ABB 3AUA0000227512 HVAC Packaged Drive - E-Clipse bypass
Part Number: 3AUA0000227512
Quick Summary
ACH580 HVAC packaged drive from ABB provides precise motor control for HVAC systems, enabling efficient equipment operation. The goal is to reduce energy waste and improve reliability in pumps, fans, and compressors while simplifying commissioning. UL-listed with compatibility for UL Type 1, 12 or 3R enclosures, the solution also includes a bypass starter and electronic motor overload protection for safer, more durable operation. In practice, it offers local control via a door-mounted display, external control connections, and serial communications, driving efficiency and lowering total cost of ownership for building automation projects.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000227512 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 integrated with the ACH580 drive; Business Impact: reduces maintenance downtime by providing a bypass path that can be serviced without removing the drive from service; Application: HVAC units requiring uninterrupted operation during service windows. Feature: Door-mounted control panel with graphical display; Business Impact: speeds troubleshooting and commissioning, lowering commissioning time and training requirements; Application: new installations and retrofits in commercial buildings. Feature: Input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast-acting drive fuses; Business Impact: enhances safety and protects components during faults, reducing repair costs; Application: all enclosures in demanding environments. Feature: HP and voltage range from 1 to 350 hp across 230/460/575 V; Business Impact: supports a wide variety of fans, pumps, and compressors, enabling one platform for multiple projects; Application: scalable HVAC control. Feature: Serial communications capability; Business Impact: enables seamless integration with building management systems, improving monitoring and analytics; Application: BAS integration in smart buildings. Feature: Enclosure flexibility (UL Type 1/12/3R); Business Impact: simplifies field installation and compliance with facility standards; Application: retrofits and new builds across diverse sites.
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FAQs
When installing the ACH580 HVAC packaged drive, plan for an accessible enclosure compatible with UL Type 1/12/3R, ensure a door-mounted control panel is within reach, and wire the input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast-acting fuses as specified. Mounting should consider adequate ventilation, cable segregation for control and power, and secure padlocking in the OFF position to safeguard personnel during maintenance.
ABB E-Clipse bypass provides a bypass path that allows the motor to run while the drive is serviced or isolated, reducing downtime. This simplifies routine maintenance and reduces the time to restore full operation after a fault. It also minimizes wiring changes and enables safer, quicker diagnostics for HVAC equipment.
Yes, the ACH580 supports 230/460/575 V supplies and covers a broad horsepower range from 1 to 350 hp. This makes it suitable for a wide spectrum of HVAC applications, from small fans to large compressors, enabling a single drive family to support multiple project requirements.
The drive includes UL listing for safety compliance, an input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast-acting fuses, electronic motor overload protection, and a door-mounted control panel with interlock features. These elements together enhance operator safety, facilitate compliance during audits, and protect the motor and drive from common fault conditions.
Projects can expect improved energy efficiency from optimized motor control, reduced downtime due to the E-Clipse bypass, and lower maintenance costs thanks to integrated protection and diagnostics. The hardware’s scalability across hp and voltage ranges also reduces the need for multiple drive families, delivering lower total cost of ownership over the system lifecycle.