ABB ACS380-040C-17A5-2 machinery drive, a 4 kW variable-torque (VT) / 3 kW constant-torque (CT) three phase AC variable frequency drive designed for industrial machinery, conveyors, mixers, cranes, extruders and automation systems.
£574.40
The ABB ACS380-040C-17A5-2 is a compact and dependable AC variable frequency drive (VFD) designed for precise motor control in industrial machinery and OEM automation applications. Identified by ABB product code 3AXD50000162147, this drive forms part of the advanced ABB ACS380 machinery drive series, developed for machine builders who require reliable performance, flexible connectivity and easy integration.
The ACS380 series is designed to connect seamlessly into automation systems while providing robust motor control for demanding machinery tasks. Its compact module format, adaptive programming capability and integrated safety functionality help simplify engineering, commissioning and day-to-day operation.
With a rated output power of 4 kW (VT / normal duty) or 3 kW (CT / heavy duty), a nominal output current of 17.5 A and a three-phase 200–240 V AC supply, the ACS380-040C-17A5-2 is well suited for conveyors, mixers, cranes, extruders, textile machinery and other industrial automation applications.
Variable frequency drives such as the ABB ACS380-040C-17A5-2 regulate motor speed by adjusting output voltage and frequency. This allows machinery to run according to process demand, improving control accuracy while reducing energy consumption and mechanical wear.
The ACS380 platform is designed for machine builders and automation engineers who need compact, configurable and dependable drive technology. Its connectivity, programming flexibility and integrated safety features support efficient machine design and reliable operation in production environments.
| Power | 4 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 17.5 A |
| Voltage | 240 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Series | ACS380 Machinery Drives |
| Product ID | 3AXD50000162147 |
| EAN | 6438177506560 |
| Product type | LV AC machinery drive module |
| Rated output power (VT / normal duty) | 4 kW |
| Rated output power (CT / heavy duty) | 3 kW |
| Nominal output current (IN) | 17.5 A |
| Output current, VT / normal duty (ILd) | 16.7 A |
| Output current, CT / heavy duty (IHd) | 12.2 A |
| UL power rating | 5 hp |
| UL output current | 16.7 A |
| Input voltage | 200–240 V AC |
| Input phases | 3-phase |
| Frequency | 47.5–63 Hz |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| Enclosure type | Open Type |
| Frame size | R3 |
| Mounting type | Module |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 241.3 × 170 × 176 mm |
| Weight | approx. 3.3 kg |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| EMC Filter | None |
This drive controls the speed and torque of AC motors used in machinery applications such as conveyors, mixers, cranes, extruders and textile equipment.
The drive supports motors with a rated output power of 4 kW on variable-torque (normal duty) loads, or 3 kW on constant-torque (heavy duty) loads.
The ACS380-040C-17A5-2 operates from a three-phase 200–240 V AC supply.
The drive has an IP20 protection rating and is designed for installation inside machinery cabinets and electrical control panels.
This model is associated with CAN communication support, making it suitable for integration into compatible machine automation networks.
ABB ACS380 machinery drives are widely used by OEMs, panel builders and automation engineers to deliver reliable motor control, simplified integration and dependable performance across industrial machinery applications.
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