Allen-Bradley 1606-XL240E-3 DC Series A 240W Power Supply 10A SER A 10:47

The Allen-Bradley 1606-XL240E-3 is a robust, single-phase, 24V DC power supply unit from the renowned Bulletin 1606-XL family. Designed for industrial automation and control applications, this 240-watt power supply delivers a clean, stable, and reliable 10-amp output, making it an ideal choice for powering PLCs, sensors, relays, contactors, and other critical control system components.

As part of Rockwell Automation’s comprehensive component portfolio, the 1606-XL240E-3 is engineered for high performance in demanding environments, offering features like convection cooling (no fan required), comprehensive protection circuits, and a wide operating temperature range.

Key Features & Benefits

• High Efficiency & Low Power Dissipation: With an efficiency of up to 95%, this power supply minimizes energy loss and heat generation. This reduces operating costs and allows for convection cooling (fanless operation), which eliminates a common point of failure, reduces noise, and prevents dust accumulation.

• Rugged & Reliable Design: Built to withstand the harsh conditions of industrial settings. It features a robust metal housing, screw-type terminals for secure connections, and a wide operating temperature range of -25 to +70°C (-13 to +158°F) with derating.

• Comprehensive Protections: Includes built-in safeguards to protect both the power supply and your connected equipment:

  • Overload and Short-Circuit Protection: Automatically limits output current and recovers once the fault is cleared.

  • Overvoltage Protection: Shields sensitive downstream devices from voltage spikes.

• Wide Range AC Input: Accepts a broad input voltage range of 85-264V AC (47-63 Hz), making it compatible with standard power grids worldwide and tolerant of line fluctuations without compromising performance.

• Buffered Output & LED Status: A “Power Good” LED indicator provides instant visual confirmation of output status. The built-in output buffer (holdup time) ensures the output remains stable during brief input voltage dips, enhancing system stability.

• Global Safety Approvals: Certified to UL 508, CUL (CSA), and CE standards, ensuring compliance for use in North America and the European Union.

Technical Specifications

Typical Applications

The 1606-XL240E-3 is perfectly suited for a wide array of industrial automation and control applications, including:

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Systems: Providing primary power for ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Micro800 series, and other controllers.

• Industrial Control Panels: Powering relays, contactors, motor starters, and HMIs within a main control cabinet.

• Sensor & Actuator Networks: Supplying power to large arrays of 24V DC sensors, photoelectric eyes, and solenoid valves.

• Distributed I/O Systems: Acting a reliable power source for Point I/O, ArmorBlock, and other distributed I/O modules.