{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1746-sim-slc-500-input-simulator-module","title":"Allen-Bradley 1746-SIM SLC 500 Input Simulator Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1746-SIM\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 16-channel input simulator module for Allen-Bradley SLC 500 programmable logic controller (PLC) systems. Designed to directly replace the removable terminal block (RTB) on compatible 16-channel digital input modules, it provides 16 onboard toggle switches that allow automation engineers and maintenance personnel to manually simulate 24 VDC sinking inputs during system testing, code verification, and fault diagnosis without external field wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFunctional Operation and Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module attaches directly to the front interface of designated 16-channel 24 VDC input modules. Equipped with gold-plated contact pins for reliable signal integrity, the \u003cstrong\u003e1746-SIM\u003c\/strong\u003e converts physical switch positions into discrete input states for local PLC logic validation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModule Compatibility Warning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstalling the 1746-SIM on modules other than those specified above can cause permanent equipment damage and expose maintenance personnel to dangerous voltage levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower Supply and Connection Rules\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1746-SIM\u003c\/strong\u003e requires an external 24 VDC power connection applied across terminals A and B on the unit. In standard operational setups, this power can be supplied directly from the 24 VDC auxiliary user power output of the host SLC 500 chassis power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo facilitate wiring, the terminal connector can be removed prior to applying power lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1746-SIM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDevice Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital Input Simulator Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1746-IB16, 1746-ITB16, 1746-IV16, 1746-ITV16, 1746-IN16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 input toggle switches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Voltage Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact Plating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current (5 VDC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e215 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Update Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounts to existing 1-slot 16-point I\/O module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible RTB Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1746-RT26, 1746-RT27, 1492-AIFMQS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C (-13 to 140 deg F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to 85 deg C (-40 to 185 deg F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 to 95% non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVibration Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 g @ 10-500 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHazardous Location Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirectives \u0026amp; Standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow Voltage Directive 73\/23\/EEC, EN 61131-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.25 lbs (0.11 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the host SLC 500 rack and module power are completely switched off before installation or removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the standard wiring RTB (such as 1746-RT26 or 1746-RT27) from the compatible 16-channel input module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the gold-plated pins of the \u003cstrong\u003e1746-SIM\u003c\/strong\u003e with the terminal interface of the input module and press firmly into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire the 24 VDC power supply lines to terminals A and B on the simulator unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the 1746-SIM be inserted or removed while the SLC 500 rack is powered (hot-swapped)? 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