ABB ACS255-03U-46A0-2+B068+F278 - CE-Certified Servo Drive
Part Number: 3AUA0000232563
Quick Summary
ACS255 servo drive delivers precise motor control for automated motion in manufacturing environments. Too often, engineers face long tuning cycles, unstable torque during speed changes, and complex integration when deploying high-performance drives. CE compliance provides European-market assurance, and ABB's safety-conscious design supports reliable operation with standard safety practices across applicable SIL and IP configurations. By leveraging encoder feedback and straightforward parameterization, this drive helps reduce machine downtime, boost throughput, and simplify integration with ABB motors and common fieldbus networks. For system integrators and procurement professionals, the result is faster commissioning, easier maintenance, and a scalable path to broader motion-control deployments.
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3AUA0000232563 ABB: ACS255-03U-46A0-2+B068+F278
Feature: Precise encoder-based closed-loop control. Business impact: Improves positioning accuracy and repeatability, reducing scrap and rework in high-speed packaging and robotics applications. Application: Ideal for single-axis or multi-axis automation where consistent torque is essential. Feature: Flexible integration with ABB ecosystem and fieldbus readiness. Business impact: Speeds up commissioning, lowers integration risk, and minimizes need for external controllers. Application: Suitable for lines using Profinet, EtherCAT, or other common industrial networks in modern factories. Feature: Parameterizable acceleration, deceleration, and velocity profiles. Business impact: Optimizes cycle times while protecting mechanical components, reducing wear and energy consumption. Application: Beneficial for conveyor systems and pick-and-place tasks with tight timing constraints. Feature: Robust safety and protection features. Business impact: Enhances uptime with fault protection and safe torque-off capabilities, safeguarding personnel and equipment. Application: Essential for high-availability machines in food, packaging, and automotive lines. Feature: Compact installation and maintenance advantages. Business impact: Saves panel space and simplifies servicing, reducing downtime during changeovers. Application: Great for retrofits and new installations with limited cabinet space. Industry insight: In production environments where changeovers are frequent, the ACS255’s integration with ABB’s motor platforms accelerates onboarding, minimizes calibration drift, and supports scalable upgrades as line complexity grows.
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FAQs
Begin by verifying the motor and drive compatibility within the ABB ecosystem, then mount the drive in a suitable enclosure. Connect encoder feedback lines to the drive’s feedback input, wire motor power and safety circuits, and enable Safe Torque Off as a primary safety measure. Use the ABB Drive Studio or equivalent to load a basic profile and tune acceleration and velocity settings for your axis. Finally, run a dry run to verify torque response and positioning accuracy before full production. This approach minimizes commissioning time and ensures reliable startup.
ACS255 supports encoder-based closed-loop control with adjustable acceleration, deceleration, and velocity profiles to match your application's timing. It provides fieldbus connectivity for seamless integration with industrial networks and supports safety features like fault protection and Safe Torque Off. For packaging or robotics, these capabilities translate to high-accuracy positioning, repeatable cycles, and reduced operator intervention during setup and batch changes.
Yes, ACS255 is designed for precise and repeatable motion control, which is essential for high-speed packaging lines. With encoder feedback and tunable motion profiles, it can achieve tight cycle times while protecting mechanical components from excessive wear. Its compatibility with common fieldbus networks simplifies integration with existing line control systems, reducing integration risk and enabling faster commissioning.
The ACS255 family commonly carries CE certification, indicating compliance with European safety and performance standards. Verification should reference the official datasheet or product certificate accompanying the specific unit, and confirm installation conditions meet the intended environment. While CE is standard, check the datasheet for additional safety or regulatory marks relevant to your region and application, especially if SIL/PL readiness or IP ratings are necessary for your machine.
By delivering precise, repeatable motion, ACS255 reduces scrap, rework, and downtime, which translates to faster production cycles and lower operating costs. Its integration with ABB motors simplifies maintenance and spare-part management, while safe-torque-off and fault protection minimize unplanned outages. Over time, the drive’s robust design and straightforward commissioning support a shorter time-to-value and a clearer path to scalable motion-control upgrades.