ABB machinery drives

ACS380 

0.25 to 7.5 kW/0.37 to 10 hp

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The ACS380 drives are easy to adapt and configure 
to machines

The ACS380 drives are made to control constant torque 
applications such as conveyors, mixers, extruders, winders 
and overhead cranes in the food and beverage and 
material handling industries. With ACS380, commissioning 
is quick and easy thanks to its intuitive control panel. 
Also, connecting to automation systems is easy thanks to 
preconfigured fieldbus protocols. On the hardware side, 
ease of use has been enhanced by having all the essential 
features built-in as standard. This reduces the need for 
additional hardware and simplifies drive selection. 

Persistent predictability

 

The ACS380 machinery drive is a robust and compact drive 
ideal for machine building. It is ready-customized and comes 
in a power range from 0.25 to 7.5 kW, and voltages from 
200 to 240 V (one-phase) and 380 to 480 V (three-phase).

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

The drive has enclosure class IP20 as standard. ACS380 
offers EMC and connectivity variants with built-in EMC filters 
and/or preconfigured fieldbus protocols for ease of integration 
and connectivity. This saves a lot of time and money for 
machine builders using large numbers of drives per year. 
Typically, there is a fixed space in the machine for automation 
and motor control, and the drive needs to meet the space 
restrictions and connectivity requirements (fieldbus, I/O 
etc.). The ACS380 is a drive that meets a range of customer 
needs: from easy and quick installation and engineering to 
customization. 

The ACS380 machinery drives are part of ABB's all-
compatible drives portfolio. Together with other all-compatible 
drives they share the same architecture and user interfaces, 
yet there is an optimal drive for virtually any application. Once 
you have used one all-compatible drive, you can use them all.

Reliability and consistent high quality

 

The ACS380 drives have improved durability and reliability in 
harsh conditions, including coated boards as standard. All 
drives are tested during production at maximum temperatures 
with nominal loads. Tests cover both performance and all 
protective functions. The drives are designed for an ambient 
temperature of up to 50°C without derating. The drives have 
in their class a unique 3-phase measurement that gives very 
reliable earth fault protection. Also, the foil coated control 
panel offers a good protection against dust and gases and the 
galvanically isolated fieldbus gives good noise immunity. 

 

The ACS380 machinery drives

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Reliability and persistence for machine building

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What does all-compatible mean for you?

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Technical data

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How to select a drive

10  Persistent predictability with ACS380 machinery drives
11  ACS380 ratings, types and voltages
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Connectivity and flexibility to meet your needs

13  Standard software with versatile features
14  PC tool for drive monitoring and process tuning capabilities
15  Drive commissioning and adaptable use with your control panel
16  Flexible connectivity to automation networks
17  Standard interface and extensions for ACS380 machinery drives
18  Input/output, extension and feedback modules for increased connectivity
19  Brake options
20  Need a motor? This is our offering.
21  Save time, ease troubleshooting and improve drive performance with ABB smartphone apps
22  Drives service
23  Drives service
24  Contact us

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Adaptability at your fingertips

The control panel's icon-based 
menu helps you set up the 
drive quickly and effectively. An 
alphanumeric graphical user panel is 
available for users, who need it.

Reliability and persistence for machine building

The ACS380 machinery drives are part of ABB’s all-compatible 
drives portfolio. The drives gives you persistent predictability 
throughout their whole life cycle. They also offer a wider range 
of standard and optional features for optimal machine building.

Simple to select, install and use

Built-in features such as an EMC filter, 
a Modbus RTU fieldbus interface and 
safe torque off functionality simplify 
drive selection, installation and use. 
DriveSize helps to select the optimal 
drive and motor for the application.

Communication with all  
major automation networks 

Preconfigured fieldbus adapters 
enable connectivity with all major 
industrial automation networks with 
minimized effort and complexity.

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Boosting energy efficiency

Energy optimizer and energy efficiency 
information help you monitor and save 
the energy used in your process.

Adaptive programming

ACS380 has built-in as standard 
possibility for adaptive programming 
that enables customizing the drive 
software by using either sequential or 
block programming. This can in some 
cases even eliminate the need of a 
separate PLC.

Designed for maximum reliability

 

Design features like coated control 
boards, minimized air flow through 
the control board section, reliable 
earth fault protection by 3-phase 
current measurement and design 
for 50°C ambient temperature 
make ACS380 a safe choice for 
customers expecting high reliability. 
This is topped up by full load test 
that is done to every single drive 
during the production.

Startup and 
maintenance tool

Drive composer PC tool for 
startup, configuration, monitoring 
and process tuning. Automation 
builder for automation engineering 
and Drive Manager for single point 
of commissioning.

Remote monitoring

With a built-in web server and 
standalone data logger, NETA-21 
remote monitoring tool kit enables 
worldwide and secure remote 
access to drive.

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What does all-compatible

mean for you?

Business all-compatible

Usually, any drive is a justified investment with a short payback time as it 
helps to lower energy consumption and improve process efficiency.

When you choose an all-compatible machinery drive from ABB, you get 
more than just a drive.

You get our services to support your business, including our decades of 
experience in various industries. You will find local ABB offices  in over 
90 countries and our global value provider network members will be near 
to you.

Process all-compatible

The machinery drives are ready for a broad range of constant torque 
applications and all essential features are built-in as standard. The drives 
support adaptive programming for fine tuning the performance of the 
application. The machinery drives offer a wide range of fieldbus protocols 
for extensive automation connectivity.

