ABB 3AXD50001028985 LVAC drive - 400 V, 30 kW
Part Number: 3AXD50001028985
Quick Summary
ABB 3AXD50001028985 LVAC drive is a compact, wall-mounted variable speed controller for solar pump systems. Engineers often struggle to balance energy efficiency with reliable start-up and minimal maintenance in remote pumping installations. In this class of equipment, CE compliance, robust enclosure protection, and SIL safety considerations are key for safe operation and regulatory alignment. This ABB drive integrates seamlessly with solar pumping architectures, delivering measurable business value through lower energy costs, faster commissioning, and easier ongoing operation for industrial automation and water-management projects.
Product Information
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The compact, wall-mounted LVAC design saves valuable cabinet space and simplifies installation in tight pump rooms, enabling quicker projects and easier retrofits for solar pumping systems. Application: Ideal for rooftop or field-based solar irrigation and water-transfer setups. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Pn 30 kW, 62 A, 400 V three-phase capability provides robust support for mid-size solar pumps, reducing the need for over-sizing and enabling precise motor control. Application: Municipal water supply, agricultural irrigation, and borehole pumping where reliable motor control at 400 V is required. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Soft-start and ramping control minimizes water hammer, reduces mechanical stress, and lowers peak electrical demand. Application: Clean, efficient pumping in variable-flow solar systems with delicate piping networks. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Built-in diagnostics and remote monitoring capabilities (typical for ABB drive families) shorten maintenance cycles and improve uptime. Application: Remote solar farms and remote irrigation installations where service windows are limited. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Seamless compatibility with ABB automation ecosystems improves spare-parts availability and simplifies commissioning. Application: New installations or upgrades within existing ABB-driven control architectures in industrial facilities.
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FAQs
Begin with a secure wall-mount installation in a clean, ventilated cabinet. Connect the three-phase 400 V supply to the drive’s input, then wire the motor leads to the output terminals. Configure the drive parameters for a 30 kW load, set appropriate motor protection, and align it with the existing solar pump control logic. Use ABB-compatible cabling and follow local electrical codes for safe commissioning and startup.
Key specs include model 3AXD50001028985, LVAC drive, Pn 30 kW, 62 A, 400 V, three-phase operation, and a wall-mounted form factor suitable for solar pump applications. The designation ACQ80-01-030KW-4 in the product brief references the functional family and nominal rating, aiding correct field configuration and maintenance planning.
The wall-mounted design supports compact integration in pump stations, which is beneficial for remote sites. While exact enclosure ratings aren’t specified here, standard practice is to follow ABB recommendations for protective enclosures and environmental controls, ensuring proper ventilation, dust protection, and climate control to maintain reliability in harsh or remote locations.
The drive enables precise motor speed control, reducing energy consumption in fluctuating solar conditions and wastewater or irrigation loads. By soft-starting and modulating speed to match pumping demand, operators typically see lower energy costs, reduced wear on mechanical components, and longer pump life, contributing to a favorable return on investment over the system’s life cycle.
Important considerations include CE marking for electrical safety and compliance with applicable electrical and telecommunications standards. While SIL-rated safety features and IP-rated enclosures are common in industrial drives, confirm the exact certifications with the datasheet or ABB representative to ensure regulatory compliance for your installation and industry sector.