ABB ACH550 Low Voltage AC Drive User Manual

This document describes the features and characteristics of DriveIT Low Voltage AC Drives Embedded Fieldbus (EFB) Control Modbus®, Metasys® N2, APOGEE® FLN, and BACnet® Protocols for ACH550-01/02/U1/U2 Drives.


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Brand
ABB
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
71
File format
PDF
File size
984 KB
Published
04 May, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
Model
ACH550
MD5 checksum
83A16F7B5C85E69D5014024E4577E88B

About this manual

The ABB ACH550 series are low‑voltage AC drives that can be controlled via Embedded Fieldbus (EFB) using protocols such as Modbus®, Metasys® N2, APOGEE® FLN and BACnet®. The manual provides detailed guidance on safety, mechanical and electrical installation, communication setup, and activation of drive control functions.

It also includes extensive technical data for each supported protocol, wiring recommendations (e.g., Belden 9842 cable with 120 Ω impedance), parameter settings, and troubleshooting information to help users configure, operate, and maintain the drives effectively.

What's inside

  • Overview
  • Planning
  • Mechanical and Electrical Installation – EFB
  • Communication Set‑up – EFB
  • Activate Drive Control Functions – EFB
  • Modbus Protocol Technical Data
  • N2 Protocol Technical Data
  • FLN Protocol Technical Data
  • BACnet Technical Data
  • BACnet Object Definitions

Specifications

Power rating (ACH550‑01/UH)0.75‑90 kW (1‑150 HP)
Power rating (ACH550‑02/U2)110‑355 kW (150‑550 HP)

Frequently asked questions

How do I activate a specific fieldbus protocol on the ACH550?

Set parameter 9802 COMM PROTOCOL SEL to the desired value (1 = Modbus, 2 = N2, 3 = FLN, 5 = BACnet).

What cable should be used for the RS485 link?

Use Belden 9842 or an equivalent dual‑twisted, shielded pair cable with a 120 Ω impedance.

Which baud rates can be configured for the EFB communication?

The drive supports baud rates from 1.2 kbits/s up to 76.8 kbits/s.

How are termination resistors applied to the RS485 network?

Termination resistors (120 Ω) are enabled or disabled via a DIP switch at each end of the bus.

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