ABB 3AXD50000268924 LV AC wall-mounted drive - IP21
Part Number: 3AXD50000268924
Quick Summary
ACQ580-01 drives deliver energy-efficient pumping control for water and wastewater applications, enabling precise motor control and reliable long-term operation. For operators, the challenge is minimizing energy waste and unplanned downtime while keeping system complexity manageable, especially across multi-pump or variable-load applications. Trusted in critical infrastructure, the family features CE certification, IP21 enclosure standard, and optional IP55 and flange mounting variants to suit indoor and rugged environments, with quick deployment. By combining sensorless pump features with intuitive control panels and energy calculations, these drives deliver measurable savings, improve uptime, and support compliance across municipal and industrial water systems for operators and service teams.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000268924 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 regulation, reduce energy waste, and support matched head in water and wastewater networks. Business impact: Lower energy consumption and improved system reliability, leading to a faster return on investment for utility operators and industrial plants. Application: Ideal for pumping stations with variable loads or parallel pumps where efficient start/stop and flow matching matter for regulatory compliance and budget adherence. Feature: Level control, soft pipe fill, dry run protection, and quick ramps safeguard equipment life and minimize maintenance costs. Business impact: Reduced mechanical wear, fewer unplanned outages, and improved service continuity in municipal and industrial settings. Application: Suitable for handling surge conditions and protecting impellers, valves, and piping from hydraulic shocks. Feature: Intuitive user interfaces including Hand-Off-Auto control, Drive Composer PC tool, and optional Bluetooth control panel simplify commissioning and field service. Business impact: Accelerated deployment, fewer commissioning errors, and easier remote diagnostics. Application: Supports rapid integration in existing control cabinets or new builds. Feature: Built-in energy calculator and compact wall-mounted form factor provide clear visibility into energy performance while saving space. Business impact: Clear ROI through energy savings and reduced cabinet footprint. Application: Fits modern water utilities seeking efficient, maintainable pump drives with scalable features.
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FAQs
ABB ACQ580-01 is a wall-mounted LV drive designed for indoor use with IP21 protection; IP55 options exist for tougher environments. Plan space for ventilation and safe clearance around the panel. Ensure a 600 V three-phase supply and proper motor connections. Use Hand-Off-Auto for simple control and the Drive Composer PC tool for commissioning and diagnostics to minimize setup time.
Sensorless flow calculation estimates flow from motor load and speed, enabling precise pump regulation without external sensors. This reduces energy consumption by optimizing duty cycles, prevents overpumping, and improves efficiency in variable-flow scenarios common in water utilities. Coupled with multipump control and level management, it maintains target head with lower energy costs.
Yes. The drive supports multipump control, allowing balanced run-time and head across multiple pumps. This enables staged pumping, optimized sequencing, and smoother transitions during demand changes. It is particularly beneficial for pumping stations and wastewater facilities where reliability and coordinated operation directly influence service levels and energy use.
The ACQ580-01 family holds CE certification for European compliance and comes with an IP21 enclosure as standard, with IP55 and flange-mount options available for broader installation needs. It is designed for up to 600 V three-phase power, aligning with typical municipal and industrial electrical specifications and helping ensure regulatory alignment and safety.
Expect ROI driven by reduced energy consumption from sensorless control and optimized pump operation, plus lower maintenance costs from features such as dry run protection and quick ramps that minimize mechanical stress. The intuitive interfaces and PC tooling shorten commissioning time and facilitate remote diagnostics, lowering service intervals and accelerating problem resolution.