ABB ACH580-31 Ultra-Low Harmonic Drive - UL Type 1
Part Number: 3AUD0000003572
Quick Summary
ACH580-31 ultra-low harmonic drive is a high-efficiency motor controller designed for HVAC systems. Engineers often struggle with harmonic distortion, energy waste, and maintenance downtime when upgrading legacy drives. This ABB drive is built in a UL Type 1 (NEMA) enclosure with an integrated ABB E-Clipse bypass, electronic motor overload protection, and a door-mounted control panel for local operation. With serial communications and external control connections, it scales across facilities, delivering lower lifecycle costs and faster ROI for building automation and HVAC applications.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AUD0000003572 ABB: The ACH580-31 ultra-low harmonic drive 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 400 hp at 460 V. The ACH580-31 ultra-low harmonic drive 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: Integrated UL Type 1/NEMA enclosure with ABB E-Clipse bypass and door-mounted bypass starter. Business Impact: Consolidates drive, bypass, and protective devices into a single package, reducing wiring, panel footprint, and installation time. Application: Ideal for retrofit projects in HVAC air handling units and packaged roof units. Feature: Wide power range and 460 V operation (1–400 hp). Business Impact: Supports a broad spectrum of HVAC motors without multiple parts, enabling standardization and inventory savings. Application: Suitable for fans, pumps, and conveyors in large facilities. Feature: Electronic motor overload protection and fast-acting drive fuses. Business Impact: Improves motor protection, minimizes unplanned downtime, and extends motor life. Application: Critical in variable-speed drives for HVAC loads. Feature: Input disconnect switch or circuit breaker with protective interlocks. Business Impact: Enhances safety and compliance during maintenance; padlockable OFF. Application: Duty cycles where technicians must lock out before service. Feature: Local control panel with graphical display and serial communications. Business Impact: Streamlines commissioning and enables remote monitoring or integration with building management systems. Application: Deploy in data centers, hospitals, and office buildings with centralized control. Industry context: This drive supports HVAC energy efficiency goals, harmonic mitigation, and scalable integration with modern building automation systems, aligning with long-life-cycle projects and cost-of-ownership reduction.
Get a Quick Quote for a ABB 3AUD0000003572
Chat with us on WhatsApp - fast responses guaranteed
Need to speak with someone? We'll call you back within 2 hours during business hours
Interested in ABB 3AUD0000003572?
Enquire Now
FAQs
Install the ACH580-31 in a UL Type 1 enclosure at a safe, accessible location. Connect to 460 V supply, set up 124 A current rating, and attach the door-mounted control panel for local operations. Include the ABB E-Clipse bypass and ensure the input disconnect or circuit breaker is fast-acting with drive fuses. Verify wiring, grounding, and safety interlocks before commissioning.
The ACH580-31 is designed as an ultra-low harmonic drive to mitigate total harmonic distortion in HVAC applications. It supports a broad HP range at 460 V and includes electronic motor overload protection, reducing motor stress. Expect energy savings through improved motor control, smoother starts, and reduced overheating in fans and pumps.
Yes. With a 1 to 400 hp range at 460 V, integrated bypass, and a compact, single-package enclosure, the ACH580-31 is well suited for HVAC fans and pumps in air handling units, rooftop units, and large building systems. The built-in protections and local control panel simplify installation and maintenance in these applications.
The ACH580-31 features a UL Type 1 enclosure (NEMA) with ABB E-Clipse bypass, enabling safe indoor installation and simplified service. It supports integration with building automation via serial communications. Ensure compatibility with your local electrical safety standards and refer to the enclosure options specified for your facility.
ROI is driven by reduced harmonic distortion, energy efficiency, and lower maintenance due to integrated protections and fewer external components. Regular inspection of the bypass and control connections, along with periodic verification of isolation, will sustain performance. The all-in-one enclosure minimizes panel space and field wiring, accelerating commissioning and deployment.