ABB ACQ 580

A dedicated water and wastewater drive featuring built-in pump protection and energy-saving flow calculation tools.

Product Overview

The ABB ACQ580 VFD is an energy-efficient drive designed specifically for water and wastewater applications. It ensures reliable pump operation across the entire lifecycle with built-in pump functionalities, easy commissioning, and reduced energy consumption. It is widely used in pumping stations, water treatment plants, desalination plants, and irrigation systems.

Key Features

  • Designed for water & wastewater applications
  • Built-in pump control functions (Intelligent Pump Control – up to 8 pumps)
  • Dry run protection and cavitation control
  • Soft pipe filling to prevent water hammer
  • Sensorless flow and head calculation (no external sensors required)
  • Energy optimizer for reduced power consumption
  • Built-in EMC filter, choke, and Modbus RTU
  • Integrated Safe Torque Off (STO – SIL 3, PL e)
  • Adaptive programming (mini PLC functionality)
  • Robust design with protection up to IP55
  • Diagnostic assistant for troubleshooting
  • Supports wide range of motors (IM, PM, SynRM)

Technical Specifications

ParameterDetails
Voltage / Power1-phase: 200–240 V (selected models)
3-phase: 200–480 V
0.75 to 500 kW
ApplicationsWater treatment plants
Wastewater treatment systems
Pumping stations
Irrigation systems
Desalination plants
Industrial water systems
Protection ClassesIP21 (standard)
IP55 (optional)
Motor ControlScalar control
vector control
I/O ConfigurationDigital Inputs: 6 DI
Analog Inputs: 2 AI
Analog Outputs: 2 AO
Relay Outputs: 3 RO
Auxiliary supply: 24V DC
Built-in STO
FieldbusBuilt-in: Modbus RTU (EIA-485)
Optional: PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, CANopen, PROFIBUS-DP, Modbus TCP
Cable LengthTypically up to 300 meters (depends on frame size and installation)
Overload (HD)150% overload capacity for 1 minute every 10 minutes (Heavy Duty)

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