{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1746-c7-chassis-interconnect-cable","title":"Allen Bradley 1746-C7 Chassis Interconnect Cable","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for multi-chassis backplane signal distribution in SLC 500 controller networks, the \u003cstrong\u003eAllen Bradley 1746-C7\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003e1746-C7\u003c\/strong\u003e Chassis Interconnect Cable) provides direct physical and electrical execution of inter-chassis data and power bridging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1746-C7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen Bradley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.13 lbs (0.06 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 feet (0.15 meters) length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial ambient range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 mA at 5 VDC \/ 85 mA at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlots Occupied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 (Cable assembly)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1492-CABLE010H, 1792-IFM40F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfinet \/ EtherNet\/IP Deterministic Networks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1746-C7 enables backplane bus communication velocity across expanded SLC 500 chassis architectures by maintaining electrical continuity for parallel communication signals. The cable facilitates I\/O density scaling by allowing the connection of secondary chassis, provided the total power draw does not exceed the capacity of the primary power supply. Firmware flash compatibility remains independent of this cable, as it functions strictly as a physical interconnect. Deterministic network performance is maintained through the low-impedance path provided by the cable assembly, ensuring that timing constraints for remote chassis data packets remain within the established SLC 500 bus parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the 1746-C7 be extended to lengths greater than 0.5 feet?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The cable is designed for a fixed length of 0.5 feet (0.15 meters). Extending this length will cause signal propagation delays and impedance mismatches, which lead to bus communication errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is this cable hot-swappable during system operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. System power must be removed from both the primary and expansion chassis before connecting or disconnecting the 1746-C7 to prevent electrical damage to the backplane communication drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e De-energize all chassis power supplies before cable installation. Ensure a zero-energy state exists on the backplane communication pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Align the cable connectors with the backplane ports on the chassis. Insert until the locking clips engage to provide positive strain relief and electrical connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not subject the cable to sharp bends or mechanical stress. Ensure that no high-voltage AC cables are routed within the same conduit or cable tray as the 1746-C7 to prevent induced noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinuity Verification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Following installation, perform a visual inspection of the connector seats and check for any debris that may inhibit contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperational Check:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify the communication link between chassis by monitoring the SLC controller status. 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