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AC drives.
For smooth
motor control
and energy
savings.
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Table of contents
04– 05 Smooth motor control
and energy savings
06 Choosing the right drive
for your application
07 Horsepower comparison for
ABB drives
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08 – 09 ABB drive selection table
10 – 12 ABB micro drives
13– 15 ABB machinery drives
16–17Introducing the most extensive
drives portfolio in the world
18– 19 Services to match your needs
20 A lifetime of peak performance
4PRODUCT GUIDE
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Smooth motor control
and energy savings
What is an AC drive?
An AC drive is an electronic device that is used to
adjust the rotating speed and torque of a
standard, electric AC motor. The electric motor, in
turn, drives a load such as a fan, pump or
conveyor.
AC drives are also referred to as frequency
converters, variable frequency drives (VFD), variable
speed drives (VSD), adjustable frequency drives
(AFD), adjustable speed drives (ASD) or inverters.
ABB - global market and
technology leader in AC drives
ABB (www.abb.com) is a leader in power and
automation technologies that enable utility and
industry customers to improve their performance
while lowering environmental impact. ABB is the
world’s largest drives manufacturer. The ABB
Group of companies operates in around 100
countries and employs more than 140,000 people.
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Electric motors consume about 65% of all electricity used
throughout industry. Yet, less than 10% of those motors are
fitted with a variable speed drive.
PRODUCT GUIDE
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Improve your processes
with AC drives
Increased life time
Reduced starting current decreases the
electrical stress on the motor and network.
Smooth ramp up to full speed also reduces
mechanical wear on the equipment, prolonging
its life time.
Increased productivity
Using a drive increases the productivity of the
applications by reducing the number of
unintended stops caused by excessive heating
of the motor or sudden breakdowns of
mechanical equipment due to high mechanical
stress.
Reduced need for maintenance
Being able to apply a softer starting moment
and vary the speed and torque of an electric
motor means there is less wear and tear on the
motor and the driven machine.
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Further optimize
your processes with AC drives
Substantial energy savings
Rather than having an electric motor running
continuously at full speed, an AC drive allows
the user to slow down or speed up the motor
depending on the demand.
Optimal process control
An electric drive enables the process to achieve
the right speed and torque while maintaining
its accuracy. This contributes to more
consistent quality and throughput of the end
product.
Efficient system upgrade
An AC drive allows the removal of valves, gears
and belts. It also ensures network dimensioning
based on a lower starting current.
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ABB drives common features
• Easy to select
You can be sure to find a right product for your
application from a wide selection of ABB drives.
• Easy to purchase
ABB drives are available from ABB and selected
ABB partners. Please contact ABB for more
details.
• Easy to install
The drives are simple to install, featuring a
variety of mounting options from wall-mounted
to cabinet mounted.
• Easy to operate
Once installed and commissioned, the drives are
incredibly easy to operate. The user interface
allows instant adjustments to speed or other
more advanced parameters.
6PRODUCT GUIDE
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Choosing the right drive
for your application
StepProcessAction
1Identify the application
Identify the type of application and the likely demands of the drive.Continue to step 2.
2Gathe r the load data: system inertia, required acceleration and deceleration rates, minimum
and maximum speeds, overload requi rements, etc.
This information c an often be determined by the performance of the existing motor.Continue to step 3.
3Gather the motor data: rated torque, kW/hp, volts, insulation class, speed, etc.
Whether an existing motor or a new motor is being used, the motor information is critical to
choosing a drive. Continue to step 4.
4Choose a drive
Match the data gathered in Steps 1 to 3 against the table of dr ive features on page 8 -9. Select
a drive that meets the motor requirements and has all the software features needed for the
application.Continue to step 5.
5Is the drive offered in the correct hp rating?
The drive you choose must be able to supply the necessary current to the motor to produce
the torque required. This includes normal and overload conditions. Select current from the
tables on pages 7, depending on drive type selected.
6Is the drive offered in the correct enclosure and environmental ratings?
The drive you choose must be available in an enclosure style that will withstand the
application’s environment. It also must produce the required current at the application’s
altitude and ambient temperature.
7Does this drive have the features needed to meet the application’s demands?
The drive you choose must have a feature set that matches the applic ation. It also must have
sufficient hardware (inputs and outputs, feedback, communications, etc.) to per form the
application.
8Does this drive have the motor control performance to meet the application’s demands?
The drive you choose must be able to produce the needed torque at the necessary speeds. It
must also be able to control speed and torque depending on the application requirements.
9Congratulations!
The ABB AC drive you have chosen has the features and performance needed
for a successful application.
UL typ e 0/IP20
UL typ e 1/IP21
UL Type 12/IP 54/IP55
UL Type 4X/IP66/IP 67
UL typ e 3R
Mounting
arrangements
Programming
HumanMachine
interface
Motor Control
Optimal for cabinet mounting
Optimal for wall mounting
Parameter programming
Sequence programming
Basic c ontrol pane l
Assistant control panel
Bluetooth-enabled panel
Integrated control panel
Ambient temperature
Inpu ts and
outputs
Digital inputs/outputs
Relay outputs
Analog inputs/outputs
Encoder feedback