ABB 3AUA0000227829 ACH580 Packaged Drive - UL Type 1 Enclosure
Part Number: 3AUA0000227829
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580 Packaged Drive is a compact HVAC drive that integrates motor control for packaged equipment, simplifying system design. Engineers often confront wiring complexity, space constraints, downtime risks, and costly on-site integration when sourcing drives for HVAC systems. UL-listed with optional NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R enclosures supports safe, compliant installations across environments. The package includes a door-mounted control panel, input disconnect with padlockable OFF position, and serial communications to streamline commissioning and enable easy building automation integration.
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Extended Description
3AUA0000227829 ABB: The ACH580 Packaged Drive includes an ACH580 drive in a UL (NEMA) Type 1, 12 or 3R enclosure with either an input disconnect switch and fast acting fuses or an input circuit breaker. It is available from 1 to 350 hp at 230/460/575 V. The ACH580 Packaged Drive provides a door-mounted input disconnect switch (padlockable in the OFF position), 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: Integrated input disconnect with padlockable OFF position and optional fast-acting fuses or input circuit breaker reduces wiring complexity and enhances safety, leading to faster installation and lower field labor costs in rooftop and surface-mounted HVAC packages. Application: Rooftop units, packaged air handling systems, and air distribution equipment with strict safety requirements. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Door-mounted control panel with graphical display enables local control and rapid diagnostics, cutting commissioning time and reducing service visit duration in complex installations. Application: On-site adjustments and fault tracing during start-up. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Electronic motor overload protection safeguards motors from overload events, decreasing unscheduled downtime and extending motor life in high-load HVAC cycles. Application: High-demand fans and variable-torque motors in commercial buildings. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Wide horsepower range from 1 to 350 hp and voltage options of 230/460/575 V provide flexible deployment across multiple AHU and VRF/VAV configurations, minimizing proliferation of different drives. Application: Mixed fleet of HVAC drives in a single building or campus. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Serial communications and external control connections support seamless integration with building management systems, enabling remote monitoring, alarms, and scheduled maintenance. Application: Integrated BMS workflows and energy management programs. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Enclosure versatility with UL Type 1, 12, or 3R options improves fit for indoor mechanical rooms or outdoor equipment spaces, reducing enclosure substitutions and streamlining procurement. Application: Indoor installation in mechanical rooms and outdoor installations for protected environments.
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FAQs
The ACH580 Packaged Drive supports 230/460/575 V input and is offered in UL Type 1, Type 12, or Type 3R enclosure configurations. For installation, ensure the chosen enclosure matches the environment and that the door-mounted input disconnect (padlockable OFF) is accessible. Plan for external control connections and serial communications to support integration with your controls strategy.
This drive includes electronic motor overload protection to safeguard motors against overload conditions, reducing the risk of overheating and unplanned downtime. Combined with a built-in input disconnect and protective enclosure, operators gain reliable protection during start-up, ramping, and high-demand HVAC cycles.
Yes. With a horsepower range from 1 to 350 hp and voltage options of 230/460/575 V, the ACH580 Packaged Drive is well-suited for rooftop units, air handlers, and other packaged HVAC equipment. Its integrated disconnect and local control capabilities simplify installation and service in compact, space-constrained installations.
The drive is UL-listed and available in NEMA-type enclosure configurations including Type 1, Type 12, and Type 3R. These certifications and enclosure options support safe operation and regulatory compliance for indoor mechanical rooms and outdoor equipment spaces, while enabling reliable performance in variable environmental conditions.
Expect reduced wiring complexity, faster commissioning, and fewer field components thanks to the integrated control panel and disconnect. Serial communications enable remote monitoring and alarms, contributing to lower maintenance costs and improved uptime, which translates to a favorable return on investment for building operators.