Allen Bradley | 1746-A13 | SLC 500 Series | 13-Slot I/O Chassis

Product Description

The 1746-A13 chassis from Allen Bradley’s SLC 500 series provides a robust mounting platform for up to thirteen I/O modules. Designed for panel-mounted installations, it ensures reliable backplane connectivity and stable operation in industrial automation environments. With durable construction and optimized airflow clearance, it supports long-term system performance in demanding applications.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Allen Bradley

• Product Line: SLC 500

• Part Number: 1746-A13

• Category: PLCs

• Module Type: I/O Chassis

• Number of Slots: 13 module slots

• Backplane Current Capacity:

• 5.1 VDC @ 10 A

• 24 VDC @ 2.88 A

• Physical Dimensions: 50.2 × 17.1 × 14.5 cm (20.1 × 6.8 × 5.8 in)

• Weight: 4.06 lbs (1.84 kg)

• Mounting Method: Panel mount

• Mounting Tabs: 8 tabs for secure installation

• Operating Temperature Range: 0 °C to +60 °C (32 °F to +140 °F)

• Storage Temperature Range: –40 °C to +85 °C (–40 °F to +185 °F)

• Relative Humidity: 5–95% non-condensing

• Mounting Clearance Requirements:

• Top clearance: >15.3 cm (6.0 in)

• Side clearance: >10.2 cm (4.0 in)

• Enclosure Type: Open-style

Key Features

• 13-slot chassis for flexible I/O expansion.

• High backplane current capacity for reliable module operation.

• Rugged design suitable for industrial environments.

• Optimized clearance for airflow and heat dissipation.

• Compatible with Allen Bradley SLC 500 modules.

Application Scenarios

• Industrial control systems requiring multiple I/O modules.

• Manufacturing automation with high-density module configurations.

• Legacy SLC 500 installations needing expansion capacity.

FAQ

Q: How many modules can the 1746-A13 chassis support?   A: It accommodates up to 13 I/O modules.

Q: What is the recommended mounting method?  A: The chassis is designed for secure panel mounting with eight mounting tabs.

Q: How does this compare to the 1746-A10 chassis?  A: The 1746-A13 offers 13 slots, while the 1746-A10