps where uptime matters. Feature: Door-mounted control panel with graphical display plus external control connections and serial communications. Business Impact: faster commissioning, improved diagnostics, and seamless integration with building management systems. Application: smart HVAC retrofits and new builds requiring remote monitoring and control.
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FAQs
The ACH580 with E-Clipse bypass is designed for UL/NEMA Type 1, 12 or 3R enclosures and ships as a packaged drive with a bypass starter. Install in a compatible enclosure, connect the external control wiring per the user manual, and utilize the door-mounted graphical panel for local control. The bypass and switchgear are interlocked for padlockable OFF, enhancing safety during maintenance.
The ACH580 family supports 1 to 350 hp at 230/460/575 V, with current ratings up to 99 A for the 099A-6 variant. The system provides electronic motor overload protection and fast-acting drive fuses. It accepts 230/460/575 V input, enabling compatibility with common HVAC service feeders and minimizing transformer requirements.
Yes. With 1–350 hp capacity and 230/460/575 V operation, the ACH580 is suitable for variable-speed control of large HVAC fans and pumps. The integrated bypass, protection features, and serial communications support make it a strong fit for rooftop units, air handling units, and central plant applications, delivering energy savings and precise control.
The ACH580 with E-Clipse bypass is housed in a UL/NEMA Type 1/12/3R enclosure and is UL-listed. These certifications support code compliance for commercial HVAC installations and reduce the need for additional enclosure approvals. The padlockable OFF, motor overload protection, and compliant wiring practices further aid regulatory adherence.
The integrated bypass reduces wiring, simplifies commissioning, and lowers maintenance points. Built-in protection improves reliability, while the door-mounted panel and serial communications enable remote diagnostics and BMS integration. Across HVAC projects, this translates to faster service, reduced downtime, and lower total cost of ownership.