Allen-Bradley 1746-OA16 | SLC 500 Digital AC Output Module

Product Description

The Allen-Bradley 1746-OA16 is a digital AC output module from the SLC 500 series, designed to provide sixteen independent output channels for general-purpose industrial applications. It supports a wide operating voltage range and delivers consistent performance across varying ambient conditions. With robust electrical specifications and reliable step response, this module is well-suited for integration into distributed control systems.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer Allen-Bradley

• Product Line SLC 500

• Part Number 1746-OA16

• Category PLCs

• Weight 1.00 lbs (0.45 kg)

• Module Type Digital AC Output Module

• Number of Outputs 16 channels

• Nominal Output Voltage 120/240 V AC

• Operating Voltage Range 85–264 V AC

• Output Delay (OFF → ON) 11 ms

• Output Delay (ON → OFF) 1 ms

• Leakage Current (OFF State) 2 mA

• Minimum Load Current 10 mA

• Continuous Current per Point

• 0.50 A at 30 °C (86 °F)

• 0.25 A at 55 °C (131 °F)

• Continuous Current per Module (Max)

• 8.0 A at 30 °C (86 °F)

• 4.0 A at 60 °C (140 °F)

• Backplane Current @ 5 V DC 370 mA

• Step Response 60 ms input, 2.5 ms output

• Ambient Operating Temperature 32–140 °F (0–60 °C)

Application Scenarios

• General-purpose AC output control in industrial automation

• Machine-level applications requiring multiple output points

• Systems needing reliable switching with low leakage current

FAQ

• Q: How many outputs does the module provide?  A: Sixteen AC output channels.

• Q: What is the operating voltage range?  A: 85–264 V AC.

• Q: What is the maximum current per module?  A: 8 A at 30 °C, 4 A at 60 °C.