ABB ACS380-040C-04A8-2 machinery drive module, a 0.75 kW variable-torque (VT) / 0.55 kW constant-torque (CT) 230 V AC variable frequency drive designed for industrial motor control, machine automation and OEM applications.
£295.20
The ABB ACS380-040C-04A8-2 is a compact and dependable AC variable frequency drive (VFD) designed for precise speed and torque control in industrial machinery and automation systems. As part of the ABB ACS380 machinery drive series, it is engineered for machine builders and OEMs who need efficient motor control, reliable performance and seamless integration into machine automation platforms.
This LV AC machinery drive module helps optimise machine operation by matching motor speed to application demand, reducing unnecessary energy use and supporting consistent process control. Its compact cabinet-mounted design makes it suitable for space-restricted control panels, while its flexible configuration supports a wide range of industrial applications.
With a rated output power of 0.75 kW (VT / normal duty) or 0.55 kW (CT / heavy duty), a nominal output current of 4.8 A and a 230 V AC supply, the ACS380-040C-04A8-2 is ideal for conveyors, mixers, material handling equipment, textile machinery and OEM automation systems.
Variable frequency drives such as the ABB ACS380 regulate motor speed by adjusting the voltage and frequency supplied to the motor. This allows machinery to operate with improved process accuracy, reduced mechanical stress and better energy efficiency.
The ACS380 range is built for machine builders who require dependable drive technology in a compact footprint. Its automation-focused design makes it suitable for integration into modern industrial equipment, helping deliver consistent performance across production and process applications.
| Power | 0.75 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 4.8 A |
| Voltage | 240 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Series | ACS380 Machinery Drives |
| Product ID | 3AXD50000162093 |
| Product type | LV AC machinery drive module |
| Rated output power (VT / normal duty) | 0.75 kW |
| Rated output power (CT / heavy duty) | 0.55 kW |
| Nominal output current (IN) | 4.8 A |
| Output current, VT / normal duty (ILd) | 4.6 A |
| Output current, CT / heavy duty (IHd) | 3.7 A |
| Input voltage | 230 V AC |
| UL power rating | 1 Hp |
| UL current rating | 4.6 A at 208 V |
| Frequency | 47.5–63 Hz |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| Mounting type | Cabinet / panel mounting |
| Drive type | Machinery drive module |
| Typical industries | Food and beverage, material handling and textile |
| Frame size | R1 |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| EMC Filter | None |
This drive is used to control the speed and torque of AC motors in industrial machinery, automation equipment and OEM machine-building applications.
The ACS380-040C-04A8-2 supports motors with a rated output power of 0.75 kW on variable-torque (normal duty) loads, or 0.55 kW on constant-torque (heavy duty) loads.
The drive provides a nominal output current of 4.8 A.
This model is designed for 230 V AC low-voltage machinery drive applications.
The drive is typically installed inside electrical control panels or machine cabinets as part of an industrial automation system.
ABB ACS380 machinery drives are widely used by OEMs, automation engineers and industrial maintenance teams to deliver reliable motor control, efficient operation and straightforward integration into modern machinery.
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