Key facts
- Brand
- ABB
- Model
- ACS 160
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-03-22
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ABB ACS 160 Wall-Mounted Inverter Quick Installation Guide
The guide explains how to safely install the ABB ACS 160 wall‑mounted inverter. It emphasizes that the mains supply must be off, dangerous voltages are present, and the installation should be performed by a competent person.\n\nIt then details the mounting procedure, cable preparation, connector wiring, parameter entry via the menu system, and the start‑up sequence, including how to set motor parameters and change speed using the control panel.
Read onlineABB ACS 160 specifications
| Supply voltage (U_supply) | 380–500 V (3‑phase) |
|---|---|
| Motor voltage (U_motor) | 380–500 V (3‑phase) |
| Motor current (I_motor) | ≤ I2N |
| Ambient temperature range (T_amb) | 0–40 °C |
Source: ABB ACS 160 Wall-Mounted Inverter Quick Installation Guide
All ABB ACS 160 documents by type
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How can the motor speed be changed after the inverter is running?
Press the Up and Down buttons on the control panel to adjust the speed reference.
From: ABB ACS 160 Wall-Mounted Inverter Quick Installation Guide
What safety precaution must be taken before installing the CFB‑RS adapter?
Verify that the ACS 160 drive is not powered before starting the installation and follow all safety instructions in the guide.
What is the maximum allowed bus length for the RS485 link?
The RS485 link can be up to 1200 m long.
What safety precautions must be taken before servicing the ACS 160?
Only a competent electrician should work on the drive, wait at least five minutes after disconnecting the supply, and measure the DC voltage at terminals R+ and X4‑2 before removing the cover.
What is the input voltage range for the ACS 160?
The drive accepts an input voltage of 380 V to 500 V with a tolerance of ±10 %.
What functional unit is used for the life‑cycle assessment?
The functional unit is 1 kW of rated output power.