Frequency converters for machinery manufacturers
Flexibility and adaptability for motor control
Design your machines to perform to your customer’s exact expectations. Maximum reliability and flexibility in motor control design is essential, as is global support coverage for all machines.
ABB can help you in different phases of the design and operation of your machines, from planning, assembly and commissioning, and during operation and maintenance. Where could we help you?
Planning and selection phase to develop the best motor control solution
At this stage you can count on ABB to develop the best motor control solution. The experience of our technical and sales staff and the wide range of technical options offer you the basis for creating reliable, robust and particularly scalable machines.
Assembly and commissioning phase to master the security design without wasting time
Introducing our scalable programming offering for machine fine-tuning, from adaptive programming to IEC 61131-3 programming (using the Automation Builder)
Master security design without wasting time
- Safety design with the Safety design tool
PROFIsafe on PROFINET connectivity between the drive (ACS880-M04) and the safety PLC
Safety functions integrated in converters for machinery
Etc.
The most crucial test – Starting the machine - Drive Composer – the common PC tool for commissioning and configuring the frequency converter and booting the machine
Operational and maintenance phase to ensure that the machines are more reliable, more efficient and more productive.
Maintenance of the machinery could not be easier. If services have always been reactive actions by experts, with digitization, data analysis and ABB know-how, it enables machinery manufacturers and system integrators to ensure that machines are more reliable, more efficient and more productive .
In addition, ABB’s global reach, with a presence in more than 100 countries, and nearly 50 years of experience in frequency converters, adds essential credibility for your peace of mind.
The widest product range on the market
You can choose from the most compact, adaptable and flexible equipment for your needs. The modularity of the equipment allows you to acquire exactly what your customer needs.
Now we present the new product ranges that will help you improve your machines, thanks to the ease of use, adaptive programs, flexibility and adaptability.
ACS380 frequency converters for machinery
Building a fully predictable machine is as easy as using it
The ACS380 preconfigured frequency converter for machinery is modular. It guarantees a perfect integration with the machines and connects perfectly with the automation system. Usability of converters is enhanced with built-in icon-based user interface and other optional control panels. Adaptive programming offers an easy alternative for simple programming needs.
The converter is suitable for industries such as food and beverage, material handling and the textile industry. Typical constant torque applications include mixers, conveyors, cranes and other constant torque applications.
Featured
- from 0.25 to 22 kW, from 200 to 480 V
- Uniformity in height and depth throughout the IP20 range that simplifies cabling in cabinet installations
- Pre-configured converter variants to quickly connect the converter to the automation system for customers
- Adaptive programming to adjust the functionality of the application
- Built-in icon-based interface for easy setup
- Built-in safety with Safe Torque Off (STO) as standard
ACS880-17, single regenerative converters installed in cabinet
Capture and use braking energy
Our Total Compatibility regenerative converters are all you need for regenerative operation. The compact ACS880-17 captures and uses energy, resulting in cost savings for the user. Thanks to the regenerative function, the braking energy of the motor returns to the converter and is fed back into the supply network. In this way, losses of braking energy in the form of heat are avoided. Compared to other braking methods, such as mechanical and resistance braking, the ACS880-17 offers more energy savings.
Main advantages
- Power range from 250 to 3200 kW
- Built on ABB’s common converter architecture
- Degrees of protection IP22, IP45 and IP54
- Direct Torque Control (DTC) as standard
- Integrated LCL network filter
- Fuses and main switch
The wiring solution includes top and bottom input and output - Integrated safety, with Safe Torque Off (STO) function as standard
- Compatible with a wide range of fieldbus protocols, I/O options and encoder options
- Flexible I/O and encoder options
Solving the problem with harmonics
ABB frequency converters of ultra-low harmonics
- They keep the electricity grid clean;
- They reduce the risk of disturbances;
- Avoid damaging other equipment;
- Avoid interference with communications equipment;
- They reduce the installation surface;
- They reduce the total cost of exploitation
Harmonics generate interruptions, interference and inactivity
Harmonics pollute the electrical grid and cause connected equipment to operate irregularly.
Harmonics can cause damage to sensitive electronic devices, interference in communications equipment, and false readings in measuring devices. Harmonics can trip circuit breakers, blow fuses and cause capacitors to fail. Other effects are the overheating of transformers, cables, motors, generators and capacitors. Equipment must be designed with tolerance to network harmonics and oversizing results in higher investment costs and underutilized capacity.
