ABB 3AXD50000284962 HVAC Drive - ACH580 IP21
Part Number: 3AXD50000284962
Quick Summary
The ACH580 HVAC drive is a LV AC wall-mounted controller for HVAC systems. Installers often face lengthy commissioning and tuning when integrating drives with fans, pumps and chillers. It ships with an IP21 enclosure and UL recognition, with IP55 and flange-mount options to cover harsher environments. This combination enables faster startup, safer operation, and meaningful energy savings, while maintaining compatibility with existing controls. The drive's built-in HVAC-specific settings menu, intuitive panel, and help assistants simplify setup and commissioning. For teams pursuing modern building performance, this translates into lower project risk and faster time-to-commission. In addition, the optional Bluetooth capability supports remote commissioning and monitoring, reducing site visits.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000284962 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: Built-in HVAC-specific functionality drives precise control for fans, pumps, and compressors. Business Impact: Improves system stability and reduces energy waste by aligning motor speed to load. Application: Ideal for air-handling units and chillers in commercial buildings. Feature: Intuitive control panel with HVAC primary settings menu. Business Impact: Speeds up startup, lowers commissioning effort, and minimizes operator error. Application: Suitable for wall-mounted installations in mechanical rooms and near air handlers. Feature: Optional Bluetooth capability enables commissioning and monitoring from a distance. Business Impact: Reduces on-site visits and accelerates diagnostics, improving field service efficiency. Application: Beneficial for multi-building deployments and remote sites. Feature: IP21 standard enclosure with IP55 and flange-mount options. Business Impact: Provides installation flexibility and enhanced protection in varied environments, expanding placement options. Application: Install on walls or with flange mounting in tight or harsh spaces. Feature: Energy-efficient drive control with built-in features. Business Impact: Lowers energy consumption and total cost of ownership (TCO) over the HVAC system lifecycle. Application: Suitable for fans, pumps, and compressors across commercial HVAC networks. Feature: Compatibility with ABB ACH580 family and straightforward integration. Business Impact: Reduces retrofit risk and accelerates adoption in existing building management systems. Application: Modernization of legacy HVAC installations without extensive rewiring.
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FAQs
The ACH580 is a LV AC wall-mounted drive designed for HVAC applications such as fans, pumps and compressors. It supports straightforward integration with building controls through built-in HVAC-specific settings and a user-friendly panel, reducing wiring complexity and commissioning time. Optional Bluetooth enables remote setup and monitoring, improving field service efficiency.
The drive delivers approximately 15 Hp with a current rating of 17 A at 575 V. It comes standard in an IP21 enclosure, with IP55 and flange-mount variants available. The unit is UL-listed, aligning with safety requirements for HVAC installations and enabling compact wall-mount deployment in mechanical rooms.
Yes. The ACH580 HVAC Drive offers smooth, energy-efficient operation suitable for normal and mission-critical scenarios. Its IP21 enclosure (with IP55 option) provides protective ingress resistance, while the built-in HVAC-focused features help ensure stable operation during peak loads and transitions. Remote commissioning capabilities further reduce risk during critical startups.
The device is UL-listed, supporting safety compliance for industrial control equipment. It features IP21 standard protection, with IP55 options for harsher environments and flange-mount variants for stable installation. CE/SIL details are not specified in the provided data; please consult the product datasheet or supplier for confirmation on CE marking and SIL ratings.
ROI is driven by reduced commissioning time, energy savings from optimized motor control, and lower maintenance visits due to remote commissioning and monitoring options. The built-in HVAC features simplify startup and improve reliability for AHUs and chillers, translating to faster project completion, lower operating costs, and a lower total cost of ownership over the system’s life cycle.