ABB 3AUD0000003735 Motors & Drives - E-Clipse bypass enclosure
Part Number: 3AUD0000003735
Quick Summary
ACH580 ultra-low harmonic drive improves motor control for HVAC systems with precise speed control and energy efficiency. For engineers facing harmonics, wiring complexity, and costly maintenance, this solution reduces downtime and simplifies installation. Key certifications and standards include a UL-listed enclosure with NEMA Type 1, 12, or 3R configurations and integrated protection features. Designed for industrial automation and building services, it pairs with SCADA systems and supports scalable motor control.
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Extended Description
3AUD0000003735 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: Ultra-low harmonic drive with ABB E-Clipse bypass improves power quality and motor longevity → Business Impact: Reduces harmonic distortion, minimizes electrical stress, and lowers maintenance costs → Application: HVAC air handlers, pumps, and conveyors in commercial buildings and light industrial facilities. Feature: Integrated UL-listed enclosure options (NEMA Type 1/12/3R) and bypass starter → Business Impact: Simplifies installation, accelerates commissioning, and ensures compliance with enclosure standards → Application: Indoor mechanical rooms and equipment spaces requiring dependable protection. Feature: Input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast-acting drive fuses → Business Impact: Enhances safety, facilitates fault isolation, and minimizes downtime during maintenance → Application: Critical HVAC and process piping systems. Feature: Electronic motor overload protection and padlockable OFF switch → Business Impact: Protects motors and personnel, reduces unplanned outages, and supports lockout/tagout procedures → Application: Industrial fans and pumps operating under variable loads. Feature: Door-mounted control panel with graphical display → Business Impact: Fast diagnostics, local control, and reduced commissioning time → Application: Field service scenarios and on-site testing. Feature: External control connections and serial communications capability → Business Impact: Seamless integration with PLCs, SCADA, and fieldbus networks → Application: Industrial automation and building management systems. Feature: Wide horsepower range 1–400 hp at 460 V → Business Impact: Scales across applications from small fans to large motors, lowering total cost of ownership → Application: Systems requiring scalable motor control in HVAC and manufacturing.
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FAQs
The ACH580-31 is designed for 460 V systems and supports 1–400 hp motors, with an integrated E-Clipse bypass and a door-mounted graphical control panel. It ships in UL-listed enclosures (NEMA Type 1/12/3R), simplifying code compliance and enabling straightforward breakout wiring for HVAC installations.
The drive supports motor sizes from 1 to 400 hp at 460 V, allowing scalable control for a wide range of HVAC fans, pumps, and conveyors. This range helps minimize the need for multiple drive SKUs and simplifies procurement.
Enclosures are UL-listed with NEMA Type 1/12/3R configurations, making them well-suited for indoor HVAC rooms and controlled industrial spaces. For harsher environments, select the appropriate enclosure variant and follow installation guidelines to ensure long-term reliability.
It includes electronic motor overload protection, an input disconnect or circuit breaker with fast-acting drive fuses, and a padlockable OFF switch. These features help prevent motor damage, enable safe maintenance, and support lockout/tagout procedures.
Expect reduced harmonic distortion, improved power quality, and energy efficiency that translate to lower operating costs. The integrated bypass and simplified wiring shorten installation time, while remote/serial communications enable better monitoring and uptime in building automation and industrial networks.