New cable mounting accessories simplify ABB inverter drive installation

ABB Low Voltage Drives have introduced a new range of cabling accessories for their low voltage variable speed drives to make mounting and installation of the drives more convenient and cost-effective.

 Wall mounting up to 250 kW

It means wall mounted drives are now available up to 250 kW, giving access to a wide range of powers in a compact drive. There is no need to move up to a cabinet mounting to use these higher powers, making the installation more cost-effective and occupying less space in the control room.

The separately mountable cable box comes complete with its own fixings, allowing it to be mounted before installing the drive. This allows the cables to be glanded and made off without the drive obstructing the operation. They are available for both IP21 and IP55 drive configurations.

Simplifies maintenance

The cable box can also be left in place when the drive is removed for repair or service, keeping the cables held neatly in the wall. This prevents damage to the cables, avoids a possible trip hazard and allows the drive to be replaced more quickly. Simple gland plates make it a straightforward task to attach UK steel wire armoured cable glands to the drive.

Larger power modules with ratings up to 560 kW can now be cabinet mounted. New cable management panels make cabinet installation even easier and more cost-effective than with previous ABB drives as there is no need to design and manufacture shrouds. Wheels on the cabinets also mean the units can be moved quickly and safely. The higher rated modules can also be turned through 90 degrees to facilitate installation in difficult to use spaces.

All these features are available on the new ABB general purpose drive, ACS580, which also retains all the labour saving installation features of previous ABB drive products. Commonality of mounting means that the ACS580 can be used as a direct replacement for ABB’s earlier drives.

See ABB press release here

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