ABB ACH580-01-242A-6 HVAC Drive - IP21 Enclosure
Part Number: 3AXD50000296590
Quick Summary
ABB ACH580-01-242A-6 HVAC drive is a wall-mounted VFD that controls fans, pumps and compressors in HVAC systems. Deploying drives in HVAC projects often involves complex wiring and lengthy commissioning, causing downtime and increased costs. It is CE compliant and protected by an IP21 enclosure, with optional IP55 and flange mounting to suit more demanding installations. Beyond built-in control features, the compact wall-mount design and optional Bluetooth remote commissioning streamline startup and monitoring, reducing installation time. This drive supports energy-efficient operation and reliable performance, delivering tangible value for engineers and facilities across modern buildings. Its HVAC-focused settings menu and help assistants simplify handover to operations teams while enabling seamless building management system integration.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000296590 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.
Built-in HVAC control capabilities deliver precise modulation of fans, pumps and compressors, reducing energy waste and motor wear. In practice, the ACH580-01-242A-6 coordinates load changes with minimal overshoot, improving system stability and comfort in commercial buildings. Applications include air handling units and central chillers where reliable, continuous operation is critical. Intuitive control panel and HVAC-specific settings simplify startup and commissioning. The dedicated primary settings menu and help assistants guide technicians, cut engineering time, and accelerate handover to operations teams, reducing project risk and ensuring consistent performance across multiple sites. Optional Bluetooth connectivity enables commissioning and monitoring from a distance, supporting remote troubleshooting and faster acceptance testing. For large facilities, remote access minimizes site visits and accelerates maintenance planning, yielding lower total cost of ownership and improved uptime. Installation and protection flexibility comes from an IP21 enclosure for wall mounting, with optional IP55 and flange mounting units for harsher environments. The compact footprint saves panel space, simplifies configuration in ceilings or equipment rooms, and reduces wiring complexity. Electrical robustness is evident in the 575 V, 242 A, 250 HP rating, designed to handle demanding HVAC loads without compromising efficiency. Compatibility with ABB motor control ecosystems and building management systems supports seamless integration and long-term reliability. In industry contexts such as offices, hospitals, data centers and manufacturing facilities, the ACH580-01-242A-6 aligns with energy codes and maintenance workflows, delivering dependable climate control and ongoing regulatory compliance.
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FAQs
The ACH580-01-242A-6 is a wall-mounted LV AC drive designed to precisely control fans, pumps and compressors in HVAC equipment such as air handling units, chillers and rooftop units, delivering smooth operation and energy savings.
It ships in an IP21 wall-mount enclosure by default, with optional IP55 protection and flange mounting available to suit harsher environments or specialized installations, enabling flexible placement within mechanical rooms or on equipment frames.
Yes. The ACH580-01-242A-6 supports optional Bluetooth connectivity for remote commissioning and monitoring, reducing site visits, speeding up startup, and aiding ongoing maintenance from a distance.
Applications include air handling units, chillers, pumps and fans in commercial buildings, data centers, hospitals and manufacturing facilities where precise speed control, energy efficiency and reliable operation are critical.
Choose the IP21 standard wall-mount for typical environments or IP55/flange options for dusty or humid areas. Ensure compatibility with ABB motor control ecosystems and align with local energy codes to maximize efficiency and long-term reliability.