Features:
- Supports current (4‑20mA) and voltage signals for diverse sensor connectivity.
- Enables quick module replacement without rewiring (1492‑RAIFM8‑3 variant).
- Works with 1746, 1756, 1769, 1771, and 1794 I/O modules.
The 1492‑AIFM8‑3 is an 8‑channel analog interface module designed to connect analog field devices—such as temperature sensors, pressure transmitters, and flow meters—to PLC analog I/O modules. It supports both current (4‑20 mA) and voltage (0‑10 V) signal types, making it versatile for various industrial applications. The 1492‑AIFM8‑3 reduces wiring time and eliminates errors by providing a pre‑wired termination point between sensors and the control system, ensuring reliable signal transmission in manufacturing, process control, and automation environments.
The 1492‑AIFM8‑3 is available in a removable terminal block variant (1492‑RAIFM8‑3) that allows the entire wiring assembly to be disconnected from the module without removing individual wires. This feature significantly reduces downtime during module replacement or troubleshooting. The 1492‑AIFM8‑3 uses 1492‑RTB16N (screw style) or 1492‑RTB16P (push‑in style) terminal blocks, ordered separately. This design simplifies maintenance and minimizes wiring errors, making the 1492‑AIFM8‑3 ideal for applications requiring frequent module changes.
The 1492‑AIFM8‑3 is compatible with a wide range of Allen‑Bradley analog I/O modules, including 1746‑NI8, 1756‑IF16, 1756‑IF8, 1769‑IF8, 1771‑IL, and 1794‑IE8. It supports multiple cable types including 1492‑ACABLE C, H, F, E, TD, TC, UA, TB, TA, UD, WB, and R, with lengths of 0.5m, 1.0m, 2.5m, and 5.0m (custom lengths also available). The 1492‑AIFM8‑3 includes a 10‑32 x .312 thread roll type TT screw for shield grounding and is ITC (Instrumentation Tray Cable) rated for panel or conduit use.
The 1492-AIFM8-3 AB 8-Channel Analog Interface Module may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond
End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
AB 1492-AIFM8-3 8-Channel Analog Interface Module Manuals,
Datasheets, Drivers, Link
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not
included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are
shown in USD.
AB 1492-AIFM8-3 8-Channel Analog Interface Module Specs
General
- Manufacturer AB
- Model 1492-AIFM8-3
- Condition New Original ready stock
- Product Family
1492-IFM40F,1492-IFM20F,1492-XIM4024-16R
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not
included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are
shown in USD.
- Water and Wastewater: It monitors fluid levels in tanks, water flow rates in pipes, and chemical quality values like pH.
- Oil and Gas: It tracks pipeline pressure, temperature changes, and oil flow volumes.
- Chemical Processing: It manages precise chemical mixing by reading data from control valves and weight sensors.
- Power Generation: It monitors steam pressure, turbine speeds, and cooling system temperatures.
- Electrical Isolation: It keeps high-voltage spikes on the factory floor from reaching and destroying your PLC.
- Blown-Fuse Indicators: Many modules in this family include small LED lights that turn on if a fuse breaks, showing you exactly where the problem is.
- Overcurrent Protection: It uses fuses to stop too much electricity from flowing through the wires if a sensor breaks.
- Signal Shielding: The module provides clean grounding points for shielded cables to stop electrical noise from messing up your data.
- Mounting: Snap the module firmly onto a standard 35mm DIN rail inside your electrical panel.
- PLC Connection: Use a special Allen-Bradley pre-wired cable to connect the module directly to your specific PLC I/O card.
- Field Wiring: Screw the wires from your field sensors into the clearly labeled terminal blocks on the module.