ABB ACH580 HVAC Drive - E-Clipse Bypass UL Type 1
Part Number: 3AUA0000226999
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580 HVAC drive is a motor control solution for HVAC systems, delivering precise speed control, protection, and compact integration for packaged units. Installing bypass, disconnects, and control panels can be complex; this model combines an E-Clipse bypass with a door-mounted disconnect and local graphical display to streamline commissioning. Certifications and standards inform safe operation, including UL-listed assemblies and NEMA Type 1/12/3R enclosure configurations for commercial environments. By unifying protection, control, and connectivity, it supports easier integration with building management systems and reduces total installation and lifecycle costs.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AUA0000226999 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 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 with E-Clipse bypass integrates a bypass starter directly into the drive, reducing wiring complexity and minimizing downtime during maintenance or fault recovery; this translates to faster service windows for packaged HVAC systems and lower maintenance labor costs in commercial buildings. Application: rooftop units and air handling systems where quick bypass is required without compromising safety. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A door-mounted input disconnect or circuit breaker with interlocked door provides secure, code-compliant isolation for servicing, improving safety and compliance for on-site technicians in data centers and office campuses. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The drive supports 1 to 350 hp at 230/460/575 V, enabling scalable motor control for a wide range of fans and pumps, reducing equipment inventory needs and improving procurement efficiency in building services. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Electronic motor overload protection guards motors against phase faults and overload events, lowering risk of unscheduled downtime and extending motor life for critical HVAC fans. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A door-mounted graphical control panel enables intuitive local tuning and diagnostics, speeding commissioning and troubleshooting during retrofit projects and new installations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Serial communications and external control connections simplify integration with building management systems, enabling remote monitoring, fault alerts, and centralized energy optimization for commercial campuses.
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FAQs
Yes. The ACH580 variant supports 1 to 350 hp motors at 230/460/575 V, and includes an E-Clipse bypass with a bypass motor starter. The unit also offers a door-mounted disconnect and a local control panel, making it suitable for HVAC packaged units, rooftop systems, and air handlers while simplifying wiring and commissioning.
Key specs include a 1–350 hp range, 230/460/575 V operation, integrated electronic motor overload protection, and serial communications capability. It combines a bypass starter with a protective enclosure, delivering reliable motor control, fast fault recovery, and compatibility with standard HVAC electrical infrastructure for robust performance.
Absolutely. The ACH580 with E-Clipse bypass is designed for commercial HVAC applications, including rooftop units and air handling systems. Its scalable horsepower range, UL Type 1 enclosure, and bypass capability support efficient fan and pump control, enabling quieter operation, energy savings, and easier integration with existing HVAC architectures.
This variant emphasizes UL-listed assemblies and NEMA enclosure compatibility, including Type 1, 12, or 3R configurations. While not all markets may require CE or SIL, the UL listing and appropriate enclosure ratings help meet safety and electrical standards for commercial HVAC installations and service environments.
The built-in E-Clipse bypass and integrated disconnect reduce field wiring and downtime during maintenance, improving uptime for critical HVAC systems. Electronic overload protection lowers motor stress, extending motor life, while local control panels and serial communications enable faster diagnostics and remote monitoring, delivering faster ROI through reduced labor and energy optimization.