ABB ACS380-040C-038A-4 machinery drive, an 18.5 kW variable-torque (VT) / 15 kW constant-torque (CT) three phase AC variable frequency drive designed for industrial motor control, OEM machinery and automation systems.
£1,625.60
The ABB ACS380-040C-038A-4 (Product ID 3AXD50000162246) is a high-performance AC variable frequency drive (VFD) engineered for precise motor control in industrial machinery and OEM applications. Part of the trusted ABB ACS380 machinery drive series, it is designed to simplify machine integration while delivering reliable speed and torque control for demanding automation environments.
Built specifically for machine builders, the ACS380 series combines advanced motor control technology with integrated safety functionality and flexible communication options. The drive supports seamless integration into modern automation systems while helping improve energy efficiency, machine productivity and operational reliability.
With a rated output power of 18.5 kW (VT / normal duty) or 15 kW (CT / heavy duty) and a three-phase 380–480 V AC supply, the ACS380-040C-038A-4 is ideally suited for conveyors, mixers, extruders, cranes, textile machinery and other industrial applications requiring accurate motor speed control and dependable operation.
The ABB ACS380 series provides precise motor speed and torque regulation by controlling output voltage and frequency. This improves machine efficiency, reduces mechanical wear and enables more accurate process control across a wide range of industrial applications.
Designed specifically for OEMs and machine builders, the ACS380 combines integrated safety functions, adaptive programming and extensive communication support. The drive can be incorporated into machine safety systems and customised to suit application-specific requirements.
| Power | 18.5 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 38 A |
| Voltage | 480 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Series | ACS380 Machinery Drives |
| Product ID | 3AXD50000162246 |
| Product type | AC variable frequency drive |
| Rated output power (VT / normal duty) | 18.5 kW |
| Rated output power (CT / heavy duty) | 15 kW |
| Nominal output current (IN) | 38 A |
| Output current, VT / normal duty (ILd) | 36 A |
| Output current, CT / heavy duty (IHd) | 32 A |
| Input voltage | 380–480 V AC |
| Input phases | 3-phase |
| Frequency | 47.5–63 Hz |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| Mounting type | Module / wall mounting |
| Frame size | R4 |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 240 × 260 × 176 mm |
| Weight | approx. 5.3 kg |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| EMC Filter | None |
This drive is used for controlling the speed and torque of three-phase AC motors in industrial machinery and automation systems.
The ACS380-040C-038A-4 supports motors with a rated output power of up to 18.5 kW.
The drive operates from a three-phase 380–480 V AC supply.
The drive supports multiple industrial protocols including PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, PROFIBUS and CAN-based communications.
The ACS380 series is widely used in food and beverage processing, material handling, textile manufacturing and OEM machine building applications.
ABB ACS380 machinery drives are trusted by OEM manufacturers and industrial automation engineers worldwide for reliable motor control, flexible integration and long-term operational performance.
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