ABB 3AUA0000227461 Motors & Drives - UL Type 1 E-Clipse Bypass
Part Number: 3AUA0000227461
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580 drive with E-Clipse bypass provides efficient motor control for HVAC fans and pumps. Engineers often wrestle with installing reliable bypass and disconnects without compromising safety or control panel space. UL-listed with a NEMA Type 1 enclosure and electronic overload protection ensures compliance in harsh environments. This integration reduces wiring, speeds downtime recovery, and supports scalable HVAC automation through built-in communications. Designed for 1–75 hp at 230/460/575 V, it delivers cost‑effective performance and easier maintenance. By consolidating motor starter, drive, and protection in a single unit, maintenance teams shorten installation schedules, lower wiring errors, and improve overall system reliability.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000227461 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 → Business Impact → Application: The ACH580 with E-Clipse bypass integrates a bypass motor starter and a primary disconnect in one enclosure, dramatically reducing wiring complexity and panel footprint. This translates to faster commissioning, lower installation costs, and safer startup sequences for HVAC drives controlling fans and pumps. Application: new installations or retrofits in mechanical rooms where space is at a premium and downtime is costly. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The drive comes in a UL (NEMA) Type 1 enclosure with automatic electronic motor overload protection, ensuring reliable operation in typical plant environments and simplifying compliance audits. Application: indoor installations in industrial facilities requiring robust protection and easy field service. Feature → Business Impact → Application: An input disconnect switch or circuit breaker option with fast-acting drive fuses plus a door-mounted, interlocked switch (padlockable in OFF) enhances safety and LOTO compliance. Application: maintenance windows and safety-critical HVAC systems. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A door-mounted control panel with a graphical display enables local control and quick parameter adjustments, reducing reliance on remote diagnostics and improving fault isolation. Application: commissioning and on-site tuning during startup. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Serial communications capability allows seamless integration with plant networks and PLCs, enabling remote monitoring and data logging. Application: Industry 4.0 HVAC automation. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Wide voltage and HP range (1–75 hp; 230/460/575 V) reduces SKUs and simplifies sourcing, while protecting against under- or over-voltage conditions. Application: scalable installations across building automation and process-driven HVAC systems.
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FAQs
Begin with a qualified technician following the UL Type 1 enclosure clearance requirements. Mount the drive in a dry, indoor location, connect the bypass starter, controller, and input power per the schematic, and install the interlocked, padlockable OFF disconnect. Verify wiring integrity, configure motor parameters at the graphical display, and perform a controlled startup to ensure proper bypass operation and protection features.
The drive supports 1 to 75 hp at 230/460/575 V and offers an integrated bypass starter with fast-acting drive fuses. It features electronic motor overload protection, serial communications capability, and a door-mounted control panel for local control. The enclosure is UL-listed in a NEMA Type 1 configuration, suitable for indoor mechanical rooms and controlled environments.
Yes. The ACH580 with E-Clipse bypass is designed for HVAC applications such as fans and pumps, offering a compact solution that combines drive function with bypass and protection in a single unit. Its voltage and horsepower range supports typical building automation needs, while the built-in protective features help maintain continuous operation in demanding installations.
The product is UL-listed and uses a NEMA Type 1 enclosure, providing robust indoor protection and compliance with standard safety practices. While CE or IP ratings are not specified in the provided data, the UL listing and enclosure type offer a strong basis for safety and reliability in typical industrial HVAC environments.
Consolidating motor starter, drive, and protection in one unit reduces part variety, wiring, and space requirements, cutting installation time and spare parts inventory. The integrated protection and local control panel simplify diagnostics and commissioning, leading to shorter downtime, faster maintenance, and improved system reliability across HVAC applications.