ABB Compact drive module UFC760BE142 3BHE004573R0142

ABB UFC760BE142 (3BHE004573R0142) Technical Parameters and Functions

The ABB UFC760BE142 (Order Code: 3BHE004573R0142) is a compact drive module designed for precise motor control in industrial automation and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems. Part of ABB’s ACS550/UFC700 series, it combines energy efficiency with advanced control algorithms to optimize motor performance in variable torque applications. Below is a detailed breakdown of its technical specifications and functionalities:

1. Key Technical Parameters

Electrical Specifications

• Input Power:
  • Voltage: 200–480 V AC (±10%), 3-phase.
  • Frequency: 47–63 Hz.
• Output Power:
  • Voltage: 0–100% of input voltage (PWM-controlled).
  • Current: Up to 18 A (dependent on model configuration).
  • Power Range: 2.2–22 kW (3–30 HP).
• Efficiency: >97% (typical at full load), compliant with IE4 efficiency standards.

Control and Performance

• Control Methods:
  • Scalar Control (V/f): Basic speed control for pumps, fans, and conveyors.
  • Sensorless Vector Control: Enhanced torque and speed accuracy.
• Switching Frequency: Adjustable up to 16 kHz (for reduced motor noise).
• Speed Range: 1:100 (V/f mode), 1:1000 (sensorless vector mode).
• Response Time: <10 ms for load changes.

Environmental Ratings

• Operating Temperature: -10°C to +50°C (derating required above 40°C).
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +70°C.
• Humidity: 5–95% non-condensing.
• Protection Class: IP21 (chassis-mounted), IP54/55 with optional filters and enclosures.
• Cooling: Natural convection or forced air (fan-cooled models available).

Communication Interfaces

• Standard Protocols:
  • Modbus RTU (RS-485).
  • BACnet MS/TP (for HVAC applications).
• Optional Protocols: Profibus DP, DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP.
• I/O Terminals:
  • Digital Inputs: 4 configurable inputs (24 V DC).
  • Analog Inputs: 2 (0–10 V or 4–20 mA).
  • Relay Outputs: 2 programmable relays (30 V DC/250 V AC, 5 A).

2. Core Functions and Features

Motor Control and Optimization

• Adaptive Programming: Pre-configured macros for pumps, fans, and standard machinery.
• Energy Savings: Auto-tuning of motor parameters and load compensation to minimize power consumption.
• PID Control: Built-in PID regulator for pressure, flow, or temperature control in closed-loop systems.

Protection and Diagnostics

• Motor Protections:
  • Overcurrent, short-circuit, and ground fault protection.
  • Motor thermal overload (PTC input support).
  • Phase loss detection (input and output).
• System Protections:
  • Overvoltage/undervoltage ride-through.
  • Heatsink overtemperature shutdown.
• Diagnostics:
  • Real-time monitoring of current, voltage, frequency, and fault history.
  • LED indicators for status (Run, Alarm, Fault).

User Interface and Programmability

• Control Panel:
  • LCD display with multilingual support (e.g., English, Spanish, French).
  • Quick menu for parameter adjustments and commissioning.
• Software Tools:
  • DriveWindow® Lite: PC-based configuration and monitoring.
  • ABB Drive Composer: Advanced parameter management.

Application-Specific Features

• Pump and Fan Control:
  • Sleep/Wake Function: Reduces energy use during low-demand periods.
  • Cascade Control: Manages multiple pumps/fans in parallel.
• HVAC Integration: BACnet protocol compatibility for building automation systems.

3. Applications

• HVAC Systems: Air handling units, chillers, cooling towers.
• Water/Wastewater: Pump control, aeration blowers, filtration systems.
• Industrial Machinery: Conveyors, mixers, compressors.
• Renewable Energy: Solar-powered pumping systems.

4. Advantages

• Compact Design: Space-saving for panel installations.
• Easy Commissioning: Plug-and-play setup with application macros.
• Scalability: Modular add-ons (e.g., filters, communication cards).
• Compliance: Meets global standards (CE, UL, cUL, RoHS).