Features:
- Thirteen-slot modular architecture supports flexible installation of SLC 500 processors, communication modules, and I/O cards.
- Convection cooling design eliminates fan requirements while maintaining reliable thermal performance inside industrial cabinets.
- Compatibility with EtherNet/IP adapters and expansion modules supports modernization and scalable automation system upgrades.
Allen-Bradley 1746-A13 is a modular chassis platform developed for SLC 500 programmable logic controller systems used in industrial automation applications. The chassis provides 13 available slots for installation of processors, I/O modules, communication interfaces, and power supplies. Modular construction allows system customization according to machine control and process automation requirements. The chassis also supports long-term system maintenance and expansion strategies through broad module compatibility.
The chassis uses convection cooling technology to maintain stable operating temperatures without relying on additional cooling fans. Allen-Bradley 1746-A13 supports backplane current ratings of 10A at 5.1V DC and 2.88A at 24V DC for installed modules. Panel mounting capability simplifies enclosure integration while molded latches and mounting tabs improve installation stability. Flexible support for analog and digital I/O modules further expands application possibilities across industrial control systems.
Allen-Bradley 1746-A13 is commonly used in manufacturing facilities, material handling systems, packaging lines, and industrial process control environments. The chassis operates reliably in temperatures from 0°C to +60°C with humidity tolerance up to 95% noncondensing. Integration with communication modules and EtherNet/IP adapters helps extend the operational life of existing SLC systems. Continued support for replacement power supplies, accessories, and lifecycle management strategies also makes the chassis suitable for maintaining legacy automation infrastructures.
The 1746-A13 Allen-Bradley SLC 13 Slots Chassis may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
Allen-Bradley 1746-A13 SLC 13 Slots Chassis Manuals,Datasheets,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.
Allen-Bradley 1746-A13 SLC 13 Slots Chassis Specs
General
- Manufacturer Allen-Bradley
- Model 1746-A13
- Condition New Original ready stock
- Product Family 1746-A4,1746-A7,1746-A10
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.
- UL Safety Certification: Certified by UL Industrial Control Equipment Safety Standards, demonstrating that its enclosure and electrical structure comply with stringent North American safety regulations.
- CE Mark Compliance: Fully compliant with European EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives and Low Voltage Directives, ensuring safe operation in complex European industrial environments.
- C-Tick Certification: Meets the radio communication and electromagnetic interference restrictions of Australia and New Zealand, qualifying for global market access.
- Class I Div 2: Obtained hazardous area explosion-proof certification, allowing installation in harsh Zone 2 industrial environments with flammable gases or vapors.
- Large Distributed I/O Stations: Used as remote I/O expansion racks in medium to large-sized factories, centrally installing 13 modules to acquire hundreds of field signals.
- Legacy System Upgrades: Used to replace early-damaged SLC racks, achieving hardware replacement without changing the original wiring and programming.
- Multi-Axis Hybrid Control Systems: Accommodates multiple high-speed counting, analog, and positioning modules, providing a centralized hardware base for complex packaging machines or conveyor lines.
- Centralized Process Monitoring: In water treatment or chemical batching systems, utilizes 13 large-capacity tanks to centrally install analog input modules such as temperature and pressure.
- Hardware Version Compatibility: This rack uses a purely physical backplane structure, requiring no independent firmware upgrades. Backward compatibility is ensured through hardware revisions (Series).
- Processor Compatibility: Perfectly supports all versions of the SLC 500 series processors (such as SLC 5/01 to 5/05) for seamless communication.
- Module Plug and Play: Backplane-embedded logic supports dynamic addressing and underlying firmware data exchange for various generations of I/O modules and special function modules.
- Rack Interconnect Support: With 1746-C7 or C9 cables, multiple racks can be connected in series, with channel scanning and resource allocation handled uniformly by the main controller firmware.