ABB 3AXD50000268764 AC Drive - IP21 Enclosure
Part Number: 3AXD50000268764
Quick Summary
ABB 3AXD50000268764 LV AC wall-mounted drive for water and wastewater applications optimizes pump performance. Operators often face energy waste, wear on pumps, and complex configuration that slow deployment. This drive incorporates sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, dry run protection, and quick ramps to reduce downtime and maintenance costs. CE compliance and IP21 enclosure provide safe, compliant operation, with IP55 and flange-mount options expanding site suitability. By simplifying setup and offering built-in energy visualization, the device delivers measurable business value through energy efficiency, reduced operational risk, and lower total cost of ownership. Secondary benefits come from easy integration with Drive Composer, Hand-Off-Auto control, and optional Bluetooth control panel.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AXD50000268764 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 and multipump control enable precise pump management without additional sensors. Business Impact: Reduces energy consumption, extends pump life, and lowers maintenance costs by avoiding over- or under-pressurization. Application: Municipal distribution networks and wastewater lift stations that require accurate flowregulation with minimal instrumentation. Feature: Level control and dry run protection prevent dry running and tank overfill, enhancing system reliability. Business Impact: Improves uptime and protects pumps from damage, resulting in fewer service calls and longer asset life. Application: Wastewater treatment facilities and elevated storage tanks where level dynamics are critical. Feature: Soft pipe fill and quick ramps optimize startup behavior, minimizing pressure surges. Business Impact: Safer commissioning, reduced pipe wear, and smoother transitions during start/stop cycles. Application: New installations and retrofit projects across municipal and industrial pumping stations. Feature: Built-in energy calculator visualizes potential savings, supporting ROI justification and ongoing performance tracking. Business Impact: Quantified energy reduction supports capital approvals and ongoing cost of ownership benefits. Application: Asset optimization programs and energy-efficiency initiatives. Feature: Intuitive Hand-Off-Auto panel, Drive Composer PC tool, and optional Bluetooth control panel accelerate commissioning and diagnostics. Business Impact: Shorter project timelines, faster fault isolation, and easier remote support. Application: Field deployments and control-room monitoring across water utilities and wastewater plants. Feature: IP21 enclosure with IP55 option and wall-mount compatibility simplify installation and retrofit work. Business Impact: Safer integration, reduced enclosure concerns, and flexible site adaptation. Application: Refurbishments and new builds in plant floors where space is at a premium and environmental exposure varies. The combination of these capabilities aligns with long-standing industry expectations for reliable pumping control, compliant electrical safety, and tangible energy savings, while maintaining compatibility with ABB’s Drive Composer ecosystem and user-friendly configuration workflows.
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FAQs
Installation is straightforward for a wall-mounted LV AC drive: mount on a suitable surface, connect to 208-240 V AC supply, and wire to the pump and sensors per the ABB documentation. The IP21 enclosure (with IP55 option) supports indoor installations, while Drive Composer simplifies parameterization and commissioning. For retrofit projects, confirm compatible motor ratings and ensure proper cooling around the enclosure to maintain performance.
Sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, and dry run protection optimize pump operation by preventing over- or under-pumping. The built-in energy calculator visualizes potential savings, enabling engineers to quantify ROI and justify control-system upgrades. Quick ramps reduce mechanical stress, contributing to lower maintenance costs and longer pump life.
Yes. The ACQ580-family based capabilities include multipump control and level management, enabling coordinated sequencing and stage control across pumps. This reduces cross-start conflicts and ensures reliable flow, even during demand fluctuations. Compatibility with Drive Composer supports easier configuration of pump groups and control logic for backup and redundancy scenarios.
The device is CE-compliant for electrical safety standards and is available with an IP21 enclosure by default, with IP55 options for harsher environments. This combination supports regulatory compliance in many regions and provides protection against dust and water exposure appropriate to indoor plant spaces and more demanding installations.
Upgrading yields energy savings from optimized pump efficiency, reduced dry-run incidents, and smoother start/stop cycles. The onboard energy calculator helps quantify ROI, while features such as sensorless control and level management reduce sensor costs and maintenance visits. Overall, customers typically see lower total cost of ownership through extended pump life and fewer unscheduled outages.