The problems generated by harmonics result in greater losses due to wasted energy due to overheating and reduced equipment life, subject to unreliable operation. In the worst case, harmonics cause processes to suffer unnecessary and undesirable interruptions.
ABB solution with ultra-low harmonic frequency converters
Prevention is better than cure: ABB ultra-low harmonic frequency converters
Instead of trying to deal with harmonics with often ineffective measures (such as incorporating cooling or oversized equipment), why not use equipment that does not generate harmonics in the first place?
Low content in harmonics
Our ultra-low harmonic frequency converter generates exceptionally low harmonic content and more than meets the requirements set out in the ultra-low harmonic standards. Compared to a traditional converter, the harmonic content is reduced by up to 97%. Harmonic distortion in intensity is typically 3%. With a passive filter, typical total harmonic distortion ranges from 5% to 10%.
Simple and cost-effective installation*
The ultra-low harmonic compact frequency converter has built-in harmonic mitigation. This includes an active power supply unit and an ultra-low harmonic line filter. With our “All-Inclusive” design there is no need for external filters, multi-pole setups or special transformers. Simple installation offers significant savings in space, time and money.
Because the risk of overheating is reduced by reducing harmonic currents, there is no need to oversize equipment, such as transformers and cables.
Output voltage stabilization – safe operation and optimized sizing
The active power supply unit in the inverter can step up the output voltage to ensure full motor voltage even when the supply voltage is lower than the rated voltage. This ensures reliable operation on weak networks.
The voltage boost capability can be used to overcome a voltage drop caused by long power or motor cables. Therefore, there is no need to oversize the motor or supply transformer due to long cables.
The possibility to stabilize the output voltage of a variator of ultra-low harmonics is an advantage compared to passive filter solutions. At nominal loads with a passive filter, there is typically a 5% voltage drop. On the other hand, at partial loads, the voltage across the passive filter can rise up to 10%, creating the possibility of an overvoltage fault.
Efficient use of energy
Ultra-low harmonic converters achieve unity power factor. This high power factor indicates that the electrical energy is used to its full potential.
The inverter offers the possibility to correct the power factor of the network to compensate for the low power factors of the equipment connected to the same network. It reduces the need for additional power factor correction equipment such as filters and large capacitor banks. It can also help avoid penalty charges imposed by electric utilities for poor power factors.
As harmonic currents are reduced, equipment wastes less energy and energy efficiency improves considerably.
For all industries and applications
Our cabinet-mount ACS880-37 ultra-low harmonic frequency converters are customized to meet the precise needs of most industries, such as oil and gas, power generation, pulp and paper, marine, food and beverages, metals and mining.
The ACH580-31 ultra-low harmonic frequency converter is specifically designed for HVAC applications. Includes specific HVAC functionality.
ACS880-31, single wall-mount ultra-low harmonic converters
Manage and control harmonics.
- Clean supply network
- Minimized downtime
- Optimized cost and space
- Maximum engine performance and efficiency
Our ultra-low harmonic drives produce exceptionally low harmonic content and exceed the requirements set by the low harmonic recommendations. The ACS880-31 compact frequency converter has built-in harmonic mitigation. This includes an active power supply unit and an integrated low harmonic line filter. Therefore, there is no need for external filters, multipole arrangements or special transformers. By managing and controlling harmonics, the ACS880-31 achieves unity power factor.
The active power supply unit of the converter can increase the output voltage to guarantee the full voltage of the motor even when the supply voltage is lower than the nominal one. The drive also offers the ability to correct the power factor of the network to compensate for the low power factors of equipment connected to the same network.
Reflexes
- Power range 2.2-110 kW / 380-500 V
- Enclosure classes IP20, IP21 and IP55 – possibility of mounting with flange as an option
- Total harmonic current distortion typically <3% in nominal situation and undistorted mains
- A compact drive package – no additional hardware required
- Simple and cost-effective installation
- Factory tested solution for high reliability
- Based on ABB’s common converter architecture
- Direct Torque Control (DTC) as standard
- Built-in security including STO as standard
- It supports a wide range of fieldbus protocols, I/O and encoder options
- Flexible I/O and encoder options
ACS880-37, single cabinet mounted low harmonic converters
Manage and control bass harmonics
Our Total Compatibility low-harmonic converters generate fewer harmonics compared to converters that offer standard diode-powered solutions. The compact ACS880-37 produces exceptionally low harmonic content at the converter input, without the need for external filters or multipole transformers. Thanks to harmonic management and control, the ACS880-37 achieves unity power factor. The converter’s active power supply unit can boost the output voltage, which ensures a full motor voltage even when the supply voltage is below the rated value.
