ABB ACH580-VCR-024A-2 HVAC Drive - UL Type 1
Part Number: 3AUA0000227466
Quick Summary
The ABB ACH580-VCR-024A-2 HVAC drive is a compact variable frequency drive designed for HVAC system control and fan motor applications. It addresses the common challenge of integrating a safe bypass, robust protection, and easy maintenance in space-constrained control panels. UL-listed for US use and housed in a NEMA Type 1 enclosure, it provides indoor-suitable reliability while enabling straightforward compliance with electrical standards. Coupled with a bypass motor starter and electronic overload protection, this drive reduces downtime during maintenance and protects critical loads. Built-in serial communications and a door-mounted control panel further support building automation and energy-management initiatives, helping engineering teams deliver reliable climate control with measurable efficiency gains.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AUA0000227466 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
The ACH580-VCR-024A-2 integrates an ABB E-Clipse bypass with a bypass starter, delivering a streamlined bypass path that minimizes wiring and simplifies commissioning. This directly reduces installation time and potential wiring errors, enabling faster project turnover and safer, more reliable service in HVAC applications such as mechanical rooms and rooftop units. The unit relies on a UL (NEMA) Type 1 enclosure, which supports compliant indoor installations and protects the drive’s electronics from dust and incidental moisture in typical utility and equipment rooms. An optional input disconnect switch or circuit breaker, paired with fast-acting drive fuses, provides rapid and secure isolation during maintenance or fault conditions, mitigating fire and electrical hazards while preserving downstream equipment. Electronic motor overload protection guards motors against overloads and stall conditions, extending motor life and reducing unplanned downtime. External control connections and serial communications enable seamless integration with BAS/SCADA systems, supporting remote monitoring and centralized energy-management strategies. A door-mounted control panel with graphical display offers local visibility and setup without additional handheld tools, accelerating commissioning and troubleshooting. The 1–75 hp range at 230/460/575 V delivers installation flexibility for retrofits and new builds, supporting scalable HVAC architectures across commercial and industrial facilities. Compatibility with existing panel designs is enhanced by compact form factor, interlock-enabled door safety, and padlockable OFF positions, addressing common field-objection concerns about safety and unauthorized access while preserving a clean, manufacturer-supported installation path.
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FAQs
Installation requires a control panel that accommodates a UL Type 1 enclosure and an accessible door-mounted control panel. The drive supports either a disconnect switch or circuit breaker with fast-acting fuses, simplifying power isolation. Wiring should follow standard HVAC drive practices for 230/460/575 V systems, with appropriate motor protection and control wiring routed to the external control connections and serial port for BAS integration.
The E-Clipse bypass provides a built-in bypass path that lets the motor continue running while the drive is serviced or replaced, reducing downtime and eliminating a complex external bypass wiring scheme. This improves maintenance efficiency, shortens service windows, and enables safer motor-start sequencing in fan and pump applications typical of commercial HVAC systems.
Yes. The ACH580-VCR-024A-2 is designed for 230/460/575 V three-phase power and covers a motor range from 1 to 75 hp, making it suitable for a wide variety of HVAC motors, fans, and pumps. This flexibility supports both retrofit projects and new installations across commercial and industrial facilities.
This drive is UL-listed for US use and comes in a NEMA Type 1 indoor enclosure, ensuring compliance with standard electrical safety requirements for non-hazardous indoor environments. The combination of a protected enclosure, interlocked door switch, and safe bypass capabilities supports reliable, code-compliant HVAC control in commercial and light industrial settings.
ROI comes from reduced wiring and panel space, improved motor protection reducing downtime, and remote monitoring via serial communications that integrates with BAS/SCADA. Energy management features enable tighter control of fans and pumps, delivering energy savings over the life of the system while simplifying maintenance, commissioning, and remote diagnostics.