ABB 3AXD50001001674 Motor Drive - IP66 / Type 4X
Part Number: 3AXD50001001674
Quick Summary
ABB 3AXD50001001674 is a LV AC general purpose wall-mounted drive for harsh environments. Operators and maintenance teams face corrosion, dust, and weather exposure that shorten service life and spike downtime. This model delivers protection through 4X / IP66 enclosure with UV resistance and an optional sun shield, making outdoor installations more reliable in cooling towers and other exposed sites. The UL-listed drive supports 20 HP, 59 A at 240 V, offering scalable control for pumps, fans, and conveyors while meeting safety standards. By combining rugged protection with dependable performance, it reduces maintenance costs, extends asset life, and enables energy-efficient motor control in demanding industrial settings.
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Extended Description
3AXD50001001674 ABB: Designed for operation in rain, heat, cold, salt spray, dust and other extreme environments, this drive is fully sealed, providing protection against external elements. Its design offers exceptional corrosion resistance to biocides typical for cooling tower applications. Additionally, the ACH580-01 Type 4X / IP66 is UV-resistant, and the optional sun shield makes it suitable for prolonged exposure to harsh sunlight.
Feature: Fully sealed enclosure designed for rain, heat, salt spray, and dust. Business Impact: Minimizes ingress of contaminants, reduces unplanned downtime, and extends drive life in outdoor installations. Application: Cooling towers, outdoor HVAC, and process sites where exposure is routine. Feature: Corrosion resistance tailored to biocides used in cooling towers. Business Impact: Prolongs equipment reliability in chemically aggressive environments, lowering maintenance frequency. Application: Water treatment and mechanical rooms with aggressive cooling fluids. Feature: 4X protection with IP66 and UV resistance. Business Impact: Enables long-term outdoor operation without enclosure degradation, improving overall system availability. Application: Outdoor pumps and belt-driven fans in harsh climates. Feature: Optional sun shield. Business Impact: Lowers radiant heat load, stabilizes temperature inside the enclosure, and enhances reliability. Application: High-sun exposure sites and outdoor installations. Feature: Electrical performance spec UL-listed with 20 HP, 59 A at 240 V. Business Impact: Eases compliance, integration, and procurement while ensuring scalable motor control.Application: General LV drive tasks across industrial facilities with demanding ambient conditions.
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FAQs
Yes. The 3AXD50001001674 is a wall-mounted LV AC drive designed for harsh outdoor conditions, featuring a fully sealed enclosure and IP66/4X protection. Its 240 V, 59 A, 20 HP rating aligns with common industrial drive specifications, enabling straightforward retrofit with minimal wiring changes. When upgrading, verify conduit entries, grounding, and compliance with local electrical codes to maintain UL-listed status.
IP66 and Type 4X indicate a sealed, corrosion-resistant enclosure capable of withstanding powerful water jets and corrosive environments. For cooling towers, this reduces ingress of dust and salt spray while resisting biocides. The result is longer service life, lower maintenance, and consistent performance in outdoor installations without frequent enclosure remediation.
Key specs include 20 HP, 59 A, and 240 V operation, suitable for standard LV drive systems. The device is UL-listed, which supports electrical safety compliance, and it carries 4X/IP66 sealing with UV resistance for outdoor use. These attributes simplify procurement, ensure safety, and enable reliable operation in harsh environments.
Yes. The optional sun shield complements the UV-resistant Type 4X/IP66 enclosure by reducing radiant heat gain, stabilizing internal temperatures, and improving long-term reliability in sun-drenched sites. For outdoor equipment such as cooling towers and outdoor pumps, this accessory can meaningfully extend component life and reduce thermal stress.
The drive’s rugged sealing, UV resistance, and corrosion tolerance reduce maintenance frequency and unplanned outages. Coupled with a UL-listed 20 HP, 59 A, 240 V rating, it enables efficient motor control, energy efficiency improvements, and easier compliance reporting. Over time, these factors translate to lower lifecycle costs and higher system availability in demanding environments.