Product Description

Overview

The ABB ACS-AP-W (3AXD50000025965 / 3AXD50000025964) is an advanced Assistant Control Panel with integrated Bluetooth connectivity, engineered for ABB’s ACS drive series, including ACS380, ACS480, ACS580, and ACS880. This panel serves as the central interface for commissioning, monitoring, and managing multiple drives, combining tactile keypad control with wireless mobile integration.

Technical Features

Wireless Bluetooth Connectivity

• Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE): Enables secure wireless communication between the drive and smartphones or tablets within approximately 75 meters in open space.

• Mobile App Integration: Supports the ABB Drivetune app for commissioning, troubleshooting, and parameter adjustments without opening the drive enclosure.

High-Resolution Graphical Display

• User Interface: Backlit LCD supports icons, graphs, and alphanumeric characters for clear, intuitive navigation.

• Real-Time Monitoring: Displays process variables as trend graphs or bar charts for instant feedback.

Advanced Diagnostics

• Contextual Help: Dedicated “?” button provides immediate explanations for parameters, alarms, and fault codes.

• Event Logging: Built-in Real-Time Clock records the date and time of faults for accurate root-cause analysis.

Enhanced Usability

• Wizard-Based Setup: Step-by-step guidance for motor identification, PID tuning, and initial configuration.

• Parameter Backup & Restore: Internal memory allows storing and transferring configurations to other drives.

• Multi-Drive Management: Controls multiple drives on a daisy-chained link from a single panel.

Physical & Environmental Specifications

• USB Connectivity: Mini-USB port for PC connection using Drive Composer software.

• Ingress Protection: IP55 rating when mounted on the drive door, safeguarding against dust and water splashes.

• Mounting Options: Integrates into the drive keypad slot or via remote surface mounting kit.

Comparison: Standard vs. Wireless Panels

Applications

The ACS-AP-W enhances safety and operational efficiency by allowing remote monitoring and commissioning of drives, making it ideal for facilities with high-voltage equipment, restricted access areas, or multi-drive motor control centers. It is particularly suitable for manufacturing, food and beverage, textile, and other industrial environments with airborne particulates.

FAQ

Q: Can the ACS-AP-W replace ACS-AP-I or ACS-AP-S panels?
A: Yes, it maintains full physical and functional backward compatibility while adding wireless Bluetooth functionality.

Q: What is the effective range of the Bluetooth connection?
A: Up to 75 meters in open space. Enclosures and walls may reduce the range; for Drivetune app operation, 10 meters is recommended.

Q: Does the panel require a battery for backup?
A: A capacitor or small RTC battery maintains timestamps, but all parameter backups are stored in non-volatile memory.

Q: How is the panel paired with a mobile device?
A: Enable Bluetooth via the panel menu (Options → Bluetooth), then pair through the Drivetune app using the unique pairing code displayed on the panel.

Specifications