ABB Capacitors — Industrial Power Factor Correction & Drive Capacitors
Source ABB capacitors through Specap for industrial power factor correction, variable frequency drive DC link capacitors, and power quality solutions with in-stock and quote-assisted sourcing support.
Power Factor Correction
ABB CLMD series and industrial PFC capacitors for facility power quality improvement and utility compliance.
Drive Capacitors
DC link and bus capacitors for ABB variable frequency drives, inverters, and power conversion systems.
In-Stock + Quote Paths
Buy immediately on stocked items or request assisted sourcing for specific ABB part numbers and configurations.
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Spec-based matching for ABB capacitor replacements and compatible alternatives from other manufacturers.
About ABB Capacitors
ABB (ASEA Brown Boveri) is a Swiss-Swedish multinational corporation headquartered in Zurich, and one of the world's largest industrial automation and power technology companies. ABB's capacitor product lines focus on high-power industrial applications: power factor correction (PFC) capacitor banks, DC link capacitors for variable frequency drives (VFDs), and harmonic filter capacitors for power quality systems.
ABB's CLMD series is the industry standard for industrial power factor correction, installed in manufacturing plants, commercial buildings, and utility substations worldwide. Their DC link capacitors are integral to ABB's own ACS and ACH series variable frequency drives, which control motors in everything from HVAC systems to heavy industrial processes.
ABB Capacitor Product Lines
| Product | Type | Key Specifications | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLMD Series | LV Power Factor Correction | Up to 50 kvar, 440-525V, 3-phase | Industrial PFC banks, commercial buildings |
| CLMF Series | Detuned Filter Capacitor | Harmonic filtering, 440V rated | Plants with VFDs, non-linear loads |
| DC Link Capacitors | DC Bus Film Capacitor | 600-1200V DC, high ripple current | ACS/ACH drives, inverters, UPS |
| MV Capacitors | Medium Voltage PFC | Up to 24 kV, single/three-phase | Utility substations, large industrial |
Common ABB Drive Capacitor Replacements
One of the most frequent ABB capacitor sourcing requests involves DC link capacitor replacement in aging ABB variable frequency drives. As VFDs age, the electrolytic or film capacitors in the DC bus degrade, leading to reduced performance, increased ripple, and eventual drive failure. Common replacement scenarios include:
- ACS800 series — Industrial drives widely deployed in manufacturing, mining, and oil & gas. DC link capacitors typically need replacement after 7-10 years of continuous operation.
- ACS600 series — Legacy drives still in service at many industrial facilities. Replacement capacitors may be on long lead times from ABB directly.
- ACH550 series — HVAC-specific drives used in building automation. Capacitor bank replacement can extend drive life by 5-7 years vs. full drive replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of ABB capacitors do you sell?
We source ABB power factor correction capacitors (CLMD series), DC link capacitors for variable frequency drives, capacitor banks for industrial power quality, and ABB harmonic filter capacitors.
Where can I buy ABB power factor correction capacitors?
You can buy ABB PFC capacitors from Specap through our quote workflow. We support sourcing for CLMD series and other ABB power capacitor families for industrial installations.
Can you source ABB drive capacitors?
Yes. We source DC link and bus capacitors for ABB variable frequency drives (VFDs), including replacement capacitors for ACS and ACH series drives.
Do you offer ABB capacitor bank components?
Yes. We can source individual ABB capacitors for capacitor bank assemblies, as well as replacement units for existing ABB automatic power factor correction systems.
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