The Allen-Bradley 1746-IB16 is a high-density discrete input module engineered for the SLC 500 programmable controller platform. It provides sixteen (16) current-sinking input channels, operating at a nominal 24V DC. This module is designed to interface a wide range of field devices, including proximity sensors, limit switches, and photoelectric sensors, into a single-slot footprint within an SLC 500 chassis.
The 1746-IB16 is widely used in industrial automation environments requiring high-density digital input monitoring. Typical applications include machine control, process monitoring, and assembly line automation where multiple DC-powered sensors must be integrated into a single SLC 500 rack.
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Product Line | SLC 500 |
| Module Type | Digital DC Input Module |
| Number of Inputs | 16 (Current Sinking) |
| Voltage Category | 24V DC |
| Operating Voltage Range | 10–30V DC |
| Signal Delay (ON/OFF) | 8 ms |
| Backplane Current (5V DC) | 0.05 A |
| Total Heat Dissipation | 3.6 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 60 degC (32 to 140 degF) |
The 1746-IB16 is a current-sinking input module, meaning it requires the field device to switch the positive voltage to the input terminal.
Yes, the 1746-IB16 comes with a removable terminal block to facilitate easier field wiring and module replacement.
The module features a hardware-based signal delay of 8 ms for both ON and OFF transitions to help filter out mechanical switch chatter and electrical noise.
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