{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1492-mua4-a13-a17-plc-5-to-controllogix-conversion-mounting-assembly","title":"Allen-Bradley 1492-MUA4-A13-A17 PLC-5 to ControlLogix Conversion Mounting Assembly","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1492-MUA4-A13-A17\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a specialized\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConversion Mounting Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesigned to bridge the gap between legacy and modern control architectures. This hardware facilitates the migration from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLC-5 (1771 series)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esystems to the high-performance\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControlLogix (1756 series)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplatform. Specifically, it allows engineers to mount a 1756-A13 or 1756-A17 chassis into the existing footprint of a 1771-A4B chassis. We supply this assembly as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginal equipment, providing a robust mechanical foundation for facility upgrades without the need for intensive panel drilling or rewiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1492-MUA4-A13-A17 provides precise mechanical alignment for mission-critical I\/O conversion:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllen-Bradley \/ Rockwell Automation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1492-MUA4-A13-A17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegacy Chassis Target\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1771-A4B (PLC-5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern Chassis Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1756-A13 or 1756-A17 (ControlLogix)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanical Mounting \u0026amp; Conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.42 lbs (2.46 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty Industrial Grade Steel\/Alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\/O Modernization and Retrofitting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates Panel Reconstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis assembly utilizes the existing mounting holes of the legacy 1771-A4B chassis. This eliminates the requirement for drilling, tapping, or metalwork within an active control cabinet, significantly reducing mechanical installation time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStreamlined Migration Path:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy providing a direct mechanical interface between PLC-5 and ControlLogix hardware, this kit simplifies the transition to modern EtherNet\/IP communication while maintaining the physical integrity of the original enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Structural Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 5.42 lb steel construction provides rigid support for fully populated 13-slot or 17-slot ControlLogix chassis. It ensures that the weight of the new modules does not compromise the mounting surface during high-vibration operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe mounting plate aligns the new 1756 chassis perfectly with existing I\/O conversion modules. This precision ensures that swing-arm adapters and wiring harnesses seat correctly, preventing intermittent signal loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduces Downtime:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe \"bolt-on\" nature of the 1492-MUA4-A13-A17 allows maintenance teams to execute hardware swaps during short planned outages, avoiding the extended downtime associated with complete panel rebuilds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Integration Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Removal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRemove the legacy 1771-A4B chassis while retaining the original mounting bolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePosition the 1492-MUA4-A13-A17 plate onto the existing mounting holes. Secure the plate using the retained hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControlLogix Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAttach the new 1756-A13 or 1756-A17 chassis to the conversion assembly. Ensure all mounting screws achieve the specified torque to maintain grounding integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring Harness Clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVerify that the depth of the new assembly allows sufficient clearance for existing cable ducts and swing-arm adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this assembly support a 1756-A10 chassis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo. The 1492-MUA4-A13-A17 features specific hole patterns designed for the dimensions of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1756-A13\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1756-A17\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echassis. Using a smaller chassis may result in misalignment with I\/O conversion modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this kit include the electrical I\/O conversion modules?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis part number refers strictly to the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emechanical mounting assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e. You must purchase the 1492 conversion modules and wiring cables separately to complete the electrical transition from PLC-5 to ControlLogix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the primary benefit of upgrading from the 1771-A4B?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1771-A4B is a legacy PLC-5 chassis. Migrating to the 1756 series via the 1492-MUA4-A13-A17 allows you to utilize modern Logix controllers, integrated motion, and EtherNet\/IP connectivity without replacing the existing field wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the assembly corrosion-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes. 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