ABB 3AXD50000268535 ACQ580-01 Drive - IP21 Enclosure
Part Number: 3AXD50000268535
Quick Summary
ACQ580-01 drive powers efficient water and wastewater pumping systems in a compact wall-mounted form. Engineers face limited space, energy waste, and complex pump coordination across multi-pump setups. Key IP ratings include IP21 standard enclosure with optional IP55 variants, supporting reliable operation in challenging environments. The built-in energy calculator, sensorless flow calculation, and Drive Composer software enable measurable energy savings and faster commissioning. This solution supports municipal and industrial water utilities with scalable control and remote monitoring through a Bluetooth option.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000268535 ABB: The ACQ580-01 drives deliver innovative pump features for the water and wastewater industry, securing energy efficient flow of water and wastewater in your pumping solutions. This robust and compact wall-mounted drive has built-in pump application functionality such as sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, dry run protection, quick ramps and a solution for keeping the impeller of the pump clean. Usability is further enhanced with the intuitive Hand-Off-Auto control panel, the PC tool Drive composer and an optional Bluetooth=C2=AE control panel. The built-in energy calculator visualizes the energy savings achieved with the use of the drive. The ACQ580-01 variant comes in IP21 enclosure as standard and can be installed on the wall. Also, IP55 and flange mounting units are available.
Feature: Built-in pump application features such as sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, dry run protection, and an impeller-cleaning solution. Business impact: Improves reliability, reduces wear, and minimizes downtime in water and wastewater systems. Application: Ideal for municipal pumping stations and industrial water transfer, enabling single-drive management of multiple pumps. Feature: Built-in energy calculator and variable-speed logic highlight potential energy savings from optimized pump operation. Business impact: Lower energy costs, better regulatory reporting, and faster ROI through data-driven decisions. Application: Utilities and plant operators deploying energy-efficient pumping solutions. Feature: Hand-Off-Auto control panel, Drive Composer PC tool, and optional Bluetooth control panel streamline commissioning and remote monitoring. Business impact: Faster startup, reduced service visits, and continuous performance visibility. Application: New installs and retrofit projects in crowded or hazardous environments. Feature: IP21 standard enclosure with IP55 option and flexible mounting (wall or flange) for versatile installation. Business impact: Space-saving footprint, easier integration with existing electrical rooms, and expanded site compatibility. Application: Plant rooms, basements, and outdoor pump stations in water utilities. Feature: Sensorless operation and dry-run protection promote safe, reliable pumping while maintaining compatibility with ABB control ecosystems. Business impact: Reduced equipment damage, extended asset life, and simpler integration with Drive Composer and monitoring platforms. Application: Critical pumping tasks in municipal and industrial water treatment facilities.
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FAQs
Begin with a secure wall-mount installation in a clean, accessible space. Connect the drive to power and to the pump motor according to ABB wiring diagrams, then configure the control parameters via Drive Composer or the Hand-Off-Auto panel. Verify IP21 enclosure compliance and, if required, select IP55 mounting options for tougher environments. Finally, set up pump sequencing for multi-pump operation and test the dry-run protection before commissioning.
Sensorless flow calculation estimates flow rate and system performance without external flow sensors, using motor current and speed data. This reduces hardware costs, enables accurate pump control, and improves energy efficiency by optimizing acceleration, deceleration, and speed profiles. In wastewater and water systems, sensorless control helps maintain consistent head and prevents overpumping, reducing energy waste and wear.
Yes. The ACQ580-01 supports multipump control, enabling coordinated operation of multiple pumps from a single drive platform. This simplifies sequencing, reduces installation footprint, and improves reliability by optimizing duty cycles across pumps. The Drive Composer tool aids configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting for complex pumping schemes typical in wastewater treatment and pumping stations.
The standard enclosure is IP21 for indoor wall-mounted installation. For harsher environments, IP55 variants and flange mounting units are available, offering enhanced protection against dust and water ingress. These options provide installation flexibility for plant rooms, basements, or outdoor pump stations while preserving compact form factor and ease of access for maintenance.
Owners typically see ROI through quantified energy savings from sensorless flow control and variable-speed operation, plus reduced downtime from dry-run protection and predictive maintenance insights via Drive Composer. ABB’s ecosystem supports ongoing maintenance, remote monitoring, and firmware updates, while the energy calculator provides tangible data to validate capital expenditure and operation-cost reductions over the asset lifespan.