The drives cover a broad range of motors in various applications by 
providing adaptability and scalability for your machine and increasing 
its performance. With integrated safety features, you end up having 
a process which is not only efficient, but safe for both the persons 
operating the machine and your property.

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Human all-compatible

The machinery drives are designed to save you time and energy during engineering, 
installation, commissioning and use.

When designing a machine, you will have a wide selection of design tools available 
to support your work. When you select a drive for your machine, you will save time 
as configuration is straight forward. The different variants of control panels available 
provide you with a smart way to set up the drive quickly and easily. One glance 
at the control panel's editable display will show you the status of the drive and its 
process.

The Drive composer PC tool provides extensive drive monitoring and process 
tuning capabilities. The Automation Builder is used both for engineering individual 
industry devices and putting together entire automation projects. It includes the 
Drive Manager tool, used for single point access to multiple drives in an automation 
network. The integrated safety functionality saves you time and money in wiring and 
certification.

Environment all-compatible

With ABB and the machinery drives, you are not only optimizing the energy 
consumption of an electric motor, but also your whole process.

The machinery drives help you use only the exact amount of energy needed 
to run your motor. The energy optimizer feature ensures maximum torque 
per ampere, reducing energy drawn from the supply. The drive fulfills the 
highest IE2 drive (EN 50598-2) energy efficiency class and is compatible with 
high-efficiency IE4 motors, further reducing total life cycle costs. In addition, 
the built-in energy efficiency calculators help you to analyze and optimize 
processes. With the help of our life cycle services, you will be able to keep 
your process running reliably and efficiently throughout the life cycle of the 
drives.

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Technical data

Mains connection

Voltage and 

power range

1-phase, 200 to 240 V, +10%/-15% 
0.25 to 2.2 kW 
3-phase, 380 to 480 V, +10%/-15% 
0.25 to 7.5 kW

Frequency

50/60 Hz ± 5%

Common DC connection

DC voltage level

-1 types 270 to 325 V ±10% 
-4 types 485 to 620 V ±10%

Charging circuit

Internal charging circuit 

Motor connection

Voltage

0 to UN, 3-phase

Frequency

0 to 599 Hz

Motor control

Scalar control
Vector control

Switching frequency

1 to 12 kHz, default 4 kHz

Dynamic braking

Flux braking (moderate or full) 
Resistor braking (optional) 

Motor control performance

Speed control performance, open loop

Static accuracy

20% of motor rated slip

Dynamic accuracy

1%s with 100% torque step

Speed control performance, closed loop

Static accuracy

0.1% of motor rated speed

Dynamic accuracy

<1%s with 100% torque step

Torque control performance

Torque step rise time

< 10 ms, rated torque step

Non-linearity

±5% with rated torque

Braking power connection

Brake chopper

Built-in brake chopper as standard

Brake resistor

External resistor connected to drive

Functional safety

Built-in safety features

Safe torque off (STO) acc. to 
EN/IEC61800-5-2: IEC61508 ed2: SIL 3,
IEC 61511: SIL 3, IEC 62061: SIL CL 3, 
EN ISO 13849-1: PL e

Environmental limits

Ambient temperature

Transportation and storage

-40 to +70 ºC (-40 to +158 ºF)

Operation

-10 to +50 ºC (14 to 122 ºF),  
with derating up to 60 ºC (except R0, which 
has max temperature of 50 ºC)

Cooling method

Air-cooled, dry clean air

Altitude

0 to 4000m, (0 to 13000 ft) for 400V units  
(see allowed power systems in HW manual)
0 to 2000m, ( 0 to 6600 ft) for 200V units
derating above 1000m (3300 ft)

Relative humidity

5 to 95%, no condensation allowed

Degree of protection

IP20 as standard

Contamination levels

No conductive dust allowed

Storage

IEC 60721-3-1, Class 1C2 (chemical gases)

Class 1S2 (solid particles)

Transportation

IEC 60721-3-2, Class 2C2 (chemical gases)

Class 2S2 (solid particles)

Operation

IEC 60721-3-3, Class 3C2 (chemical gases)

Class 3S2 (solid particles)

Product compliance

CE
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, EN 61800-5-1: 2007
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, EN 61800-5-2: 2007
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, EN 61800-3: 2004 + A1: 2012
UL, cUL certification  
TUV Certification for functional safety
Quality assurance system ISO 9001
Environmental system ISO 14001
Waste electrical and electronic equipment directive (WEEE) 2002/96/EC 
RoHS directive 2011/65/EU 
EAC

with derating (except R0,  
which has max  
temperature of 50 C)

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It is very easy to select the right drive. This is how you build 
up your own ordering code using the type designation key.

Choose your motor’s power and current rating

 

from the ratings table on page 11.

Start with identifying your supply voltage

 

This tells you what rating table to use. See 
page 11.

Choose your options

 Add the option codes (pages 

16 and 18) to the drive’s ordering code. Remember to 
use a “+” mark before each option code.

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How to select a drive

Select the ordering code for the ACS380 
machinery drive by choosing either the 
standard or the configured variant. Then 
choose the desired EMC level on page 11.

If the configured variant is selected, choose 
your fieldbus protocol (page 11) by selecting the 
correct option code and add the option codes to 
drive’s ordering code.

