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From our workshop
Repaired drives running motors on our bench, and notes on the repairs behind them. More on our YouTube channel.
Repair notes
ABB · 28 Sept 2026
Bench-testing an ABB ACS880 in scalar mode with Drive Composer
How we bring a repaired or unknown ACS880 up on the bench: backup first, scalar control, slow ramps, and the readings that tell us the power stage is healthy.
28 Sept 2026
What a full-load test catches that a bench power-up misses
A repaired drive that powers up and shows a healthy display can still fail on the first start at site. Why we run every repaired drive at rated current before it leaves.
28 Sept 2026
Why long-stored drives need their capacitors reformed
A spare drive that sat on the shelf for a year can fail the moment it is switched on. Here is why, and what we do about it.
Breakdown support
Drive down? Send us the nameplate.
A clear photo of the nameplate and the fault code on the display is usually enough for us to tell you what's likely wrong and what it will take.