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Kudamm Corporation – Authorized ABB Channel Partner in India

Kudamm Corporation is proud to be an Authorized Channel Partner of ABB in India, delivering ABB’s cutting-edge technologies to Indian industries.

ABB ACS180

Product Overview –
The ABB ACS180 Machinery Drive is a compact, cost-effective VFD designed for machine builders (OEMs) and small industrial applications. Covering 0.25 kW to 22 kW (1/3 to 30 HP), it combines performance, safety, and energy efficiency in a single, robust package. With sensor less vector control, built-in EMC filter, Safe Torque Off (STO), and adaptive programming, the ACS180 reduces system costs and ensures reliable operation even in harsh conditions.

Technical Specifications (ACS180):

Power Range: 0.25 – 22 kW (1/3 – 30 HP)
Control Modes: Scalar & Sensor less Vector Control
Frequency Range: 0–599 Hz
Efficiency: Up to 98%, IEC IE2 energy class
Safety: Built-in Safe Torque Off (STO, SIL3)
Enclosure: Compact IP20 design
Temperature: Up to +50°C (HD) without derating, up to +60°C with derating
Programming: Adaptive & sequence programming (acts like a mini PLC)
Connectivity: Bluetooth control panel with ABB Drive tune App

Applications of ABB ACS180:

Food & Beverage: Blowers, mixers, ovens, conveyors
Material Handling: Belt conveyors, cutters, polishing machines
Textiles: Pumps, fans, dyeing machines, drum washers
Printing & Packaging: Compressors, presses, winders
Plastics: Injection moulding, extrusion lines, auxiliaries
Logistics: Gates, warehouse conveyors, automated systems
Commercial Appliances: Washing machines, treadmills, dryers

Pumps & Fans: Efficient flow and pressure control

ACS355 Machinery Drive

The ABB ACS355 Machinery Drive is a versatile, compact VFD ideal for OEMs and machine builders who demand performance, safety, and flexibility.

Product Overview:
The ACS355 Drive (0.37 – 22 kW) is designed for machinery applications. With built-in safety features, macros for quick setup, and advanced motor control, it reduces engineering time and ensures reliability.

Technical Specifications:

Power Range: 0.37 – 22 kW (0.5–30 HP)
Control Technology: Sensor less vector control for IM & PM motors (up to 599 Hz)
Safety: Integrated Safe Torque Off (STO) SIL3 certified
Built-in Features: Brake chopper, macros for applications
Fieldbus Options: Profibus, CAN open, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus

Applications:

Packaging and bottling machinery
Conveyors and material handling
Food & beverage machinery
Lifting, hoisting, woodworking, plastics, and rubber

ACS380 Machinery Drive

Kudamm Corporation proudly offers the ABB ACS380 Drive, part of ABB’s all-compatible family. Built for OEMs and machinery builders, it combines reliability, adaptive programming, and fieldbus connectivity.

Product Overview:
The ACS380 Drive (0.25 – 22 kW) is compact yet powerful. It supports advanced motor control and comes with built-in EMC filter, brake chopper, and Modbus RTU, making integration fast and cost-effective.

Technical Specifications:

Power Range: 0.25 – 22 kW (0.37–30 HP)
Built-in Features: Brake chopper, EMC filter, Modbus RTU
Programming: Adaptive programming to replace external PLCs in some cases
Enclosure: IP20, robust design
Safety: Safe Torque Off (STO, SIL3 certified)
Connectivity: Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, CANopen

Applications:

Conveyors and mixers
Extruders and winding machines
Cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment
General-purpose OEM machinery

ACS560 General Purpose Drive
As ABB’s trusted channel partner, Kudamm Corporation provides ABB ACS560 Drives — simple, reliable, and energy-efficient VFDs designed for a wide range of industrial and HVAC applications.

Product Overview:
The ACS560 Drive (0.75 – 160 kW) is an all-in-one general-purpose VFD. It comes with plug-and-play simplicity, built-in energy optimizer, and broad fieldbus compatibility to save time, energy, and costs.

Technical Specifications:

Power Range: 0.75 – 160 kW (1–250 HP)
Built-in Features: EMC filter, Modbus RTU, Safe Torque Off (SIL3)
Enclosure: IP20/IP21 options
Connectivity: Supports Profinet, Profibus, EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, BACnet
User Interface: Icon-based control panel, optional Bluetooth-enabled keypad

Applications:

Pumps, fans, and compressors
HVAC systems
Conveyors and material handling
Food & beverage, textile, pharma industries

ABB ACS580 General Purpose Drive

The ABB ACS580 General Purpose Drive is an all-compatible VFD designed for simplicity, reliability, and energy efficiency across a wide range of industries.

Product Overview:
The ACS580 Drive (0.75 – 500 kW) comes with all essential features built-in, making installation and commissioning quick and hassle-free. With its intuitive control panel, built-in EMC filter, Safe Torque Off (STO), and energy optimizer, the ACS580 helps industries reduce downtime, save power, and increase process reliability.