P

Hd

kW

I

Hd

A

0.25

1.8

0.37

2.4

0.55

3.7

0.75

4.8

1.1

6.9

1.5

7.8

2.2

9.8

Connectivity types 

ACS380-04x

S

Standard variant

ACS380-04x

C

Configured variant

EMC filtering level

ACS380-040x

EMC category C3 (400 V) or C4 (230 V)

ACS380-042x

EMC category C2

Type designation

ACS380-04xx-02A4-1
ACS380-04xx-03A7-1
ACS380-04xx-04A8-1
ACS380-04xx-06A9-1
ACS380-04xx-07A8-1
ACS380-04xx-09A8-1
ACS380-04xx-12A2-1

 

Option code

Fieldbus protocol

Adapter

+K454 

PROFIBUS DP, DPV0/DPV1 

FPBA-01-M

+K457 

CANopen

®

FCAN-01-M

+K469 

EtherCAT

®

FECA-01-M

+K475 

Two port EtherNet/IP™, 
Modbus TCP, PROFINET IO

FENA-21-M

+K470 

Ethernet POWERLINK

FEPL-02

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Type designation:

Product series
Types and construction
Rating
Voltage

Option code 

ACS380  

XXXX

XXXX

+

04XX

X

–

–

–

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Persistent predictability with ACS380 drives 

Built on ABB's common drives architecture, the 
ACS380 drive module is ideal for machine building 
that requires motor technologies with powers from 
0.25 to 7.5 kW and voltages from 200 to 480 V. 
With enclosure class IP20 as standard, these 
modular drives are easy to place inside cabinets 
for use in industries such as food and beverage, 
material handling and textile. Typical constant torque 
applications include mixers, conveyors, cranes 
and other constant-torque applications in machine 
building.

Easy to install and use

 

The compact ACS380 comes in different frame 
sizes (R0 to R3) and several variants (for both EMC 
and connectivity use) providing easy installation 
and commissioning. The drive is remarkably easy 
to integrate into machine designs as the configured 
variant of the drive has pre-configured fieldbus 
protocols (EtherCAT

®

, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, 

CANopen

®

). The standard variant of the drive 

comes with extensive I/O and built-in Modbus RTU 
protocols. 

Other highlights

 

− reliability thanks to e.g. advanced coatings, 

cooling management and protections

 

− an icon based basic control panel as standard,  

an alphanumerical, graphical assistant control 
panel as an option

 

− good motor control thanks to the 3-phase  

current measurement

 

− easy integration by preconfigured fieldbus 

protocols

 

− speed feedback from the motor available as an 

option

 

− adaptive programming giving the possibility for 

free block or sequence programming

 

− part of the ABB's all-compatible product portfolio

 

− controlling of a broad range of motors from 

permanent magnet and asynchronous motors to 
synchronous reluctance motors 

 

− safe torque off (STO) built-in as standard 

The built-in icon based control 
panel interface for easy 
commissioning and configuration

Connectivity type

ACS380-04x

S

I/O and Modbus -variant

ACS380-04x

C

Configured variant

ACS380-04x

C

-xxxx-x+K454

PROFIBUS DP protocol configured

ACS380-04x

C

-xxxx-x+K457

CANopen

®

 protocol configured

ACS380-04x

C

-xxxx-x+K469

EtherCAT

®

 protocol configured  

ACS380-04x

C

-xxxx-x+K475

Profinet I/O protocol configured. Ethernet/IP™
and Modbus TCP also built-in.

ACS380-040x

C

-xxxx-x+K470

Ethernet POWERLINK variant

EMC filtering level

ACS380-040x

EMC category C3 (400 V) or C4 (230 V)

ACS380-042x

EMC category C2

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Nominal ratings

I

N

Rated current available continuously without overloadability at 50 °C.

P

N

Typical motor power in no-overload use.

Maximum output current

I

max

Maximum output current. Available for 2 seconds at start, then as long as allowed by drive temperature.

Heavy-duty use

I

Hd

Continuous current allowing 150% 

I

Ld  

for 1 minute every 10 minutes at 50 °C.

P

Hd

Typical motor power in heavy-duty use.

Light-overload use

I

Ld

Continuous current allowing 110% 

I

Ld  

for 1 minute every 10 minutes at 50 °C.

P

Ld

Typical motor power in light-overload use.

The ratings apply at 50 

°C

 ambient temperatures. 

For derating at higher altitudes, temperatures or switching frequencies, see the user's HW manual, document code: 3AXD50000029274

U

N

 = 200 V (range 200 to 240 V). The power ratings are valid at nominal voltage 200 V (0.25 to 3.0 kW)

Heavy-duty use

Maximum  

output  

current

Light-overload use

Nominal ratings

Type designation

Frame size

P

Hd

kW

I

Hd

A

I

max

A

P

Ld

kW

I

Ld

A

P

N

kW

I

N

A

0.25

1.8

3.2

0.37

2.3

0.37

2.4

ACS380-04xx-02A4-1

R0

0.37

2.4

4.3

0.55

3.5

0.55

3.7

ACS380-04xx-03A7-1

R0

0.55

3.7

6.7

0.75

4.6

0.75

4.8

ACS380-04xx-04A8-1

R1

0.75

4.8

8.6

1.1

6.6

1.1

6.9

ACS380-04xx-06A9-1

R1

1.1

6.9

12.4

1.5

7.4

1.5

7.8

ACS380-04xx-07A8-1

R1

1.5

7.8

14.0

2.2

9.3

2.2

9.8

ACS380-04xx-09A8-1

R2

2.2

9.8

17.6

3.0

11.6

3.0

12.2

ACS380-04xx-12A2-1

R2

ACS380 ratings, types and voltages

Frames 

IP20

Height

Width

Depth

Weight

mm

mm

mm

kg

R0

220

70

174

1.4

R1

220

70

174

1.6

R2

220

95

174

1.9

R3

220

169

174

3.0

U

N

 = 400 V (range 380 to 480 V). The power ratings are valid at nominal voltage 400 V (0.37 to 11 kW)

