ACS880-11-038A-3 ABB 18.5kW Three Phase ABB ACS880 Variable Speed Drive

Why Choose the ABB ACS880-11-038A-3 Regenerative Industrial Drive?

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.

Key Advantages

• High-performance regenerative industrial variable frequency drive.
• 18.5 kW motor power rating for demanding industrial applications.
• 38 A rated output current for reliable motor control.
• 400 V three-phase input suitable for industrial power systems.
• Regenerative operation helps return braking energy to the supply network.
• Advanced Direct Torque Control for precise speed and torque regulation.
• Wall-mounted single drive design for industrial installations.

Key Features

• ABB ACS880 industrial drive series.
• ACS880-11 regenerative single drive platform.
• 18.5 kW rated output power.
• 38 A nominal output current.
• 400 V three-phase input supply.
• Wall-mounted regenerative drive construction.
• Direct Torque Control for high-performance motor operation.
• Designed for induction, permanent magnet and synchronous reluctance motors.
• Suitable for applications with frequent braking or overhauling loads.

Regenerative Motor Control for Industrial Processes

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.

Typical Applications

• Cranes, hoists and lifting equipment.
• Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
• Centrifuges and test benches.
• Winches and winding applications.
• Elevators and vertical transport systems.
• Process machinery with frequent braking cycles.
• Mining, metals, marine and general industrial automation.