{"product_id":"1746-hsce2-allen-bradley-slc-500-multi-channel-high-speed-counter-module","title":"1746-HSCE2 | Allen Bradley SLC 500 Multi-Channel High-Speed Counter Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen Bradley 1746-HSCE2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a high-performance, multi-channel counter module designed for the SLC 500 platform. This module processes high-speed pulse signals from encoders and switches that exceed the standard PLC scan capability. It provides the essential interface for precision motion control, positioning, and rate measurement applications. We offer this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring original factory performance for your critical automation infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax. Input Frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 MHz (1 Megahertz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e±A1, ±B1, ±Z1, ±A2, ±B2, ±Z2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 Single-Ended and 2 Differential Quadrature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Input Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5V DC \/ 24V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Voltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.2–12V DC; 10–30V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 Total (4 Real \/ 4 Virtual)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpdate Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 Milliseconds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMin. Pulse Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e475 ns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackplane Current (5V)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e250 mA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Slot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 (Single Slot)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Signal Capture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1 MHz input frequency allows the module to track high-resolution encoders on fast-moving production lines without missing pulses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Fast Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA 1.5 millisecond update time ensures the control loop receives data almost instantaneously. This minimizes lag in high-speed sorting, bottling, or packaging applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Signal Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDual nominal voltage ranges (5V and 24V DC) allow direct connection to a wide variety of TTL and industrial encoders. This eliminates the need for external signal conditioners or voltage level shifters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifferential Wiring for Noise Immunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy utilizing the differential quadrature inputs, engineers can mitigate electromagnetic interference (EMI). This configuration maintains signal integrity across long cable runs in harsh industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module fits into a single SLC 500 chassis slot, maximizing I\/O density and reducing the overall footprint of the control cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of I\/O connector does the 1746-HSCE2 use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module requires the 1746-RT25G removable terminal block. This design allows you to replace modules without rewiring the entire field interface, significantly reducing maintenance downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the module support both single-ended and differential encoders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 1746-HSCE2 supports 4 single-ended inputs and 2 differential quadrature inputs, providing the flexibility to interface with diverse hardware standards in one unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a \"New\" or \"Refurbished\" unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe supply the 1746-HSCE2 in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econdition. 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