ABB 3AXD50001002343 LV AC general purpose drive - IP66 4X
Part Number: 3AXD50001002343
Quick Summary
ABB 3AXD50001002343 LV AC general purpose drive is a rugged motor controller designed for harsh locations and washdown environments. Operators often struggle with downtime, corrosion, and maintenance when drives must operate in snow, rain, and dusty production lines. With a Type 4X enclosure and IP66 rating, it withstands rain, dust and washdowns, while NSF 169 certification supports safe operation in food splash zones. UL-listed components and straightforward setup menus enable fast commissioning, minimal service calls, and predictable performance across food & beverage, agriculture, and coastal facilities. In short, this drive delivers reliability, easier installation, and long-term cost savings for industrial automation projects where harsh conditions are a constant.
Product Information
Extended Description
3AXD50001002343 ABB: Designed for harsh locations, the ACS580-01 Type 4X / IP66 drive can withstand unfriendly environments with ease. The drive is resistant to various weather conditions from the snows of winter to the heat of summer. Indoors, it is resistant to water spray, dirt and chemicals and is NSF 169 certified for food splash zones. This drive is ideal for food and beverage, agriculture, livestock applications and for coastal areas. Versatile and straightforward settings menu and assistants enable fast setup, commissioning, use and maintenance, while rugged and robust design makes it a good fit for various environments. With the ACS580 drives you can easily take full control of your processes to comprehensively manage your plant.
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Rugged enclosure protects against water spray, dirt, and chemicals in Type 4X/IP66 environments, reducing unplanned downtime and maintenance costs for outdoor machinery and washdown zones in food processing, agriculture, and coastal facilities. Application: General purpose motor control in plants with continuous exposure to harsh elements. Feature → Business Impact → Application: NSF 169 food splash zone certification supports sanitary compliance and easier sanitation scheduling, enabling manufacturers to meet hygiene standards without compromising production. Application: Food and beverage lines and dairy processing where washdowns are routine. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Versatile, intuitive setup menus and assistants shorten commissioning time, lowering labor costs and speeding time-to-line for new installations or retrofits. Application: New line starts and equipment upgrades. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 240 V operation at 5 A with 16.7 HP capability delivers reliable torque for a wide range of loads, reducing hardware substitutions and enabling standardization across multiple assets. Application: Packaging and conveying systems in mid-tier facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Type 4X/IP66 ruggedness plus UL-listed components improves compliance and reliability in coastal areas and outdoor installations, supporting longer mean time between repairs (MTBF). Application: Outdoor pumps, fans, and conveyors near coastlines or in dusty environments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Easy integration with existing ABB ACS580 family control menus and standard motor control strategies, enabling faster upgrades and unified maintenance procedures. Application: Retrofit projects and multi-vendor automation networks.
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FAQs
When deploying the ABB 3AXD50001002343 in harsh environments, select the Type 4X enclosure with IP66 protection to resist water spray, dust and chemicals. Position the drive for proper ventilation and access to wiring terminals, and use the included setup assistants to ensure correct motor control parameters. Verify sealing fasteners and ensure compliant conduit routing.
This drive supports up to 16.7 HP (UL listed) at 240 V with a 5 A input, delivering reliable torque and smooth speed control. It includes standard soft-start/stop features, scalable acceleration and deceleration profiles, and compatibility with common ABB control schemes. These specs enable efficient process control across conveyors, pumps, and fans.
Yes. The drive is NSF 169 certified for food splash zones, and the IP66/Type 4X enclosure provides washdown resistance. This combination supports sanitary operation in processing lines, handling equipment in wash-down areas, and maintaining hygiene while delivering dependable motor control in production environments.
The drive features NSF 169 certification for food splash zones, a Type 4X enclosure with IP66 protection, and UL-listed components for safety. These credentials support regulatory compliance in critical industries such as food and beverage, agriculture, and coastal installations, while aligning with common CE/industrial standards for reliability and performance.
Investing in this rugged ABB drive can reduce downtime due to its durable enclosure and washdown capability, lowering maintenance frequency in harsh environments. Faster commissioning and easier maintenance via intuitive menus shorten project timelines and training costs, while onboard protection and sanitary certifications help minimize unplanned service calls and extend asset life.