ABB ACQ580-01 drive 3AXD50000799015 - IP21 Enclosure
Part Number: 3AXD50000799015
Quick Summary
ABB ACQ580-01 drive for water and wastewater pumping delivers reliable, energy-efficient motor control. Operators often struggle with irregular flows, dry-run failures, and rising energy costs, and this drive addresses those pains with sensorless flow calculation, dry-run protection, and soft-start features. UL-listed safety paired with an IP21 standard enclosure and optional IP55/flange-mount variants provides installation flexibility across challenging plant environments. By pairing intuitive Hand-Off-Auto operation with Drive Composer software, users can translate complex hydraulics into measurable gains in efficiency, uptime, and total cost of ownership. This combination supports reliable water treatment and wastewater pumping while enabling longer-term operational savings and easier compliance with plant-wide automation goals.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000799015 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 functionality includes sensorless flow calculation, multipump control, level control, soft pipe fill, dry run protection, quick ramps, and an impeller-cleaning solution. Benefit: Improves pump efficiency, reduces unplanned downtime, and extends equipment life by protecting against dry-running and cavitation. Application: Ideal for water and wastewater pumping stations where varying demand and multiple pumps must be coordinated with minimal supervision. Feature: Built-in energy calculator and energy-aware control. Benefit: Enables real-time visibility of energy savings and supports ROI-focused optimization of pump curves and run time. Application: Plant operators seeking measurable reductions in electricity usage in large pumping loops and lift stations. Feature: Comprehensive control interfaces including Hand-Off-Auto panel, Drive Composer PC tool, and optional Bluetooth control panel. Benefit: Speeds commissioning, simplifies diagnostics, and enables remote adjustments without full PLC reruns. Application: Field service teams and integrators optimizing legacy automation with minimal downtime. Feature: Enclosure and mounting versatility with IP21 standard and IP55/flange options. Benefit: Facilitates wall-mounted installation in tight spaces and harsh environments, reducing footprint and easing retrofits. Application: New builds and retrofit projects in pumping stations, treatment plants, and municipal facilities. Feature: High-capacity motor compatibility (230 V, 343 A, 125 Hp) designed for demanding pumps. Benefit: Delivers robust torque control and reliable operation for large-volume water handling, improving system performance and lifecycle costs. Application: Municipal water utilities and industrial wastewater processes requiring dependable variable-speed drive control. Industry insight: In modern water and wastewater operations, compact wall-mounted drives with integrated pump features reduce total installed cost by combining drive, pump logic, and energy monitoring in a single package, accelerating commissioning and delivering faster payback while maintaining compliance with industrial standards.
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FAQs
For wastewater installations, mount the drive on a stable wall in an accessible area to simplify service and heat dissipation. Use the standard IP21 enclosure or upgrade to IP55 if the environment is more exposed to dust or moisture. Ensure proper cable routing to minimize EMI and verify that the 230 V supply and 343 A current ratings align with the motor being controlled. Plan for space to accommodate the Hand-Off-Auto panel and the Drive Composer PC tool for on-site and remote diagnostics.
Sensorless flow calculation estimates the pump flow without external sensors, enabling responsive control to prevent over- or under-pumping. Dry-run protection detects when a pump runs without fluid, triggering a safe shutoff to prevent impeller damage and motor wear. Together, these features reduce unplanned downtime, extend pump life, and lower maintenance costs in variable-demand water and wastewater systems.
The drive’s built-in energy calculator visualizes potential savings from optimized pump curves and reduced motor speed during off-peak periods. By coordinating multiple pumps and applying soft-start ramps, facilities typically see lower electricity consumption, improved system efficiency, and faster payback. ROI is driven by reduced pump wear, energy use, and maintenance costs, especially in facilities with variable demand and large pumping cascades.
Drive Composer provides a dedicated PC-based toolset for configuration, monitoring, and commissioning, integrating with common PLCs via standard interfaces. The Hand-Off-Auto panel offers straightforward manual control during commissioning, while the software enables remote diagnostics and parameter tuning without extensive PLC code changes. This reduces commissioning time and simplifies ongoing maintenance.
The ACQ580-01 is available with a standard IP21 enclosure and optional IP55 variants for tougher environments. It is UL-listed for safety, aligning with common industrial certification requirements. When selecting a configuration, verify environmental conditions in the plant and choose the enclosure rating that best matches exposure to moisture, dust, and physical impact for reliable long-term operation.