Key Specifications
Parameter Category Specification
Drive Series/Base Model ACH550-01-246A-4
Rated Output Current 246 A
Rated Output Power 132 kW (175 HP)
Input Supply Voltage 380 - 480 V AC (± 10%), 3-phase
Output Voltage/Phases 3-phase, 0 - Input voltage
Enclosure Rating IP21 / UL Type 1 (Indoor, cabinet mounting)
Cooling Method Fan-cooled
Control Method ABB's Sensorless Flux Control (Magnetizing Flux Control, MFC) for HVAC.
Key Standard Features • HVAC-Optimized Software: Advanced PID, multi-pump/fan control logic (lead/lag).
• Built-in Building Protocols: BACnet MS/TP and Metasys N2 standard, plus Modbus RTU.
• Energy Optimizer: Automatically minimizes losses for peak efficiency.
• LCD Keypad with multi-language support.
• Extended Safety: Fireman’s Override, smoke control sequences.
Option +B055 External Braking Resistor Unit
• Function: Provides a path to dissipate regenerative braking energy.
• Includes: Internal DC brake chopper and an external, pre-selected braking resistor assembly.
• Purpose: Enables controlled deceleration of high-inertia loads (large fans) and prevents drive overvoltage trips during stopping.
Protection Features • Comprehensive motor thermal and electrical protection.
• Drive overtemperature protection.
• Braking resistor thermal protection (via +B055 unit).
Application Focus Large Air Handling Units (AHUs), Centrifugal Chillers, Cooling Tower Fans, Large Industrial Pumps and Fans.
The ABB ACH550-01-246A-4+B055 is a fully configured, high-power 246 Ampere, 132 kW (175 HP) variable frequency drive from the ACH550 series, specifically engineered for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) applications. This package combines the core HVAC-optimized drive with a crucial factory-installed option for handling regenerative energy.