ABB 3AXD50000047500 Drive - Regenerative 5.5 kW, 480 V
Part Number: 3AXD50000047500
Quick Summary
ACS880-11 regenerative drive is a compact LV AC solution that enables regenerative braking for industrial machinery. It addresses the common pain point of wasted braking energy and the need for efficient energy management in heavy-duty lines such as cranes, conveyors, and winches. The system is designed with CE compliance and UL-listed clarity, featuring a unity power factor and an integrated low harmonic filter to minimize electrical distortion. This drives efficiency while simplifying installation, offering a reliable path to energy savings, easier maintenance, and scalable motor control for process and manufacturing environments.
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3AXD50000047500 ABB: The ACS880-11 drives are customized to meet the particular needs of specific industries, such as oil and gas, mining, metals, chemicals, cement, power plants, material handling, pulp and paper, sawmills, marine, water and wastewater, food and beverage, and automotive. They can control a wide range of applications, including cranes, extruders, winches, winders, conveyors, mixers, compressors, centrifuges, test benches, elevators, extruders, pumps and fans. The ACS880-11 is a compact and complete regenerative drive solution with everything you need for regenerative operation in cyclic or continuous braking applications.
With regenerative functionality, the braking energy of the motor is returned to the drive and distributed to the supply network so that it can be utilized by other equipment. With mechanical or resistor braking energy is wasted as heat and additional cooling is often required, whereas regenerative drive operation offers significant savings in energy consumption and cooling. The drive reaches a unity power factor, meaning that electrical energy is used to its full potential. Equipped with an active supply unit and integrated low harmonic line filter, the regenerative drive produces exceptionally low harmonic content.
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Regenerative braking returns energy to the power network, reducing energy waste and cooling requirements, which lowers operating costs for cyclic systems like cranes and winches. This capability supports a lower total cost of ownership and improved process efficiency in material handling and packaging lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Unity power factor and low harmonic content improve power quality, enabling compliant operation in plants with sensitive electrical infrastructure and reducing stress on feeders and transformers during peak loads. Application: Heavy duty conveyors and pumps in mining, metals, and chemical processing benefit from stable voltage profiles and fewer electrical disturbances. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Integrated low harmonic line filter and compact wall-mounted form factor simplify panel design, saving space and reducing installation time while maintaining robust protection. Application: OEMs integrating drives into compact control cabinets or retrofit projects in water treatment and food & beverage lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Broad compatibility with brakes, motors, and drive systems improves uptime by supporting a wide range of applications from winders to extruders, delivering quick ROI through reduced downtime and smoother startups. Application: Pulp and paper, automotive and marine systems where reliable motion control and energy recovery are critical.
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FAQs
The ACS880-11 regenerative drive is designed for broad compatibility with standard LV motors and common industrial PLCs. It supports common motor control modes, simple parameterization, and wiring schemes that minimize changes to existing control logic. In retrofit scenarios, confirm motor rating aligns with the 5.5 kW IEC specification and verify field wiring for 480 V UL or 500 V IEC supplies to ensure seamless integration.
Regenerative braking returns energy to the supply network, reducing heat in braking resistors and lowering cooling demands. In cyclic operations like cranes and winders, this translates to measurable energy savings, lower peak current, and better overall efficiency. Unity power factor further stabilizes the plant’s electrical system, improving feeder loading and reducing transmission losses.
Yes. The drive is designed for rugged industrial use and includes an integrated low harmonic line filter to mitigate harmonic distortion. Its compact, wall-mounted form factor supports tight panel layouts, while its robust control algorithms optimize motor performance for conveyors and pumps. For harsh environments, ensure proper enclosure rating and cooling as per site conditions.
The drive supports UL-listed configurations and is designed with CE considerations in mind for European plants. While installation should follow local electrical codes, the unit’s regenerative capabilities and low harmonic filtering help meet stricter power quality and safety requirements in many industrial facilities.
ROI is driven by energy recovery, reduced cooling load, and improved uptime. For cyclic systems with frequent braking, energy savings plus lower maintenance and panel costs can significantly shorten payback periods. To estimate, quantify braking energy, run-time, and load profile, then compare with a conventional non-regenerative drive and account for reduced heat dissipation in the electrical cabinet.