{"product_id":"1746-a13-allen-bradley-slc-500-slc-13-slots-chassis","title":"1746-A13 Allen-Bradley SLC 500 SLC 13 Slots Chassis","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1746-A13\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e1746-A13\u003c\/strong\u003e SLC 13 Slots Chassis, operates as a dedicated hardware component for mounting and powering SLC 500 I\/O modules within the SLC 500 backplane system. The chassis provides module slots, DC power distribution, and backplane communication support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Identification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1746-A13 is a fixed 13-slot chassis assembly designed for SLC 500 controllers and I\/O expansion modules. The unit supports panel mounting and provides the physical structure required for installing compatible 1746 series modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\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-A13\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\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSLC 500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSLC 13 Slots Chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.55 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 x 59.5 x 17 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to +60 deg C (+32 deg F to +140 deg F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 deg C to +85 deg C (-40 deg F to +185 deg F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanel Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 SLC 500 Module Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.1 VDC at 10 A; 24 VDC at 2.88 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley SLC 500 System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Distribution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane DC Power Supply Distribution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSLC 500 Backplane Bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control Platform Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1746-A13 chassis uses the SLC 500 backplane architecture for communication between installed processor modules, communication modules, and I\/O modules. The chassis provides the physical bus structure required for deterministic module-to-module data exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SLC 500 platform uses a modular I\/O density approach, allowing different input, output, analog, and communication modules to be installed according to application requirements. The chassis design maintains backplane bus communication velocity and module addressing consistency within the controller rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Allen-Bradley 1746-A13 SLC 500 13 Slot Chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Installed chassis backplane assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Mounting structure for panel installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional SLC 500 processor modules, power supplies, communication modules, and I\/O modules are not included unless specified separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePanel Mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the chassis on a rigid control panel surface using suitable mechanical fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain sufficient clearance around the chassis for module insertion and wiring access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the enclosure environment meets the required protection level for installed equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the DC power supply rating before connecting chassis power terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the backplane power loading remains within the specified current capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse proper grounding practices for the control cabinet and mounting panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert compatible 1746 series modules into the chassis slots with power removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck module keying and alignment before applying mechanical force.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify all modules are fully seated before system startup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the 1746-A13 chassis support SLC 500 I\/O modules?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The chassis is designed for mounting compatible Allen-Bradley SLC 500 1746 series processor, communication, and I\/O modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many modules can be installed on the 1746-A13?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chassis provides 13 available slots for SLC 500 system modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the backplane current capacity of the chassis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chassis supports 5.1 VDC at 10 A and 24 VDC at 2.88 A for installed SLC 500 modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 1746-A13 chassis designed for panel mounting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The chassis uses a panel mount configuration for installation inside industrial control cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the chassis include a power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chassis provides the backplane structure and power distribution interface. A compatible SLC 500 power supply is required separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan modules be replaced while the system is powered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHot-swapping is not specified for this chassis. Module replacement should normally be performed with power removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat communication method does the chassis use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chassis uses the SLC 500 backplane bus for communication between installed modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat environmental temperature range is supported?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe operating temperature range is specified as 0 deg C to +60 deg C, with storage from -40 deg C to +85 deg C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46066402492589,"sku":"1746-A13","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/1746-A13_13.jpg?v=1785138388","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/1746-a13-allen-bradley-slc-500-slc-13-slots-chassis","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}