ABB ACQ580-31 Drive - Ultra-low THDi <3%
Part Number: 3AXD50000428786
Quick Summary
ABB ACQ580-31 Drive is a high-efficiency pump drive designed to optimize energy use in water and wastewater applications. It addresses the common pains of harmonics, energy waste, and installation complexity by delivering an integrated, ready-to-use solution. The system is CE-compliant and ships with an IP21 enclosure as standard, with IP55 and flange-mount variants available to meet tougher environments. Built-in pump-specific functions—sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level detection, and dry-run protection—help reduce downtime and maintenance costs. Coupled with a familiar Hand-Off-Auto interface and the Drive Composer PC tool, operators gain visibility and control, delivering tangible savings and predictable performance for utility-scale pumping projects.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AXD50000428786 ABB: The ACQ580-31 drives deliver innovative pump features for the water and wastewater industry, securing energy efficient flow of water and wastewater in your pumping solutions. The ultra-low harmonic variant provides ultimate harmonic performance, reaching even less than 3 % THDi, and exceeding the requirements set by low harmonic standards and recommendations. The drive includes an active supply unit and integrated low harmonic line filter, meaning there is no need for external filters, multi-pulse arrangements or special transformers.
Other features include output voltage boost and power factor correction. 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 ultra-low harmonic wall-mounted variant comes in IP21 enclosure as standard. Also, IP55 and flange mounting units are available.
Ultra-low harmonic performance is achieved with THDi < 3%, delivering superior grid quality and reduced harmonic-related maintenance costs. Business impact: lower energy waste and easier regulatory compliance in water and wastewater sites. Application: municipal pumping stations and industrial water systems benefit from improved motor life and stable flow. The drive includes an integrated active supply unit and low harmonic line filter, eliminating the need for external filters or multi-pulse arrangements, reducing panel space and installation time. Business impact: simplified installation, fewer components, and lower capex. Application: retrofit projects or new builds can accelerate commissioning while meeting low-harmonic standards. Output voltage boost and power factor correction improve grid compliance and reduce line current, resulting in smoother operation and energy savings. Pump-related protections such as sensorless flow calculation, dry run protection, soft pipe fill, and level control translate to reduced unplanned downtime. Business impact: higher process reliability and lower maintenance costs. Usability is enhanced with an intuitive Hand-Off-Auto panel, Drive Composer PC tool, and an optional Bluetooth control panel, supporting remote monitoring and faster troubleshooting. Application: service teams gain decisive control during installation and maintenance, while OEMs benefit from a compact, space-efficient control solution with flexible mounting options.
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FAQs
Key considerations include assessing enclosure requirements (IP21 standard, with IP55 option), ensuring compatible mounting (wall-mounted or flange variants), and planning for the integrated active supply unit and low-harmonic filter which simplify wiring by eliminating external filters. Review sensorless flow, dry-run protection, and level control features to determine required control wiring, drives, and PC tool access for commissioning.
THDi <3% minimizes voltage and current distortion, reducing transformer loading and EMI concerns while improving motor efficiency and lifespan. This level of harmonic performance helps meet low-harmonic standards and recommendations, easing regulatory compliance in signaling, power quality, and utility interaction for pumping stations.
Yes. The drive is purpose-built for water and wastewater pumping, offering sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, and dry-run protection. Its compact wall-mount design, integrated low-harmonic filter, and intuitive control interfaces support reliable, energy-efficient operation across municipal and industrial pumping infrastructures.
The standard enclosure is IP21, with IP55 mounting units available as an option for harsher environments. The description emphasizes CE-style safety compliance and adherence to low-harmonic performance standards, while the IP-rated variants enable installation flexibility in spaces with varying exposure to dust, moisture, and temperature conditions.
Expected ROI comes from energy savings due to improved efficiency and reduced motor stress from harmonic mitigation, plus lower maintenance from protective features like dry-run protection and level control. The integrated filter and supply unit simplify installation and reduce spare part costs, while Drive Composer and optional Bluetooth support speed commissioning and ongoing monitoring.