ABB 3AXD50000268757 Motors & Drives - IP21/IP55 Enclosures
Part Number: 3AXD50000268757
Quick Summary
ACQ580-01 drive is energy-efficient LV motor control for water and wastewater pumping. Facilities struggle with variable flow, pump wear, and rising energy costs—this drive addresses those by sensorless control and built-in protections. CE-certified, with IP21 standard enclosure and optional IP55 or flange-mount options, it delivers robust, compliant operation. Coupled with Drive Composer and the built-in energy calculator, it translates field data into measurable business value for utilities and industrial pumping. This compact, wall-mounted design simplifies installation in space-constrained facilities while enabling easy integration with existing controls. Operators gain actionable insights from the energy calculator, supporting ongoing optimization and reduced total cost of ownership. The Hand-Off-Auto control panel minimizes training time for maintenance teams.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000268757 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 enables pump control without external flow meters. Business Impact: Reduces instrumentation costs and installation complexity while improving pump efficiency and response to demand changes. Application: Water utilities and wastewater plants benefit from accurate flow management without invasive sensors. Feature: Built-in multipump control and level management. Business Impact: Optimizes pump sequencing, minimizes start-stop cycles, and lowers energy usage across complex pumping trains. Application: Municipal and industrial pumping systems needing reliable multi-pump operation.Feature: Dry run protection and soft pipe fill. Business Impact: Prevents pump damage during startup/shutdown and reduces downtime from pump failures. Application: Continuous operation in lift stations and distribution networks.Feature: Quick ramps and impeller cleaning solution. Business Impact: Reduces mechanical wear, extends pump life, and lowers maintenance costs. Application: High-cycle pumping scenarios in water treatment.Feature: Integrated energy calculator and intuitive control interfaces (Hand‑Off‑Auto, Drive Composer, Bluetooth option). Business Impact: Delivers actionable ROI data, accelerates commissioning, and supports remote diagnostics. Application: Asset-intensive facilities seeking measurable energy savings and faster deployment.
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FAQs
Yes. The ACQ580-01 is designed for LV 208-240 V systems and supports wall-mounted installation with IP21 enclosure as standard. It also offers IP55 and flange-mount options, allowing integration with most existing pump configurations and control panels while maintaining compact footprints.
Key features include sensorless flow calculation, dry run protection, soft pipe fill, quick ramps, and multipump control. Together they reduce energy use, prevent unscheduled downtime, and extend motor life by minimizing surge and wear during startup and operation.
Yes. The drive includes built-in multipump control and level control capabilities, enabling proper sequencing and protection for multi-pump installations such as lift stations and plant process lines, while preserving energy efficiency and system stability.
The unit is CE-certified with an IP21 standard enclosure and optional IP55 or flange-mount variants. This combination supports regulatory compliance in many water and wastewater facilities and provides flexibility for surface or wall-mounted installations.
The integrated energy calculator highlights potential energy savings from optimized pump operation, while protective features reduce maintenance and downtime. Combined with reduced instrumentation needs and easier commissioning via Drive Composer, facilities can achieve faster payback and lower total cost of ownership.