ABB ACS880-01-16A8-2 industrial drive, a 4 kW three phase AC variable frequency drive designed for precise motor control and demanding industrial automation applications.
The ABB ACS880-01-16A8-2 is a compact and high-performance AC variable frequency drive (VFD) designed for precise speed and torque control in demanding industrial applications. As part of the advanced ABB ACS880 industrial drive series, it delivers reliable motor control for three-phase motors used in machinery, process control and automation systems.
This wall-mounted industrial drive is built around ABB’s proven Direct Torque Control technology, helping provide accurate motor performance without the need for encoder feedback in many applications. Its flexible architecture, industrial communication options and robust construction make it suitable for a wide variety of demanding environments.
With a rated output power of 4 kW, a nominal output current of 16.8 A and a three-phase 208–240 V AC supply, the ACS880-01-16A8-2 is ideal for pumps, fans, conveyors, compressors, mixers and production machinery requiring dependable low-voltage motor control.
Industrial variable frequency drives such as the ABB ACS880 regulate motor speed by controlling the voltage and frequency supplied to the motor. This helps improve process accuracy, reduce mechanical stress and support energy-efficient operation across machinery and production systems.
The ACS880-01 series is designed for demanding environments where dependable motor control, flexible automation connectivity and long-term reliability are important. Its all-compatible architecture makes it suitable for standalone machinery, OEM equipment and integrated process automation systems.
| Power | 4 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 16.8 A |
| Voltage | 240 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP21 |
| Series | ACS880 Industrial Drives |
| Product ID | 3AUA0000123920 |
| Product type | AC variable frequency drive |
| Rated output power | 4 kW |
| Rated output current | 16.8 A |
| Light-overload output current | 16.0 A |
| Heavy-duty output current | 10.6 A |
| Input voltage | 208–240 V AC |
| Input phases | 3-phase |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Protection rating | IP21 / UL Type 1 |
| Mounting type | Wall mounting |
| Frame size | R2 |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 409 × 155 × 249 mm |
| Weight | approx. 8.4 kg |
| Country of Manufacture | Finland |
| EMC Filter | None |
This drive controls the speed and torque of three-phase AC motors used in industrial machinery, process control and automation applications.
The drive supports motors with a rated output power of approximately 4 kW.
The ACS880-01-16A8-2 operates from a three-phase 208–240 V AC supply.
The drive has an IP21 / UL Type 1 enclosure rating, making it suitable for protected indoor industrial installations.
The drive is typically wall mounted in industrial control panels, machinery areas, production facilities or process automation systems.
ABB ACS880 industrial drives are trusted by engineers, machine builders and automation specialists worldwide for dependable motor control, flexible integration and reliable performance in demanding industrial environments.
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