Heavy-duty use

Maximum  

output  

current

Light-overload use

Nominal ratings

Type designation

Frame size

P

Hd 

kW

I

Hd

A

I

max

A

P

Ld

kW

I

Ld

A

P

N

kW

I

N

A

0.37

1.2

2.2

0.55

1.7

0.55

1.8

ACS380-04xx-01A8-4

R0

0.55

1.8

3.2

0.75

2.5

0.75

2.6

ACS380-04xx-02A6-4

R1

0.75

2.6

4.7

1.1

3.1

1.1

3.3

ACS380-04xx-03A3-4

R1

1.1

3.3

5.9

1.5

3.8

1.5

4

ACS380-04xx-04A0-4

R1

1.5

4

7.2

2.2

5.3

2.2

5.6

ACS380-04xx-05A6-4

R1

2.2

5.6

10.1

3

6.8

3

7.2

ACS380-04xx-07A2-4

R1

3

7.2

13

4

8.9

4

9.4

ACS380-04xx-09A4-4

R1

4

9.4

16.9

5.5

12

5.5

12.6

ACS380-04xx-12A6-4

R2

5.5

12.6

22.7

7.5

16.2

7.5

17

ACS380-04xx-17A0-4

R3

7.5

17

30.6

11

23.8

11

25

ACS380-04xx-25A0-4

R3

Dimensions

Ordering variants

Connectivity and flexibility to meet your needs

When designing a machine, all necessary devices have to 
be compatible with each other to form a high-performing 
system level solution. Devices such as drives, programmable 
logic controllers (PLCs), motors, human machine interfaces 
(HMIs), fieldbuses, safety functions and connectivity need to 
be integrated seamlessly into one common system and to 
provide reliability, cost efficiency and flexibility for the entire 
design process. 

All-compatible machinery drives

 

ABB’s machinery drives have hundreds of hours of testing 
behind them. They are proven, meeting the high standards 
required for industrial automation. They connect smoothly to 
PLCs through a wide range of available fieldbus protocols, 
enabling fast and secure communication between them. On 
the motor connection side, ACS380 can control virtually any 
type of motor optimally, saving energy and the environment 
at the same time. On the human interface side, there are 
various options for various needs. The options vary from  
the integrated icon-based user interface to advanced 
alphabetic multilingual graphical control panels and full  
scale touchscreen HMIs for an optimized user experience.

Preconfigured fieldbus protocols

Preconfigured fieldbus protocols allow easy and fast 
commissioning directly from the PLC.

Reliable solution

ABB machinery drives form with other automation devices a 
reliable and rapid connection that saves time and money for 
the machine builder. Still, as everything is compatible, there 
must be flexibility to optimize the functionality of the machine. 
ABB also offers support and maintenance services throughout 
the life cycle of the drives in the machine.

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Standard software with versatile features 

Reduced motor noise 

The drive reduces motor noise by spreading the switching 
frequencies over a user-specified range. The user can define 
the used switching frequency to optimize the motor noise. 
As a result, the drive maximizes the actual used switching 
frequency based on thermal measurement. A higher used 
switching frequency reduces motor noise at low load without 
limiting full current at maximum load.

Optimized energy use

The machinery drives come with features that help you save  
and manage energy. The energy optimizer feature operates in 
scalar and vector control modes ensuring maximum torque 
per ampere and reducing energy drawn from the supply. 
You can monitor the hourly, daily and cumulative energy 
consumption via kWh counters. When the drive replaces other 
control methods (e.g., throttling), you can follow how much 
energy, CO

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 emissions or money you are saving and see how 

fast the drive brings you a return on investment.

Easy diagnostics for trouble-free operation

The external remote control panel's (the assistant control 
panel) diagnostics menu enables you to effectively analyze 
and resolve issues regarding why the drive is performing as it 
is - running, stopped or running at the present speed. Active 
faults, warnings and event logs are shown in the menu. The 
menu shows if there are any active limitations to the drive 
operation and gives instructions on how to resolve them. The 
Drive composer PC tool offers more detailed diagnosis and 
signal monitoring. The entry level PC tool is available for free 
via the ABB website (www.abb.com).

Adapt the drive and machine to run optimally

Adaptive programming with sequence and block programming 
possibilitites offers an easy alternative for simple programming 
needs. It is embedded inside the software of the drive and is 
especially handy when there is a need to distribute some of 
the machine’s control logic to the drive. Adaptive programming 
brings savings when the drive is adjusted to control the 
application optimally. The Drive composer pro PC tool is used 
for setting up adaptive programming.

Commissioning easier than ever before

The icon-based control panel of the ACS380 is intuitive and  
easy to use for basic operation, settings and fault tracking.  
The optional all-compatible assistant control panels have a 
clear and intuitive multilingual graphical user interface as well 
as different assistants to make the drive easy to set up and 
use. This saves on commissioning and learning time.