Main advantages
- Power range from 250 to 3200 kW
- Built on ABB’s common converter architecture
- Degrees of protection IP22, IP45 and IP54
- Direct Torque Control (DTC) as standard
- Integrated LCL network filter
- Fuses and main switch
- The wiring solution includes top and bottom input and output
- Integrated safety, with Safe Torque Off (STO) function as standard
- Compatible with a wide range of fieldbus protocols, I/O options and encoder options
- Flexible I/O and encoder options
ACS880-34 – Single Low Harmonic Converter Module Set
Manage and control bass harmonics with single converter module sets
Our set of modules with Low Harmonics and Full Compatibility converters generate less harmonics compared to converters that offer standard solutions with diode power. The set consists of multiple R8i converter modules and an optimized LCL network filter to facilitate the assembly of the cabinet to system integrators and panelists. The ACS880-34 produces exceptionally low harmonic content at the converter input, without the need for external filters or multipole transformers. Thanks to harmonic management and control, the ACS880-34 achieves unity power factor. The converter’s active power supply unit can boost the output voltage, which ensures a full motor voltage even when the supply voltage is below the rated value.
Main advantages
- Power range of 250-2200 kW / 400-690 V.
- Built on ABB’s common converter architecture.
- Direct Torque Control (DTC) as standard.
- Fuses and main switch.
- Integrated safety, with Safe Torque Off (STO) function as standard.
- Compatible with a wide range of fieldbus protocols, I/O options and encoder options.
- Flexible I/O and encoder options.
- Complete design for Rittal TS8 cabinet available.
- Wide selection of mechanical and electrical accessory kits.
New frequency converter ACH580 for HVAC
Extensive comfort control with variable frequency drives ensure reliable and effortless operation of HVAC applications
Comfort: it’s something we take for granted in the buildings where we live and work. But comfort requires effective systems that control heating and ventilation, as well as air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) to ensure that the air we breathe is clean and the temperature is pleasant.
We must also ensure air quality in the most energy-efficient and cost-effective way (as well as safety) in normal and critical situations. For half a century, ABB has been a leader in optimizing HVAC systems through converter control to ensure you can take comfort for granted. The new ACH580 range of variable frequency drives provides the quality, reliability and energy savings you expect, with easy and safe use and maintenance.
You just have to limit yourself to configuring the converter and focus on what is really important.
Main benefits
- Easy to select, install, start up and use
- Specific HVAC features integrated as standard
- Intuitive control panel with optional Bluetooth capability for better accessibility
- Multiple languages and communications included
- Reliable connectivity with the main automation and control systems
- Control a wide range of motors for any HVAC application
- Based on ABB’s Total Compatibility platform
- Optimized energy efficiency
- Wide availability and support
New ACQ580 – Converters for clean water and waste water
They ensure an efficient flow in the clean water and waste water pumping solution
The new Total Compatibility ACQ580 frequency converters for clean water and wastewater simplify your processes and motor control while ensuring effortless energy efficiency.
A specific solution for water applications
These robust and compact converters have built-in pump functionality such as sensorless flow calculation, multi-pump control, level control, smooth pipe filling, idle protection and has fast ramps and a solution for keep the pump impeller clean.
Lús is enhanced with an intuitive Hand-Off-Auto control panel and PC Drive composer tool. The built-in energy calculator visualizes the energy savings achieved by using the converter. The converter controls virtually any type of motor including an IE4 synchronous reluctance motor. Connectivity is allowed with a wide range of fieldbus protocols.
0.75-500 kW, 380-480 V
Degrees of protection IP00, IP20, IP21, IP42, IP54 and IP55 that allow installation on a wall or in a cabinet
Energy saving calculator and specific functions for optimal pump operation.
It controls a wide range of motors from induction and permanent magnet motors to IE4 reluctance synchronous motors.
Connects to a wide range of clean water and wastewater control systems.
Our local partners offer a wide range of services and support.
3-year warranty on the entire range
ABB’s ACQ580 frequency converters come with a 36-month warranty as standard and a 60-month warranty as an option. In addition, 6 months of extra warranty can be obtained by registering the converter on DriveBase
