ABB 3AXD50000268740 LV AC wall-mounted drive - IP21
Part Number: 3AXD50000268740
Quick Summary
ABB 3AXD50000268740 LV AC wall-mounted drive enables efficient pump control for water and wastewater applications. Engineers often struggle with achieving reliable sensorless flow control, protecting pumps from dry runs, and meeting evolving energy targets across variable flow conditions. This drive line is available in an IP21 enclosure, with IP55 and flange mounting options, and can be CE-compliant for European markets. The intuitive Hand-Off-Auto interface, Drive Composer PC tool, and optional Bluetooth control panel simplify commissioning and troubleshooting, while the built-in energy calculator provides visibility into potential energy savings. These features translate into lower operating costs and faster return on investment for utility and municipal pumping projects.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000268740 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: Sensorless flow calculation → Business Impact: Enables precise flow control without additional sensors, reducing hardware cost and installation complexity, while improving efficiency in variable flow conditions. Application: Water and wastewater pumping where head pressure and flow vary throughout the day. Feature: Multipump control and level control → Business Impact: Coordinated pump operation minimizes cycling, reduces energy spikes, and extends pump life in multi-pump configurations. Application: Wastewater lift stations and treatment plant basins. Feature: Dry-run protection and soft pipe fill → Business Impact: Protects pumps from damage during starts and prevents sediment buildup, lowering maintenance costs. Application: Sudden dry runs or low-flow periods in transfer lines. Feature: Quick ramps and energy calculator → Business Impact: Smoother startups with reduced inrush, plus quantified energy savings for ROI justifications. Application: Any new install or retrofit optimizing energy consumption. Feature: Hand-Off-Auto control panel, Drive Composer PC tool, and Bluetooth option → Business Impact: Faster commissioning, easier troubleshooting, and remote monitoring capabilities. Application: Field service and remote diagnostics. Feature: Enclosure options and wall-mount convenience → Business Impact: Flexible installation with IP21 standard or IP55 variant for harsher environments, plus flange mounting units for diverse layouts. Application: Plant floor installations with space constraints and variable room conditions.
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FAQs
Installation should secure the wall-mount unit to a solid, vibration-resistant surface and provide access for the Hand-Off-Auto panel and optional Bluetooth controller. Use the Drive Composer PC tool for initial setup, verify motor compatibility with LV drives, and ensure proper enclosure options (IP21 standard or IP55 variant) for the environment. Plan for future flange mounting if needed.
Sensorless flow calculation removes the need for external flow meters, delivering accurate pump control from start-up to shut-down. It reduces instrumentation costs, enables tighter flow modulation in fluctuating demand, and supports energy-efficient operation by optimizing motor speed in real-time, which translates to lower energy bills and extended pump life.
Yes. The drive includes multipump control and level control features that coordinate several pumps to prevent simultaneous starts, reduce cycling, and maintain desired fluid levels. This capability improves system reliability, minimizes wear, and lowers peak electrical demand, making it well-suited for lift stations and treatment stages with variable loading.
The standard configuration uses an IP21 enclosure, with IP55 and flange mounting options available for harsher environments or specialized layouts. The design is CE-compliant for European markets, and the platform supports integration with common industrial control architectures, ensuring regulatory alignment and broad compatibility across municipal and industrial sites.
ROI improves through measurable energy savings from sensorless flow control, reduced pump wear via dry-run protection, and smoother starts from quick ramping. Maintenance is simplified by integrated protective features, diagnostics via Drive Composer, and fewer external sensors. Over time, these factors yield lower operational costs and longer asset life in water/wastewater applications.