ABB LV AC drive 3AXD50001004729 - IP66 Type 4X
Part Number: 3AXD50001004729
Quick Summary
ABB LV AC drive 3AXD50001004729 is a general-purpose wall-mounted drive for industrial pumps and fans. In harsh environments, reliability and easy maintenance are key challenges, and this unit addresses both with a fully sealed, rugged enclosure. Certifications include IP66, Type 4X enclosure protection, and UV resistance, with UL-listed performance for up to 1 HP motors. The combination of robust sealing and a compact footprint reduces panel space and exposure to the elements. This drives seamless integration into existing automation architectures while delivering long service life and lower operating costs, supporting efficiency gains and safer, more predictable plant operation.
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Extended Description
3AXD50001004729 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: Sealed IP66/4X enclosure provides full protection against rain, dust and salt spray, enabling outdoor installation on cooling towers. Business Impact: Extended service life and reduced corrosion-related downtime, lowering maintenance costs in harsh environments. Application: Outdoor cooling towers, chemical processing facilities, and outdoor pump/fan assemblies. Feature: UV-resistant housing with optional sun shield; Impact: Sustained performance and color/finish integrity in direct sunlight, minimizing replacement cycles. Application: Outdoor control panels exposed to sun. Feature: 1 HP UL-rated drive with 2.1 A current; Impact: Direct compatibility with common LV motors and straightforward electrical integration, reducing wiring errors. Application: General purpose motor drives in plant rooms and exterior installations. Feature: Corrosion-resistant design tailored to biocide-rich cooling tower environments; Impact: Longer equipment life and lower total cost of ownership. Application: Water treatment and chemical industries. Feature: Easy installation and panel integration; Impact: Faster commissioning and reduced downtime during retrofits. Application: Retrofit projects and new installations. Industry context: The solution supports energy-efficient speed control for pumps and fans, enabling better process control and regulatory compliance while simplifying maintenance planning.
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FAQs
This drive is built for harsh environments with IP66/4X enclosure protection and UV-resistant housing, allowing outdoor mounting in rain, heat, and dust. Ensure proper panel mounting, adequate clearance for cooling, and correct wiring to the 1 HP, 2.1 A motor. The optional sun shield can further protect outdoor installations, while UL listing supports safe integration in compliant control systems.
Key specs include a 1 HP rated output and a 2.1 A current rating, suitable for LV AC general purpose motors. The device is designed as a wall-mounted drive with a rugged enclosure suitable for challenging environments, providing reliable speed control for pumps and fans while enabling straightforward electrical connection within standard panel spaces.
Yes. The drive’s sealed IP66/4X enclosure, UV resistance, and corrosion-tolerant design support outdoor cooling towers, pumps, and associated fan systems. It is well-suited for environments with rain, salt spray, and dust, delivering dependable operation, reduced maintenance needs, and extended equipment life in water treatment and industrial processing applications.
The unit features IP66 enclosure protection and a Type 4X rating, with UV resistance for outdoor use. It is UL-listed for safe operation with general-purpose 1 HP motors, and the design supports compliant integration into rugged industrial control systems, helping meet reliability and safety standards for harsh-site automation.
Customers can expect reduced downtime due to robust sealing against moisture and dust, extended equipment life from corrosion resistance, and lower maintenance costs thanks to fewer protective replacements. The wall-mounted form factor also simplifies retrofit projects, accelerates commissioning, and improves overall total cost of ownership in outdoor or harsh-industrial installations.