ABB 68279810 ACS800-04M-0550-7 Drive - 500 kW, 488 A
Part Number: 68279810
Quick Summary
ABB ACS800-04M-0550-7 drive delivers precise motor control for pumps, fans, and conveyors in demanding industrial environments. Engineers often grapple with startup transients, energy waste, and retrofit compatibility when upgrading older drive solutions, which can lead to downtime and higher installation costs. The device is designed to meet CE marking and common safety expectations, with SIL safety considerations and robust enclosure concepts that support challenging environments. This ABB drive integrates seamlessly with the broader automation ecosystem to deliver reliable performance, while offering strong energy efficiency and ease of maintenance as core business benefits. For modernization projects, this model supports high-power applications and scalable control strategies, making it a strong fit for industrial motor control workloads.
Product Information
Feature: High power capability up to 500 kW with 488 A continuous current. Business Impact: Enables direct control of large motors without oversized drives, reducing capital expenditure and simplifying electrical infrastructure. Application: suitable for heavy-duty conveyors, large pumps, and industrial fans. Feature: Advanced motor control algorithms for smooth starting, torque control, and accurate speed regulation. Business Impact: minimizes mechanical stress, lowers energy consumption, and improves process stability. Application: precise process lines, material handling, and continuous manufacturing. Feature: Installation and compatibility with standard ABB motor control ecosystems. Business Impact: quicker commissioning, easier retrofits, and reduced training needs for maintenance staff. Application: retrofits in legacy plants and new builds using ABB controls. Feature: Built-in protections and diagnostics with remote monitoring options. Business Impact: reduces unscheduled downtime, enhances safety, and supports predictive maintenance. Application: harsh environments in mining, water treatment, and chemical processing. Feature: Energy efficiency and lifecycle cost benefits through optimized drive profiles. Business Impact: lowers operating costs over the motor’s life and improves sustainability metrics. Application: continuous operation sites such as HVAC, process lines, and packaging lines.
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FAQs
For retrofits, start with confirming a three-phase supply compatible with the drive, then wire the motor to the drive terminals following the ABB commissioning manual. Configure basic parameters such as motor nameplate data, current limit (488 A), and nominal power (500 kW). Use ABB's guided setup to align control mode and protection settings, and verify network connectivity for remote monitoring.
The unit supports Pcont.max up to 500 kW with Icont.max of 488 A, enabling direct control of large three-phase motors. It is designed for precise speed control, smooth start/stop, and torque regulation, making it suitable for pumps, fans, and conveyors in demanding environments.
Best-suited applications include large pumps, conveyors, and industrial fans in manufacturing, water treatment, and mining. The drive’s high power capability and robust control algorithms make it effective for processes requiring reliable torque, steady speed, and efficient energy use.
The ACS800 family typically supports CE compliance and safety-focused configurations. For demanding processes, verify SIL safety considerations and IP-rated enclosure options as part of your project specifications to ensure regulatory alignment and environmental protection.
ROI is driven by energy savings from optimized torque profiles, reduced downtime due to enhanced protections and diagnostics, and simplified maintenance with integrated monitoring. The 500 kW rating enables direct replacement of larger, older drives, often reducing equipment complexity and installation costs.