Optimized motor control

ACS380 drives offer sophisticated process control in scalar 
and vector control modes. The drive supports a wide range of 
motors, including induction and permanent magnet motors. 
Many embedded protection and other features improve 
performance of the motor and process.

Flying start 

Flying start is available for scalar and vector control modes. 
Catching a running motor, enabled by the flying start feature, 
is often required in applications with long freewheeling times.

Load profile 

The load profile feature collects drive values to a log such 
as current. The log shows how the drive is operating and 
enables you to analyze and optimize the application.

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PC tool for drive monitoring and process tuning capabilities

The Drive composer PC tool offers fast and harmonized 
setup, commissioning, and monitoring for the whole  
all-compatible drives portfolio. The free version of the tool 
provides startup and maintenance capabilities, and gathers all 
drive information such as parameter loggers, faults, backups 
and event lists into a support diagnostics file with a single 
mouse click. This provides faster fault tracking, shortens 
downtime and reduces operational and maintenance costs. 

Using the BCBL-01 cable, the PC can be connected directly 
to the RJ-45 panel port on the top of the ACS380 drive. When 
using the the assistant control panel, the Drive composer tool 
is connected to the drive using the mini USB connection on 
the panel. All drive information such as parameter loggers, 
faults, backups and event lists are gathered into a support 
diagnostics file with a single mouse click. This provides faster 
fault tracking, shortens downtime and reduces operational 
and maintenance costs.

Drive composer pro offers extended functionality

Drive composer pro provides additional features such as 
custom parameter windows, graphical control diagrams 
of the drive’s configuration and improved monitoring and 
diagnostics. The control diagrams save users from browsing 
long lists of parameters and help to set the drive’s logic 
quickly and easily. The tool has fast monitoring capabilities 
of multiple signals from several drives in the panel bus. Full 
backup and restore functions are also included.

The remote monitoring tool, NETA-21, gives easy access to 
the drive via the Internet or local Ethernet network. NETA-21  
comes with a built-in web server. Compatible with standard 
web browsers, it ensures easy access to a web-based user 
interface. Through the web interface, the user can configure 
drive parameters, monitor drive log data, load levels, run time, 
energy consumption, I/O data and bearing temperatures of 
the motor connected to the drive.

Remote monitoring access worldwide

Remote monitoring option

Ordering code

Description

Type designation

3AUA0000094517

2 x panel bus interface, 
2 x 32 = max. 64 drives
2 x Ethernet interface
SD memory card
USB port for WLAN/3G

NETA-21

Remote monitoring option

Ordering code

Description

Type designation

3AXD50000019865

Cold configurator
adapter, packed kit

CCA-01

Safe configuration for unpowered drives

Cold configuration adapter CCA-01 provides a serial 
communication interface for unpowered ACS380 drives, 
among other selected drives. With the adapter, safety 
isolation of both serial communication and control board 
power supply is possible. The power supply is taken from a 
PC USB port.

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Almost anyone can set up and commission the machinery 
drive using available control panels. The ACS380 comes with 
the integrated icon based control panel as standard. You do 
not need to know any drive parameters as the control panel 
helps you to set up the essential settings quickly and get the 
drive into action. In addition, ACS380 supports the assistant 
control panel (AP-I, AP-S or AP-W).

Easy drive setup

 

− The assistant control panel offers a settings menu with 

embedded assistants providing a smart and quick way to 
set up the drive. 

 

− The integrated icon based control panel in the ACS380 

makes drive setup fast and easy.

 

− Each setting for both control panels is clearly named or 

shown with an icon by its function, such as motor, ramp or 
limit settings.

Simplified process monitoring

 

− One glance at the assistant control panel's editable display 

will show the status of the drive and its processes.

 

− See how the electrical terminals are configured, what is the 

actual status and get a quick access to the related settings 
from the I/O menu.

 

− Add information eg, to I/O signals, customize fault and 

warning messages or give the drive a unique name with 
the assistant control panel’s text editor.

 

− Connect the PC tool to the drive through the USB 

connector on the assistant control panel.

Simplified drive maintenance

 

− Faults or warnings are quickly resolved in the assistant 

control panel provides context sensitive guidance and 
troubleshooting instructions.

 

− Automatic backup and restore functions in the assistant 

control panel (with name, date and content). 

Control panel options

Control panel mounting platforms are available for mounting the 
optional assistant control panel e.g. on the cabinet door. There are 
two different platform variants: one for flush mounting and another 
one for surface mounting.

Drive commissioning and adaptable use with your control panel

Ordering code

Description

Type designation

3AUA0000088311

Assistant control panel

ACS-AP-I

3AUA0000064884

Assistant control panel

ACS-AP-S 

3AXD0000025965

Assistant control panel with bluetooth interface

ACS-AP-W

3AXD0000028828

Basic control panel

ACS-BP-S

3AUA0000108878

Control panel mounting platform (flush mounted)

DPMP-01

3AXD0000009374

Control panel mounting platform (surface mounted)

DPMP-02

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A fieldbus enables communication between drives and 
PLC systems, I/O devices and the process. Fieldbus 
communication reduces wiring costs when compared with 
traditional hard wired input/output connections. Fieldbus 
systems also offer the ability to gather large amounts of data, 
which can then be utilized for improving the performance or 
safety of the machine.

