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The ABB AC Drive portfolio covers the complete spectrum of drives; from micro and machinery drives for machine building, to industrial drives for controlling processing lines, all the way up to industry-specific drives with purpose-designed features and functionality.

No matter the application, ABB Drives boost productivity, improve energy efficiency and cut maintenance costs.

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ABB recently introduced the ACS580 all-compatible general purpose drive to the North American market. The ACS580 drive provides user-friendly, energy-efficient motor and process control, keeping user systems running smoothly while saving time and money over the product lifecycle. It is designed to control pumps, fans, conveyors, mixers and many other variable and basic constant-torque applications. All units for the North American market will be made at the ABB facility in New Berlin, Wisconsin.

The ACS580, which supports a variety of motor types, including high-efficiency permanent magnet motors, is part of ABB’s all-compatible drives portfolio, offering scalability without adding complexity.

The wall-mounted drive is available in power ranges from 1 to 350 HP at 460 volts, in both UL Type 1 and 12 enclosures. The UL Type 12 drive has a reduced footprint providing more mounting flexibility in harsh environments.

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Benefits and features of the ACS580:

· Saves time and money: All essential features are built into the drive, reducing the need to deal with external components, extra cabling and space restrictions, as well as their related costs.

· Smooth system operation in all environments: With conformal coated circuit boards (IEC-3-3 class 3C3), a compact UL Type 12 enclosure option and thorough testing of all protective features at maximum temperatures and nominal loads, it is ideal for harsh environments.

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Optimized cooling configuration Allows drive operation up to 50 °C at full rating and up to 60 °C with derating. Channels most of the cooling air over the heatsink and DC capacitors and less over the control board Minimizes dust and dirt contamination of sensitive electronics, extending the drives lifespan and minimizing maintenance costs. Same height and depth across power range More efficient panel layout and installation Reduced design and installation time. Integrated graphic icon-based control panel Quick setup, easy configuration and commissioning, rapid fault diagnosis Substantial time savings locating faults and  implementing repairs, thereby reducing maintenance costs . Adaptive programming with sequence programming State machine programming with PLC-like functionality included as standard Reduces cost for components and integration in the control system Integrated EMC filter options Standard or high electromagnetic compatibility Low EMC emissions in the local environment extends the life and usability of sensitive components located near the drive. . Built-in brake chopper as standard No need for an external brake chopper Space savings, reduced installation cost Safe Torque Off function (SIL3) as standard Built-in and certified function that is used for prevention of an unexpected startup and other stopping related functions. Reduces the need for external safety components. Helps machine builders to fulfill the requirements of Machinery Directive /42/EC. Preconfigured connectivity for all major machine automation fieldbus protocols At power-up, the installed fieldbus module automatically configures drive parameters allowing drive programming directly from the PLC. Time is saved by not having to configure drive parameters to enable PLC direct control NEMA 1 conversion kit Expand the use of compact drives from cabinet-mounted to wall-mounted with UL Type 1 (finger-safe) level protection. Cost and space savings for compact machines.