ABB ACS480 all-compatible VSD

ABB’s ACS480 is a compact, all-compatible variable speed drive that has been specifically designed to optimise pump, fan and compressor operations as well as take advantage of energy efficiency. The series shares the same user interface, tools and options from previous ABB drives to ensure seamless scalability between them.

All essential functions have been built-in to optimise common variable-torque applications via numerous integrated and preprogrammed features such as PID (proportional integral derivative), pump and fan macros, and timers. Its inbuilt EMC C2 filter secures compliance with the latest European and international standards, allowing the drive to be used in industrial and commercial (building) environments.

Designed with the latest technology, the Bluetooth connectivity ensures easy configuration of the drive and monitoring of parameters with mobile devices for people on the go. To protect both people and machinery, the drive comes with key safety functions such as TÜV-certified safe torque off (STO).

The product provides direct access to critical energy efficiency information with its built-in energy optimiser. Users have full control to reduce the amount of energy used in their processes to save on energy bills. Full support for ABB’s highest efficient synchronous reluctance (SynRM) motors provides even greater efficiency and savings than traditional motors, according to the company.

The device helps users gain exact functionality to effortlessly and intuitively control many standard applications for energy-efficient control of light industries, including food and beverage, logistics and warehousing, and water and wastewater.