Question 1

What is the ABB ACS880 ACS880-01-031A-4?

Accepted Answer

The ABB ACS880 ACS880-01-031A-4 is a 15 kW, 31.0 A, 400 V premium industrial variable frequency drive, Frame R3. It uses ABB Direct Torque Control (DTC) for precise torque and speed control without encoder, making it ideal for cranes, hoists, conveyors, and demanding process drives.

Question 2

How does the ACS880 differ from the ACS580?

Accepted Answer

The ACS880 is ABB's premium industrial drive with higher overload capacity (150 % for 60 s vs 110 % for ACS580), full SIL 3 / PLe safety options, integrated DC choke, wider temperature operating range, and richer I/O. It targets demanding crane, hoist, and process applications.

Question 3

What safety functions does the ACS880 support?

Accepted Answer

The ACS880 supports STO (standard, SIL 2/PLd) and, with the FSO-21 safety module, full SIL 3 / PLe safety functions: STO, SS1, SS2, SLS, SDI, SOS, SAR, and SSM.

Question 4

Is the ACS880 suitable for crane and hoist applications?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The ACS880 ACS880-01-031A-4 is designed for crane and hoist duty with 150 % overload for 60 s, DTC torque control, brake control logic, and anti-sway functionality. It is a preferred choice for AS/RS stacker cranes and warehouse hoisting axes.

ABB ACS880 ACS880-01-031A-4

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