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Configured to Order Performance Drive Packages for Water Wastewater Applications
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ACQ580 Variable Frequency Drive
Secure the flow
The ACQ580 variable frequency drive (VFD) delivers innovative pump and blower features for the water and wastewater industry. Primary Setting menu and assistants simplifies commissioning, setup and daily control.
Embedded water and wastewater application features create an intuitive environment for users and dedicated pump/blower features enhance the performance of the pumping system.
Speak the language
Leveraging clear, water industry terminology, the control panel enables operators to efficiently interface with the drives in terms they use every day. The optional Bluetooth control panel allows for wireless commissioning and monitoring.
Feel the power
ACQ580 drives are designed for customers who value reliability, high quality, and robustness. With embedded pump functionality, the ACQ580 keeps all water system operating optimally and efficiently.
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ACQ580-0P
Configured to Order Performance Package for Water and Wastewater applications
The ACQ580-0P…+C260, available in 1-700 HP, is a slim-footprint, enclosed package that integrates the ACQ580 variable frequency drive (VFD) into a robust UL Type 1/12 (NEMA) enclosure designed for water and wastewater applications. It delivers a complete, configurable solution tailored for demanding environments.
Key Features:
- Designed for indoor use with minimal side and rear clearance requirements
- Exceeds UL Type 1 and Type 12 standards
- Coated circuit boards
- 5% impedance without line reactor
- Standard 65kA SCCR circuit breaker
- Hand-Off-Auto control panel included
- Control power transformer included
- Integrated fans and filters
- Multiple cable entry/exit options
- Build America, Buy America compliant
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ACQ580-3P
Configured to Order Ultra-Low Harmonic Performance Package for Water and Wastewater Applications
The ACQ580 Ultra-Low Harmonic (ULH) VFD, available in 5-400 HP, beats IEEE 519 harmonic standards with THDi < 3% and unity power factor at drive terminals. The ACQ580-3P…+C260 offers pre-engineered, configurable control options specifically tailored for water and wastewater applications, delivering quick turnaround for municipal projects.
Key Features:
- Narrow-footprint UL Type 1/12 (NEMA) enclosed package for indoor use
- Exceeds UL Type 1 and Type 12 standards with minimal side and rear clearance
- Fits tight electrical rooms and enables easy retrofits
- Conformally coated circuit boards
- Standard 65kA SCCR circuit breaker
- Integrated fans and filters
- Multiple cable entry/exit options
- Hand-Off-Auto control panel and control power transformer included
- Resilient to poor power quality events (voltage sags and imbalance)
- Build America, Buy America compliant
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Built in America. Certified for America.
Your Funding Starts with ABB
ABB is the first VFD manufacturer to earn NEMA's Make It American® product-level certification, setting the industry standard for domestic content and American manufacturing excellence.
Manufactured at our New Berlin, Wisconsin facility, our certified drives meet rigorous federal requirements for critical infrastructure projects, ensuring your municipal and water systems are powered by equipment that supports the American supply chain.
Why it matters:
- First and only VFD manufacturer with NEMA Make It American® certification
- Manufactured in the USA with domestic supply chain resilience
- Meets federal requirements for critical infrastructure funding
- Supports American jobs and local sourcing commitments
When you choose ABB, you're choosing American-made quality backed by federal compliance.
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Interested In Specifying ACQ580 Performance Packages Into Your Next Project?
Get In Touch With Our Team
Whether your project is a new build or a retrofit, our team of experts is available to help you specify the correct drive for your needs. The ACQ580 Performance Packages are BABA compliant and NEMA Make It American certified, ensuring SRF (State Revolving Fund) and Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) compliance for government funding.
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Explore Our Full Range of Drive Solutions Tailored For Water and Wastewater Applications.
Drives That Work As Hard As Your Water Systems
ABB's ACQ580 drives are specifically engineered for the demanding 24/7 requirements of water and wastewater environments. These water-dedicated low-voltage drives combine uninterrupted reliability with optimized energy efficiency to reduce operational costs and achieve up to 25% energy savings.
Key capabilities include:
- Level control and intelligent pump management
- Dry pump protection and pressure/flow monitoring
- Innovative pump cleaning to prevent blockages
- Soft pipe fill function for gentle system startup
- Sensorless flow calculation
- Harmonic management with<3% THDi
From municipal treatment plants to large-scale irrigation systems, ACQ580 drives deliver proven performance with effortless commissioning and the lowest cost of ownership. Advanced protection features extend equipment lifespan while ensuring continuous, reliable operation across all water and wastewater applications.