The ACS380 configured variant is compatible with a wide 
range of fieldbus protocols. Fieldbus modules preconfigure 
drive parameter settings at power-up to allow programming 
directly from the PLC. The optional fieldbus adapter can be 
easily mounted on the drive. The ACS380 standard variant 
comes with built-in Modbus RTU protocol.

Drive monitoring

A set of drive parameters and/or actual signals, such as 
torque, speed, current, etc., can be selected for cyclic data 
transfer, providing fast data access.

Drive diagnostics

Accurate and reliable diagnostic information can be obtained 
through the alarm, limit and fault words, giving easy 
interfacing with plantwide HMIs.

Cabling

Substituting the large amount of conventional drive control 
cabling and wiring with a single cable reduces costs and 
increases system reliability and flexibility.

Design

The use of fieldbus control reduces engineering time at 
installation due to the modular structure of the hardware and 
software and the simplicity of the connections to the drives.

Commissioning and assembly

The modular machine configuration allows precommissioning 
of single machine sections and provides easy and fast 
assembly of the complete installation.

Universal communication with ABB fieldbus adapters

The machinery drives support the following fieldbus protocols:   

Flexible connectivity to automation networks

Option code

Fieldbus protocol

Adapter

+K454 

PROFIBUS DP, DPV0/DPV1 

FPBA-01-M

+K457 

CANopen

®

FCAN-01-M

+K469 

EtherCAT

®

FECA-01-M

+K475 

Two port EtherNet/IP™, 
Modbus TCP, PROFINET IO

FENA-21-M

+K470 

Ethernet POWERLINK

FEPL-02

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Default I/O connection diagram (ABB standard macro)

Terminals

Descriptions

Aux. voltage output and digital connections

Aux. voltage output +24 V

DC

, max. 250 mA

Aux. voltage output common

Digital input common for all

Digital input 1: Stop (0)/Start (1)

Digital input 2: Forward (0)/Reverse (1)

Digital input 3: Speed selection

Digital input 4: Speed selection

Digital input function: Ramp set 1 (0)/Ramp set 2 (1)

Digital output function: Ready to run (0)/Not ready (1)

Signal cable shield (screen)

Digital input common for all

Reference voltage and analog I/O

Output frequency/Speed reference (0...10 V)

Analog input circuit common

Not configured

Analog input circuit common

Output frequency (0...20 mA)

Analog output circuit common

Signal cable shield (screen)

Reference voltage

Safe torque off (STO)

Safe torque-off function. Connected at factory. Drive 

starts only when both circuits are closed. Refer to 

Safe 

torque off function

 on page 

111

.

Relay output

Fault (-1)

250 V

AC

/30 V

DC

2 A

EIA-485 Modbus RTU

Embedded Modbus RTU (EIA-485)

+24V

DGND

DCOM

DI 1

DI 2

DI 3

DI 4

DIO 1

DIO 2

DIO SRC

DIO COM

AI 1

AGND

AI 2

AGND

AO

AGND

SCR

+10V

S+

SGND

S 1

S 2

RC

RA

RB

B+

A-

BGND

Shield

Termination

Standard interface 

and extensions for ACS380 

machinery drives

Terminals

Descriptions

 

Aux. voltage output and digital connections

+24 V

Aux. voltage output +24 V DC, max. 250 mA

DGND 

Aux. voltage output common

DCOM

Digital input common for all

DI 1

Digital input 1: Stop (0)/Start (1)

DI 2

Digital input 2: Forward (0)/Reverse (1)

DI 3

Digital input 3: Speed selection

DI 4

Digital input 4: Speed selection

DIO 1

Digital input function: Ramp set 1 (0)/Ramp set 2 (1)

DIO 2

Digital output function: Ready to run (0)/Not ready (1)

DIO SRC

Signal cable shield (screen)

DIO COM

Digital input common for all

Reference voltage and analog I/O

AI 1

Output frequency/Speed reference (0...10 V)

AGND

Analog input circuit common

AI 2

Not configured

AGND

Analog input circuit common

AO

Output frequency (0...20 mA)

AGND

Analog output circuit common

SCR

Signal cable shield (screen)

+10 V

Reference voltage

Safe torque off (STO)

S+

Safe torque-off function. Connected at factory. Drive

SGND

starts only when both circuits are closed. Refer to Safe

S 1

torque off function in the hardware manual.

S 2

Relay output

RC

RA

                      No fault [Fault (-1)]

RB

 

EIA-485 Modbus RTU

B+

Embedded Modbus RTU (EIA-485)

A-

BGND

Shield

Termination

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Fieldbus connection diagram

Terminals

Descriptions

Aux. voltage output and digital connections

Aux. voltage output +24 V

DC

, max. 250 mA

Aux. voltage output common

Digital input common for all

Digital input 1: Stop (0)/Start (1)

Digital input 2: Forward (0)/Reverse (1)

Safe torque off (STO)

Safe torque-off function. Connected at factory. Drive 

starts only when both circuits are closed. Refer to 

Safe 

torque off function

 on page 

111

.

Relay output

Fault (-1)

250 V

AC

/30 V

DC

2 A

Extension module connections

Connections depending on the product variant.

