The ACS850 industrial drive module has a removable memory block that stores the drive’s complete firmware, user settings and motor data, a feature that increases the flexibility of the drive and provides for easy maintenance. The drive module is designed for industrial machinery in the power range of 1.5 to 600 hp, including mixers, extruders, cranes and others. Another aspect of the ACS850 is its automatic energy optimizer, which allows the drive to operate at maximum efficiency. An onboard energy-saving calculator monitors energy usage and indicates the amount saved in kilowatt hours, dollars and tons of carbon dioxide. The ACS850 is also equipped with an integrated safety-torque-off feature that removes torque from the motor shaft. — ABB, New Berlin, Wisc.
ACS850 industrial drive module
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