Technical Specifications:

Power Range: 0.75 to 500 kW
Enclosures: IP21/UL Type 1 and IP55/UL Type 12 available
Control Type: Scalar and vector control with Energy Optimizer
Built-in Features: EMC filter, AC/DC choke, STO (SIL3), Modbus RTU
Optional: Bluetooth-enabled control panel, fieldbus adapters (Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP, EtherCAT, etc.)
Tools: Drive Composer PC tool for setup, data logging, and remote monitoring

Applications:

HVAC (fans, compressors, blowers, pumps)
Water treatment plants
Food & Beverage mixers, centrifuges, conveyors
Material handling & logistics systems
Textile and printing industry
Agriculture (irrigation and ventilation fans)

ACS880 Industrial Drive

The ABB ACS880 Industrial Drive is designed for heavy-duty applications where precision, safety, and connectivity are critical.

Product Overview:
The ACS880 Drive (up to 3200 kW) is part of ABB’s all-compatible family. Equipped with Direct Torque Control (DTC), it provides unparalleled motor control, fast load response, and flexibility to connect with all major automation systems.

Technical Specifications:

Power Range: Up to 3200 kW
Motor Types Supported: Induction, permanent magnet, synchronous reluctance, and high-speed motors
Control Technology: ABB’s DTC (Direct Torque Control)
Built-in Features: Modbus RTU, input choke, Safe Torque Off (STO)
Optional: EMC filters, brake chopper, du/dt filters, sine filters
Safety: SIL3-certified functions (SLS, SS1, SDI, SBC)
Approvals: CE, UL, CSA, marine approvals, ATEX options available

Applications:

Oil & Gas, Mining, and Metals
Cranes & Hoists
Paper & Pulp industry
Cement and Power plants
Automotive manufacturing
Marine and water treatment plants

ACS880 Regenerative Drive

The ABB ACS880 Regenerative Drive is built for industries that require frequent braking, controlled deceleration, and maximum energy savings.

Product Overview:
The ACS880 Regenerative Drive feeds braking energy back into the supply network instead of wasting it as heat. It is ideal for high-inertia applications, providing smooth operation, reduced energy costs, and compliance with power quality standards like IEEE-519.

Technical Specifications:

Functionality: Continuous electrical braking and energy regeneration
Control: DTC (Direct Torque Control) platform for high precision
Integration: Supports common DC bus systems for multi-drive applications
Built-in Features: STO, input choke for harmonics reduction
Options: Ultra-low harmonic (ULH) variants available for sensitive plants
Safety & Compliance: SIL3-certified safety, ATEX options, global approvals

Applications:

Cranes & Hoists
Elevators & Escalators
Test benches & Dynamometers
Winding/Unwinding machines
Press lines & Centrifuges

Conveyor systems with frequent starts/stops

HVAC Drives

The ABB ACH180 is a compact and cost-effective HVACR drive designed for small to mid-size buildings and OEM HVACR applications. Covering 0.37 to 22 kW, it offers built-in EMC filter, BACnet MS/TP, Modbus RTU, Safe Torque Off (SIL3), and adaptive programming – ensuring safe, reliable, and energy-efficient performance.

Technical Specs:

Power range: 0.37 – 22 kW
Voltage: 1ph 230 V, 3ph 230 V & 3ph 400 V
Motor control: Induction, PM, SynRM motors
Safety: Built-in STO SIL3/PL e
Enclosure: IP20 compact footprint, side-by-side mount
Temperature: Up to 60°C with derating
Communication: BACnet, Modbus, Bluetooth (optional)

Applications:

Air Handlers, Fan Coils, HVAC Fans & Pumps
Cooling Towers & Heat Pumps
Compressors & Humidifiers
Burners & Small Chillers

ABB ACH531 | Reliable HVAC Drive for Medium Applications

Overview:
The ABB ACH531 is an industry-specific HVAC drive for fans, pumps, compressors, chillers, and AHUs in commercial and industrial buildings. With power range 0.75 to 75 kW, built-in EMC filter, dual DC reactor, STO SIL3, and HVAC-specific macros, ACH531 ensures reliability, safety, and energy efficiency.

Technical Specs:

Power range: 0.75 – 75 kW
Voltage: 3ph 380 – 480 V
Motor control: Scalar & Vector (Induction + PM motors)
Safety: Safe Torque Off SIL3 built-in

EMC compliance: EN 61800-3 C2, reduced harmonics
UI: HVAC basic control panel, multi-language menus
Ambient: -15°C to 50°C with derating

Applications:

Fans, Pumps, Compressors
Air Handling Units, Chillers, Cooling Towers

HVAC systems in hospitals, data centers, airports, tunnels, and commercial buildings

ABB ACH580 | Next-Gen HVAC Drive with Full HVAC Functionality

The ABB ACH580 is the flagship HVAC drive covering 0.75 to 500 kW (1 – 700 HP), designed for the most demanding HVAC applications. With HVAC-specific firmware, ultra-low harmonic (ULH) versions, built-in BACnet/IP, Modbus, Bluetooth, energy calculators, and safety STO, ACH580 ensures top efficiency, safety, and comfort.

Technical Specs: