ABB ACS880-11-038A-3 regenerative industrial wall-mounted single drive, an 18.5 kW, 38 A, 400 V three phase AC variable frequency drive designed for demanding motor control and energy recovery applications.
The ABB ACS880-11-038A-3 (Product ID 3AXD50000047495) is a high-performance AC variable frequency drive (VFD) designed for demanding industrial applications requiring precise motor control and regenerative energy handling. As part of the advanced ABB ACS880 industrial drive series, it delivers reliable speed and torque control for machinery, process systems and heavy-duty motor-driven equipment.
This wall-mounted regenerative single drive is engineered to return braking energy back to the supply network, helping improve overall energy efficiency in applications with frequent deceleration or overhauling loads. ABB’s Direct Torque Control technology provides fast and accurate motor response for stable process performance in demanding environments.
With a rated output power of 18.5 kW, a rated output current of 38 A and a 400 V three-phase supply, the ACS880-11-038A-3 is suitable for conveyors, cranes, hoists, centrifuges, test benches, winches and process machinery where regenerative braking and robust industrial motor control are required.
Variable frequency drives such as the ABB ACS880-11 regulate motor speed by controlling output voltage and frequency. In regenerative applications, braking energy can be fed back into the electrical network instead of being dissipated as heat, improving system efficiency and reducing the need for external braking resistors.
The ACS880 series is designed for applications where reliability, flexibility and high-performance motor control are essential. Its regenerative capability makes it particularly suitable for machines with repeated acceleration and deceleration cycles, lowering energy waste while maintaining precise control.
| Power | 18.5 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 38 A |
| Voltage | 415 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP21 |
| Series | ACS880 Industrial Drives |
| Product ID | 3AXD50000047495 |
| EAN | 6438177547808 |
| Product type | LV AC industrial wall-mounted regenerative single drive |
| Rated output power | 18.5 kW |
| Rated output current | 38 A |
| Input voltage | 400 V AC |
| Input phases | 3-phase |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Protection rating | IP21 |
| Enclosure type | NEMA Type 1 |
| Mounting type | Wall-mounted |
| Drive format | Regenerative single drive |
| Weight | approx. 61 kg |
| Country of Manufacture | Finland |
| EMC Filter | None |
This drive controls the speed and torque of three-phase AC motors in demanding industrial applications, especially where regenerative braking and energy recovery are required.
The ACS880-11-038A-3 supports motors with a rated output power of approximately 18.5 kW.
The drive has a rated output current of 38 A.
A regenerative drive can return braking energy from the motor back to the electrical supply, helping improve energy efficiency in applications with frequent deceleration or overhauling loads.
The ACS880-11-038A-3 is designed for a 400 V three-phase AC supply.
ABB ACS880 regenerative industrial drives are trusted by engineers, plant operators and system integrators to deliver precise motor control, energy recovery and reliable performance in demanding industrial environments.
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