ABB 3AXD50000145850 ACS880-17 Regenerative Drive - IP54
Part Number: 3AXD50000145850
Quick Summary
The ABB ACS880-17 regenerative drive delivers efficient regenerative braking for cranes, elevators, and testing benches. Engineers often confront wasted braking energy and bulky cooling loads, which this solution helps to minimize. With IP54-rated enclosures and a robust design, it stands up to harsh environments while maintaining performance. By delivering energy reclamation and predictable power quality, it creates measurable business value in industrial automation and manufacturing operations. The drive integrates seamlessly with ABB's standard configurations, while Order-Based Engineering can tailor features for customer needs. Its compact form factor and IP54 enclosure enable flexible installation in both indoor and outdoor facilities. This translates into reduced downtime, lower energy costs, and a quicker payback for capital projects.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000145850 ABB: The ACS880-17 regenerative drives are a compact and complete regenerative drive solution, with every-thing you need for regenerative operation in cyclic or continuous braking applications. Such applications include cranes, elevators, centrifuges, downhill conveyers and test benches.=20
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.=20
Compared to mechanical or resistor braking, where braking energy is wasted as heat, regenerative drive operation offers significant energy consumption and cooling savings.
The ACS880-17 regenerative drives achieve a unity power factor and ultra-low harmonic content, indicating that electrical energy is being used efficiently and the drive.=20
The ACS880-17 comes with wide variety of standardized configurations for different application requirements, from line contactors, to preventing unexpected motor starts. If the application requires more, ABB=E2=80=99s Order-Based Engineering services can add special features to the standard product, such as an additional cabinet for customer-specific devices. The robust design and enclosures up to IP54 make the ACS880-17 suitable for even very harsh environments.
Regenerative braking capability converts braking energy back to the DC link and into the supply network, reducing energy waste and cooling requirements. This leads to tangible reductions in energy costs and heat management for braking-heavy processes such as cranes, downhill conveyors, and testing benches. The ability to reclaim energy translates into smaller cooling systems and better overall plant efficiency, contributing to lower operating expenses over the life of the drive. Unity power factor and ultra-low harmonic content improve overall power quality, minimizing electrical stress on drives and feeders and helping facilities meet grid-connection requirements. In practice, that means smoother motor operation, fewer electrical disturbances, and easier compliance with utility performance targets. The ACS880-17 comes in standardized configurations that cover line contactors, anti-start features, and other protections; ABB’s Order-Based Engineering can extend these features for customer-specific devices, accelerating deployment and reducing integration risk. The IP54-rated enclosure and robust build enable reliable operation in dusty or wet environments, lowering maintenance needs and downtime. The drive’s compact footprint supports installation in tight electrical rooms or cabinets alongside existing equipment, improving space efficiency and installation simplicity. These attributes combine to shorten project timelines, reduce field service visits, and deliver predictable ROI in automation and manufacturing environments.
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Begin by confirming motor current rating and supply conditions match the ACS880-17’s specifications. Use ABB’s standard installation guidelines, ensuring proper wiring of the DC link and regeneration path to the supply network. Connect line contactors and motor protection as per the configured configuration. The IP54-rated enclosure supports rugged environments, while the 1980 A rating accommodates larger drive sizes. Finally, perform commissioning with a regeneration test to verify energy recovery and power quality, then enable the appropriate safety interlocks.
Key metrics include unity power factor, ultra-low harmonic content, and the ability to recover braking energy back to the supply network. The drive is rated for up to 1980 A, offering compact, complete regenerative functionality for cyclic or continuous braking. These features translate to improved energy efficiency, reduced cooling loads, and better motor control. Real-world performance is enhanced when configured with ABB’s standard configurations or tailored via Order-Based Engineering.
Yes. The ACS880-17 regenerative drive is designed for cyclic or continuous braking applications such as cranes, elevators, downhill conveyors, centrifuges, and test benches. Regenerative energy is returned to the power network, improving energy efficiency and reducing heat buildup. Its IP54 enclosure supports outdoor or challenging environments, making it a versatile choice for heavy-load industrial applications.
The product emphasizes protection and performance features such as the IP54 enclosure and unity power factor with ultra-low harmonic content, which support reliable operation and grid compatibility in demanding environments. ABB’s configurations and engineering services help align the drive with common industry standards and customer-specific requirements, ensuring dependable performance within typical plant electrical systems.
Energy recovery reduces utility consumption and cooling needs, contributing to faster payback on modernization projects. The robust IP54 enclosure and standardized configurations minimize field maintenance, while ABB’s Order-Based Engineering can tailor features to reduce integration risk and spare-part variety. Ongoing maintenance is aligned with typical drive service intervals, with available ABB support options to maximize uptime and prolong equipment life.