ABB ACH580-BCR-046A-2 HVAC Drive - E-Clipse Bypass
Part Number: 3AUA0000227508
Quick Summary
The ABB ACH580-BCR-046A-2 HVAC drive controls motors for packaged HVAC systems, delivering smooth speed control and reliable protection. Sites often battle space constraints, complex wiring, and frequent maintenance downtime; this unit combines bypass, disconnect, fusing, and protection in a single enclosure. UL-listed with NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosures and an integrated E-Clipse bypass deliver safety, regulatory compliance, and long-term reliability. With built-in control panels and serial communications, it also enables easy integration with building management systems while driving energy efficiency and reduced lifecycle costs.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000227508 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 with an integrated bypass motor starter and fast-acting drive fuses minimizes downtime and simplifies maintenance by allowing safe, rapid bypass of the drive during service. This configuration reduces exposure to live components and speeds fault isolation, which is critical for rooftop and packaged HVAC units that must stay online in variable ambient conditions. The result is greater equipment availability and lower service costs. Paragraph continues with emphasis on applicability to rooftop units and packaged systems. Enterprise-safe bypass reduces risk during maintenance, enabling technicians to perform tests without full system shutdown. This translates to measurable uptime improvements and lower maintenance hours per year.
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The ACH580-BCR-046A-2 is designed for 230/460/575 V operation and covers a broad horsepower range from 1 to 350 hp. It includes an integrated E-Clipse bypass, bypass motor starter, and a door-mounted control panel, making it suitable for packaged HVAC equipment, fans, pumps, and compressors in commercial installations.
The E-Clipse bypass provides a safe, rapid method to bypass the drive for testing or servicing without energizing the drive circuit. Coupled with fast-acting fuses and an interlocked enclosure, it reduces downtime, lowers exposure to live components, and speeds fault isolation during maintenance.
Yes. The drive is engineered for packaged HVAC applications, including fans, pumps, and compressors. Its bypass capability, integrated protection, and configurable control panel simplify installation, commissioning, and ongoing operation in both retrofit and new construction projects.
The ACH580-BCR-046A-2 offers UL listing with NEMA Type 1, 12 or 3R enclosures. This provides versatile indoor and outdoor installation options while meeting safety and regulatory requirements for building services and mechanical rooms.
Serial communications enable integration with building management systems for centralized monitoring, fault diagnostics, and energy management. This data-driven approach supports proactive maintenance, reduces energy waste, and improves uptime, delivering a clear ROI through lower operating costs and extended equipment life.