+24V

DGND

DCOM

DI 1

DI 2

S+

SGND

S 1

S 2

RC

RA

RB

DSUB9

DSUB9

RJ45 X 2

RJ45 X 2

RJ45 X 2

RJ45

CANopen

Profibus

EtherCAT

Ethernet IP

Profinet

Modbus TCP

DSUB9

DSUB9

RJ-45 x2

RJ-45 x2

Terminals

Descriptions

 

Aux. voltage output and digital connections

+24 V

Aux. voltage output +24 V DC, max. 250 mA

DGND 

Aux. voltage output common

DCOM

Digital input common for all

DI 1

Digital input 1: Stop (0)/Start (1)

DI 2

Digital input 2: Forward (0)/Reverse (1)

Safe torque off (STO)

S+

Safe torque-off function. Connected at factory. Drive

SGND

starts only when both circuits are closed. Refer to Safe

S 1

torque off function in the hardware manual.

S 2

Relay output

RC

Fault (-1)

RA

250 V AC/30 V DC

RB

2 A

Extension module connections

PROFIBUS

+K454

CANopen

®

+K457

EtherCAT

®

+K469

PROFINET

+K475

Ethernet/IP™

ModbusTCP

Default I/O connections of standard variant

The ACS380 machinery drives offer two different standard 
interfaces: the standard variant (I/O and Modbus) and the 
configured variant with different interfaces. In addition, the 
drive has one option slot available that can be used for 
speed feedback, relay extensions or options which allow an 
external +24 V supply. For further information please see 
the ACS380 hardware and firmware manuals.

Default connections of configured variant

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Standard input and output of ACS380 machinery drives 
can be extended by using optional input/output extension 
modules. The modules are easily installed in the extension 
slots located in the drive. It is also possible to use an 
optional speed feedback  module that supports TTL and 
HTL pulse encoders.

Input/output, extension and feedback modules 

for increased connectivity

Extension module options

Option code

Description

Type 
designation

+L534

External 24 C DC

BAPO-01

+L511

External relay option (4xRO)  

BREL-01

Feedback interface module options

Option code

Connections

Option

+L535

Encoder interface + External 24 V DC

BTAC-02

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Brake chopper

The brake chopper is built-in as standard for the ACS380. It 
not only controls braking, but also supervises system status 
and detects failures such as brake resistor and resistor cable 
short-circuits, chopper short-circuit, and calculated resistor 
over-temperature. 

Control of the mechanical brake 

Mechanical brake control is integrated into the ACS380 
machinery drives. It uses state machine logic to control brake 
opening, closing, holding, wait and delay to integrate complex 
brake operation into the application.

Brake resistor

The brake resistors are separately available for the ACS380. 
Resistors other than the standard option resistors may be 
used, provided that the specified resistance value is within 
the specified limits and that the heat dissipation capacity of 
the resistor is sufficient for the drive application (see hardware 
manual). No separate fuses in the brake circuit are required 
if the conditions for e.g., the mains cable is protected with 
fuses and no mains cable/fuse overrating takes place.

The ACS380 machinery drives are equipped with a built-in 
filter to reduce high frequency emissions. Low EMC filters (C3 
for 200V and C4 for 400V) are standard on ACS380-040X 
drives. High EMC filters (C2 for all voltages) are denoted by 
type codes ACS380-042X.

EMC standards 

The EMC product standard (EN 61800-3) covers the specific 
EMC requirements stated for drives (tested with motor and 
cable) within the EU. EMC standards such as EN 55011 or 
EN 61000-6-3/4 are applicable to industrial and domestic 
equipment and systems including components inside the  
drive. Drive units complying with the requirements of  
EN 61800-3 are compliant with comparable categories in  
EN 55011 and EN 61000-6-3/4, but not necessarily vice 
versa. EN 55011 and EN 61000-6-3/4 do not specify cable 

length or require a motor to be connected as a load. The 
emission limits are comparable to EMC standards according 
to the table below.

Domestic environments versus public low voltage networks

The first environment includes domestic premises. It also 
includes establishments directly connected without an 
intermediate transformer to a low voltage power supply 
network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. 
The second environment includes all establishments directly 
connected to public low voltage power supply networks.

Brake options

EMC – electromagnetic compatibility

Comparison of EMC standards

EMC according to EN 61800-3
product standard

EN 61800-3
product  
standard

EN 55011, product 
family standard for 
industrial, scientific  
and medical (ISM) 
equipment

EN 61000-6-4, generic 
emission standard for 
industrial environments

EN 61000-6-3, generic
emission standard for
residential, commercial and 
light-industrial environment

1

st

 environment, unrestricted distribution

Category C1

Group 1, Class B

Not applicable

Applicable

1

st

 environment, restricted distribution

Category C2

Group 1, Class A

Applicable

Not applicable

2

nd

 environment, unrestricted distribution

Category C3

Group 2, Class A

Not applicable

Not applicable

2

nd

 environment, restricted distribution

Category C4

Not applicable

Not applicable

Not applicable

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Our machinery drives control virtually any type of AC 
motor including induction, permanent magnet, servo and 
synchronous reluctance motors. Our adaptable machinery 
drives ensure an energy efficient and reliable motor controller 
with significant cost savings for the user.

Machinery drives and induction motors form a reliable 
combination

Induction motors are used throughout the industry in several 
types of industry applications which demand robust and high 
enclosure motor and drive solutions. The ACS380 machinery 
drives fit perfectly together with this type of motor, used in a 
wide range of industrial environments.

Need a motor? This is our offering.

