ABB 3AXD50000418176 Drive - IP21 Enclosure, 230V
Part Number: 3AXD50000418176
Quick Summary
ABB 3AXD50000418176 drive for water and wastewater pumping delivers precise motor control for efficient pumping systems. It helps operators tackle energy waste, flow instability, and equipment downtime by providing advanced pump-application features in a compact wall-mounted package. CE-compliant with an IP21 enclosure as standard, the unit also offers IP55 and flange mounting options to fit challenging installation spaces. Built-in sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, and dry-run protection improve reliability and reduce maintenance interventions. Utilities gain value through quick ramps and an energy calculator, while compatible tools like Drive Composer and an optional Bluetooth panel simplify commissioning and ongoing optimization.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AXD50000418176 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: Built-in pump-application features including sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, dry-run protection, quick ramps, and pump impeller cleaning. Business Impact: Improves energy efficiency, extends pump life, reduces unplanned downtime, and simplifies multi-pump orchestration. Application: Municipal water plants and wastewater lift stations requiring reliable, compact pump control in wall-mounted drives. Feature: Energy calculator, Hand-Off-Auto control, Drive Composer compatibility, and optional Bluetooth control panel. Business Impact: Enables measurable energy savings, streamlined operator handoffs, faster commissioning, and remote diagnostics. Application: Retrofit projects and new builds where ongoing optimization and simplified maintenance are critical. Feature: IP21 standard enclosure with IP55 and flange mounting options. Business Impact: Flexible installation in constrained spaces and enhanced protection for harsher environments. Application: Plant floor installations with space or mounting variations. Feature: 15 kW (Pn), 60 A, 230 V capability. Business Impact: Direct compatibility with common LV motor configurations, reducing need for soft-start hardware and enabling immediate integration. Application: Smaller to mid-size pumping stations and water treatment applications. Feature: Compact wall-mounted design and intuitive control interfaces (Hand-Off-Auto, Bluetooth option). Business Impact: Saves space, accelerates commissioning, and improves operator ergonomics. Application: New builds and upgrades in municipal and industrial pumping systems.
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FAQs
When installing the ABB 3AXD50000418176 on a 230V three-phase supply, verify that your service provides at least 60 A continuous capacity and that wiring adheres to local electrical codes. Mount the drive on a stable wall within the IP21 enclosure standard, and plan for available space to accommodate the optional IP55 flange-mounting kit. Use Drive Composer for configuration and ensure proper motor naming to match the 15 kW, 60 A motor profile. Grounding and shielding should follow best practices to minimize EMI and ensure reliable sensorless flow calculations.
The drive includes sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, and dry-run protection. Sensorless flow optimizes pump speed for actual demand, reducing energy consumption; multipump control enables seamless scheduling of multiple pumps without oversizing or over-ramping; dry-run protection prevents damage when a pump runs dry. Collectively, these features lower energy bills, extend pump life, and cut unscheduled maintenance in municipal water and wastewater applications.
Yes. The ABB 3AXD50000418176 is designed for water and wastewater pumping at municipal scales, offering wall-mounted installation, energy-saving features, and robust pump control capabilities. Its 15 kW, 60 A, 230 V specification matches common LV motor sizes used in lift stations. The device supports single-pump and multipump configurations, with compatibility to Drive Composer for commissioning and ongoing optimization, making it suitable for both new builds and retrofits in water treatment environments.
The drive is CE-compliant and ships with a standard IP21 enclosure. For installations requiring higher protection, IP55 flange-mounting options are available. This combination supports both indoor wall-mounted use and more demanding environments where higher ingress protection is needed, helping ensure regulatory alignment and asset protection in water and wastewater facilities.
Operators can expect reduced maintenance needs due to dry-run protection, which minimizes wear from dry starts, and sensorless control that lowers mechanical load on pumps. The energy calculator enables ongoing monitoring of energy savings, providing a clear ROI pathway. With Drive Composer integration and optional Bluetooth, commissioning and diagnostics are faster, reducing downtime during upgrades or retrofits in wastewater plants.