ABB ACH580-01-046A-2 HVAC Drive - IP21 Enclosure
Part Number: 3AXD50000284856
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580-01-046A-2 HVAC drive provides precise speed control for fans, pumps and compressors in HVAC systems. This helps you shorten commissioning time and avoid inconsistent control when integrating variable-speed drives with complex air-handling equipment. Key certifications and design features include an IP21 enclosure for wall mounting, optional IP55 and flange mounting, plus UL-listed capability up to 15 HP. Built-in HVAC-specific settings, combined with an intuitive control panel and optional Bluetooth, support easy startup, operation, and remote monitoring. By streamlining installation and enabling energy-efficient operation, it delivers clear business value for facilities teams and OEM projects seeking reliable, scalable motor control in mission-critical environments.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000284856 ABB: ACH580 HVAC drive offering has all key features built-in to control fans, pumps and compressors, and more complex equipment like air-handling units and chillers, ensuring smooth, energy-efficient operation of your HVAC systems in normal and mission-critical situations. The built-in features significantly reduce installation time and the intuitive control panel with an HVAC-specific primary settings menu and help assistants makes startup, commissioning and operation easy. The optional Bluetooth=C2=AE capability enables the commissioning and monitoring of the drive from a distance. The ACH580-01 comes in IP21 enclosure and can be installed on the wall as standard. Also, IP55 and flange mounting units are available.
Feature: HVAC-specific built-in control panel and primary settings menu. Benefit: Reduces commissioning time and minimizes startup errors, delivering faster project timelines. Application: Ideal for HVAC fans, pumps, compressors, and air-handling units in new builds or retrofits. Feature: IP21 wall-mount enclosure with optional IP55 and flange mounting. Benefit: installation flexibility and protection across indoor environments and harsher spaces. Application: Suitable for wall-mounted installations in mechanical rooms or equipment closets with varied ambient conditions. Feature: Optional Bluetooth capability for remote commissioning and monitoring. Benefit: Fewer site visits, improved maintenance planning, and easier off-site configuration. Application: Remote HVAC drive management at facilities, data centers, and remote plants. Feature: Energy-saving motor control and built-in HVAC-specific logic. Benefit: Lower energy consumption, reduced peak demand, and predictable performance under varying loads. Application: Fans, pumps, and compressors in cooling towers and chillers. Feature: Intuitive control panel and help assistants. Benefit: Lower operator training time and fewer configuration mistakes. Application: Quick start-ups for service teams and OEM integrators. This combination supports measurable efficiency gains, simplified installation, and predictable long-term reliability across HVAC projects.
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FAQs
The ACH580-01-046A-2 is designed for wall-mounted installation in a standard IP21 enclosure. Optional IP55 and flange mounting expand installation options for harsher environments or tighter spaces. It operates at 230 V with a current rating of 46.2 A, and is suitable for 15 HP HVAC motor loads, supporting straightforward wiring and integrated HVAC controls.
Key specs include 230 V supply, 46.2 A current, and up to 15 HP motor capability (UL-listed). The drive is designed as a LV AC solution for HVAC applications, offering built-in algorithms and settings tailored to fans, pumps, and compressors, plus a compact wall-mounted form factor for easy integration.
Yes. The ACH580-01-046A-2 is built to control fans, pumps, and compressors typical of air handling units, chillers, and other HVAC equipment. Its HVAC-specific primary settings menu, built-in monitoring, and potential Bluetooth remote commissioning support reliable performance across variable loads and seasonal demand changes.
The device is UL-listed for its 15 HP capacity and uses an IP21 enclosure by default, with optional IP55 and flange mounting for tougher environments. These protections, combined with ABB engineering standards, support safe operation in commercial and industrial HVAC settings and ease compliance audits.
By reducing commissioning time, enabling remote monitoring via optional Bluetooth, and delivering energy-efficient motor control, this drive lowers on-site labor costs and energy bills. Its built-in HVAC features minimize external accessories and simplify maintenance, contributing to faster payback and lower total cost of ownership in large-scale HVAC deployments.