Machinery drives and permanent magnet motors for 
smooth operation

Permanent magnet technology is often used for improved 
motor characteristics such as energy efficiency, compactness 
and control performance. Actual characteristics between 
different permanent magnet motors can vary considerably. 
Machinery drives can control ABB's and most other 
permanent magnet motors in an efficient way.

Machinery drives and IE4 synchronous reluctance motors 
for a package with high efficiency

Combining the machinery drives control technology with our 
synchronous reluctance (SynRM) motors provides an IE4 
motor and drive package that gives you great energy savings 
benefits. The key is in the rotor design. The synchronous 
reluctance rotor replaces the traditional induction rotor and 
requires no permanent magnets. ABB has tested the SynRM 
motor and drive packages and produced manufacturer’s 
statements providing verified system (drive and motor 
efficiency).

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Save time, ease troubleshooting and improve drive performance 

with ABB smartphone apps

Easy and fast access to product information 
and support

Search for support documents and contacts 

Maintain and service all your installed drives on 
one or multiple sites

Start up, 

commission and 

tune your drive  

and application

Easy access to 

cloud-based 

drive and process 

information 

from anywhere 

via an online 

connection

Simplified user  

guidance with 

instant access to 

drive status and 

configuration

Performance 

optimization 

via drive 

troubleshooting 

features and  

fast support

Better connectivity and user experience with Drivetune

Services and support on the go with Drivebase

Manage your drives and the process lines and 
machines they control

Access 

your drive‘s 

diagnostics data 

Get 6 months 

extra warranty 

for free by 

registering 

your drive with 

the Drivebase 

app

Access your product 

and service 

information 

in the cloud 

from anywhere

Push notifications 

for critical product 

and service 

updates

Access information anywhere

Download the apps using the  

QR codes below

 or directly from 

the app stores

Drivebase

 for ensured reliability and reduced 

downtime on production sites

Drivetune

 

for commissioning 

and managing drives

12:3

Drivetune

12:3

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Drives service

A lifetime of peak performance

You are in control of every life cycle phase of your drives. 
At the heart of drive services is a four-phase product life 
cycle management model. This model defines the services 
recommended and available throughout the drive's lifespan.

Now it’s easy for you to see the exact service and 
maintenance available for your drives.

Keeping you informed

We notify you every step of the way using life cycle status 
statements and announcements. 

Your benefit is clear information about your drives’ status 
and precise services available. It helps you plan the preferred 
service actions ahead of time and make sure that continuous 
support is always available. 

Product is in  

active sales and 

manufacturing  

phase.

Full range of life cycle  

services is available.

Full range of life cycle  

services is available.  

 

Product enhancements 

may be available through 

upgrade and retrofit  

solutions.

Limited range of life cycle  

services is available.   

 

Spare parts availability 

is limited to available  

stock.

Product is no longer 

available.

Product is no longer 

available.

Active

Classic

Limited

Obsolete

ABB drives life cycle phases explained:

Full range of life cycle services and support

Limited range of life cycle  

services and support

Replacement and  

end-of-life services

Serial production has 
ceased. Product may 

be available for plant 

extensions, as a spare 

part or for installed 

base renewal.

Pr

oduct

Services

Replacement and  

end-of-life services 

are available.

Life Cycle Status Announcement

Provides early information about the upcoming 
life cycle phase change and how it affects the 
availability of services.

Life Cycle Status Statement

Provides information about the drive's current life 
cycle status, availability of product and services,  
life cycle plan and recommended actions.

Step 1

Step 2

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The future of your drives depends on the service  
you choose.

 

Whatever you choose, it should be a well-informed decision 
with no room for guesswork. We have the expertise and 
experience to help you find and implement the right service 
for your drive equipment. You can start by asking yourself 
these two critical questions:

 

−

Why should my drive be serviced?

 

−

What would my optimal service options be?

From here, you have our guidance and full support along the 
course you take, throughout the entire lifetime of your drives. 

Drives service

Your choice, your future

Service to match your needs

Your choice, your business efficiency

The ABB Drive Care agreement lets you focus on your core 
business. A selection of predefined service options matching 
your needs provides optimal, more reliable performance, 
extended drive lifetime and improved cost control. So you can 
reduce the risk of unplanned downtime and find it easier to 
budget for maintenance.

We can help you more by knowing where you are!

Register your drive at www.abb.com/drivereg for extended 
warranty options and other benefits.

Performance 

improvement

Operational 

efficiency

Rapid  

response

Life cycle 

management

Your service needs depend on your operation, the life cycle of your equipment and business priorities. We have 
identified our customers’ four most common needs and defined service options to satisfy them. What is your choice to 
keep your drives at peak performance?

 

Is rapid response a 

key consideration? 

If your drives require immediate 

action, our global network is at 

your service.

Example services include:

 

Technical Support

 

Drive Exchange

 

On-site Repair

 

Response time agreements

Need to extend your 

assets’ lifetime?

Maximize your drive’s lifetime  

with our services.

Example services include:

 

Life Cycle Assessment

 

Replacement, Disposal and 

Recycling

Is performance  

most critical to  

your operation? 

Get optimal performance out of 

your machinery and systems.

Example services include:

 

Training

Is uptime  

your priority?

Keep your drives running with 

precisely planned and executed 

maintenance.

Example services include:

 

Life Cycle Assessment

 

Installation and 

Commissioning

 

Spare Parts 

 

Preventive Maintenance

 

ABB Drive Care agreement

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