ABB 3AXD50000430017 LV Drive - Ultra-low THDi <3%
Part Number: 3AXD50000430017
Quick Summary
ABB 3AXD50000430017 powers ultra-low harmonic LV drive for water and wastewater pumping applications. A common challenge in these plants is harmonic distortion that increases energy consumption and stresses motors and switchgear. The drive delivers THDi under 3%, with an integrated low-harmonic filter and active supply unit, reducing external components and simplifying installation. The standard IP21 enclosure and available IP55/flange options provide installation flexibility for harsh environments. This combination supports lower operating costs, improved power factor, and easier maintenance, helping utilities and OEM pump packages meet regulatory requirements while maximizing uptime and reliability.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AXD50000430017 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.
Feature: Ultra-low harmonic performance with THDi under 3% combined with an integrated low-harmonic filter and active supply unit. Business Impact: Significantly reduces harmonic distortion, lowers energy waste, and minimizes the need for external filters or multi-pulse arrangements. Application: Water and wastewater pumping where stringent harmonic control and compact footprint are critical. Feature: Built-in pump application functionality, including sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, and dry run protection. Business Impact: Improves process accuracy, reduces pump wear, and enhances system reliability, leading to lower maintenance costs. Application: Variable-speed pumping stations and metering points in wastewater treatment. Feature: Usability and commissioning support with Hand-Off-Auto, Drive Composer, and optional Bluetooth control panel. Business Impact: Accelerates startup, simplifies remote monitoring, and reduces field-service time. Application: OEM integration and plant-wide automation projects. Feature: Compact wall-mounted enclosure with IP21 standard and IP55 option. Business Impact: Enables flexible installation in constrained spaces and harsh environments without heavy external enclosures. Application: New builds and retrofits in confined electrical rooms or outdoor zones. Feature: External-component reduction, no need for external filters or special transformers. Business Impact: Lowers capital expenditure and installation footprint while meeting low-harmonic standards. Application: Utilities and process plants seeking simplified compliance and reduced lifecycle costs.
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FAQs
When planning installation, consider the standard IP21 enclosure and the available IP55 option for harsher environments. The unit is wall-mounted and includes an integrated supply, reducing the need for external transformers or filters. Pair with Drive Composer for commissioning, and leverage Hand-Off-Auto control for seamless operator transitions. This simplifies wiring, panel space planning, and long-term maintenance.
A THDi under 3% minimizes distortion in the supply, reducing heating and wear in motors and transformers and lowering panel cooling requirements. This translates to improved energy efficiency, lower electricity costs, and extended equipment life for pumps in water and wastewater applications. The integrated low-harmonic filter further reduces harmonic currents without external filter hardware.
Yes. The ACQ580-based platform includes multipump control and level control capabilities, plus sensorless flow calculation for efficient pump orchestration. This enables coordinated operation across multiple pumps, optimized sequencing, reduced start-stop wear, and precise level management in basins and treatment tanks.
The product ships with an IP21 enclosure by default, with IP55 and flange-mount options available for tougher environments. It is designed to meet low-harmonic standards and provides built-in filtering to minimize external components. While CE/SIL markings are common in the industry, please verify your local compliance requirements with ABB or your distributor for project-specific certifications.
Deploying this drive can reduce energy consumption through improved power factor and lower THDi, while the integrated filter reduces hardware and maintenance tasks related to external filters and multi-pulse arrangements. The sensorless control and dry run protection help prevent pump damage, lowering maintenance costs and increasing uptime in critical wastewater operations.