Allen-Bradley 1746-IB16 16-Point DC Input Module

Description:

The Allen-Bradley 1746-IB16 SLC 16 Point DC Input Module is used in SLC 500 programmable controller systems to monitor and process discrete DC input signals from field devices. Commonly installed in manufacturing equipment, conveyor systems, packaging machinery, assembly lines, and process automation systems requiring reliable digital input monitoring. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this module for system expansion, replacement, retrofit projects, and upgrading existing SLC 500 control systems.

Applications:

The Allen-Bradley 1746-IB16 module is commonly used in industrial automation systems for monitoring proximity sensors, limit switches, pushbuttons, photoelectric sensors, and other discrete DC field devices in packaging equipment, material handling systems, machine tools, assembly machinery, and process control applications.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley
• Part Number: 1746-IB16
• Product Type: DC Input Module
• Series: SLC 500
• Number of Inputs: 16 Digital Inputs
• Input Voltage Range: 10–30 VDC
• Nominal Input Voltage: 24 VDC
• Input Configuration: 16 Points, Common Grouped
• Backplane Current Draw: 0.05 A at 5 VDC
• Signal Delay: 8 ms ON, 8 ms OFF (Typical)
• Isolation: Optically Isolated Inputs
• Terminal Connection: Removable Terminal Block
• Compatible Chassis: 1746 SLC 500 Chassis
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
• Mounting Application: Industrial Control Panels and Automation Systems

Common Replacements:

• Allen-Bradley 1746-IB32
• Allen-Bradley 1746-IV16
• Allen-Bradley 1746-IB8