ABB 3AXD50001004811 Motors & Drives - IP66 Type 4X UV-Resistant
Part Number: 3AXD50001004811
Quick Summary
ABB 3AXD50001004811 is a LV AC general purpose wall-mounted drive for rugged outdoor applications. Engineers often contend with equipment exposed to rain, dust, and temperature swings; this drive is fully sealed to minimize downtime. Equipped with IP66/Type 4X protection and UV resistance, and UL-listed for demanding industrial settings, it is designed to withstand harsh environments. For OEMs and maintenance teams, this lowers spare parts needs, simplifies installation, and extends service intervals—vital for cooling towers, water treatment, and other outdoor process equipment. This combination of protection, reliability, and integrated control capabilities translates to measurable uptime and operating cost reductions in demanding applications.
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Extended Description
3AXD50001004811 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 IP66/Type 4X enclosure and UV resistance → Business Impact: Significantly reduces ingress of water, dust, and UV-induced degradation, boosting reliability and reducing field service calls. Application: Outdoor fan, pump, and conveyor drives in harsh environments like cooling towers and coastal facilities.\n\nFeature: Corrosion-resistant construction tuned for biocide-rich cooling tower environments → Business Impact: Extends drive life, lowers replacement costs, and improves total cost of ownership. Application: Water treatment lines and outdoor process equipment where biocides are routine.\n\nFeature: UL-listed safety and built-in protection against harsh weather → Business Impact: Enhanced operator safety and regulatory compliance while simplifying maintenance audits. Application: OEM assemblies and outdoor installations with strict safety requirements.\n\nFeature: UV-resistant housing with optional sun shield → Business Impact: Maintains performance under prolonged sun exposure, reducing thermal stress and downtime. Application: Outdoor installations in high-irradiance locations such as rooftops and sunny plant yards.\n\nFeature: 25 Hp, 27 A LV AC drive → Business Impact: Easy motor matching and seamless integration with standard plant equipment, lowering commissioning time. Application: Pumps, fans, and conveyors in hydronic and industrial processes.\n
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ABB 3AXD50001004811 is designed as a general purpose LV AC wall-mounted drive with IP66/Type 4X protection and UV resistance, UL-listed for industrial use. It suits outdoor fans, pumps, and conveyors in hostile environments such as cooling towers, water treatment facilities, and outdoor feeders. Ensure mounting aligns with enclosure ratings and provide weather-aware wiring practices.
IP66 and Type 4X protection seal the drive against heavy rain, dust, and corrosive exposure common in cooling tower environments. This reduces contamination risk, extends service intervals, and minimizes unscheduled downtime. The result is higher equipment availability and lower maintenance costs for outdoor cooling systems and related plant equipment.
Yes, the drive is UL-listed for stringent industrial use, which supports compliance in many regional and industry-specific standards. The integrated protection features, including IP66/Type 4X enclosure and UV resistance, further reinforce safe operation in regulated environments and simplify OEM and contractor QA processes during installation.
Yes, the ACH580-based design supports an optional sun shield to mitigate direct solar heating. This accessory helps maintain thermal performance, reduces enclosure temperature rise, and extends component life in outdoor installations exposed to prolonged sunlight, such as rooftop or exterior plant areas.
The drive reduces maintenance frequency due to its sealed IP66/Type 4X enclosure, UV resistance, and corrosion tolerance. With fewer field service visits, longer mean time between failures, and easier installation, you can expect lower operating costs and improved process uptime in water treatment and other outdoor systems—driving a favorable return on investment.