ABB 3AXD50000296576 HVAC Drive - UL 100 Hp, 273 A, 230 V
Part Number: 3AXD50000296576
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580 HVAC drive is a compact LV AC controller for fans, pumps, and compressors in HVAC systems. Engineers often face long startup times, complex commissioning, and inconsistent energy savings when deploying drives in critical HVAC applications. This solution is UL listed with IP21 protection by default and IP55 options for harsher environments, plus Bluetooth remote monitoring for distance commissioning. By combining built-in HVAC control and a user-friendly interface, it accelerates startup, simplifies commissioning, and reduces lifecycle costs for building owners. Industry practitioners value integrated features for energy management, fault diagnostics, and proactive maintenance, delivering measurable efficiency gains across commercial HVAC systems.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000296576 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 control for fans, pumps, and compressors. Business Impact: Delivers stable, energy-efficient operation by optimizing motor speed and reducing throttling losses. Application: Ideal for air handling units, rooftop units, and chiller plant rooms where precise speed control translates into measurable energy savings and reduced wear. Feature: Intuitive control panel with HVAC primary settings menu and help assistants. Business Impact: speeds startup, simplifies commissioning, and lowers skilled labor requirements for technicians. Application: New installations or retrofits in commercial buildings where quick onboarding reduces project risk and accelerates time-to-value. Feature: Optional Bluetooth capability for commissioning and monitoring from a distance. Business Impact: Enables remote tuning and fault assessment without on-site visits, cutting maintenance costs. Application: Remote locations or multi-building campuses where centralized control aids operations and sustainability reporting. Feature: Enclosure options IP21 baseline with IP55 flange-mount units; wall-mounted design for space efficiency. Business Impact: Improves protection, simplifies installation, and fits into compact mechanical rooms. Application: Wall-mounted HVAC controls in mechanical rooms or corridor ceilings. Feature: UL-listed drive with compatibility for 100 Hp, 273 A, 230 V loads and integration with building management systems. Business Impact: Ensures regulatory compliance and scalable performance in large HVAC networks; reduces integration risk. Application: Commercial and industrial HVAC networks and energy-management projects.
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FAQs
The ACH580-01-273A-2 is designed for low-voltage HVAC applications and mounts on the wall, reducing space needs in mechanical rooms. It supports controlling fans, pumps and compressors and is compatible with standard 230 V distribution schemes. When retrofitting, the device's compact footprint and built-in commissioning aids minimize field wiring and panel modifications, while its IP21 enclosure option simplifies installation in typical indoor environments.
Key specs include nominal voltage of 230 V, current rating of 273 A, and a horsepower rating of 100 Hp. The drive is UL-listed for safety, designed for wall-mounted HVAC control, and offers IP21 protection with IP55 options for harsher conditions. This combination supports reliable operation in fans, pumps, and compressors within air handling units and chillers.
Yes. The ACH580 family is specifically aimed at HVAC equipment such as air handling units, pumps, fans, and compressors found in AHUs and chillers. Its built-in HVAC control features and energy-management capabilities help optimize load matching, reduce energy use, and improve system stability in commercial and industrial buildings.
The drive is UL-listed, ensuring electrical safety compliance for installation in regulated environments. It supports IP21 enclosure by default, with IP55 options available for higher protection against dust and moisture. These certifications and ratings help meet regulatory requirements and protect critical HVAC installations in commercial spaces and data centers.
The built-in commissioning aids reduce installation labor and time-to-operational, while the intuitive control interface lowers ongoing maintenance requirements. Remote commissioning and monitoring via Bluetooth enable quicker fault diagnosis and fewer on-site visits. Together, these features improve energy efficiency, reduce lifecycle costs, and shorten payback periods in multi-unit HVAC networks.