Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT 480W 24V DC Industrial Power Supply

Product Overview

The Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ is a high-performance, single-phase switched-mode DIN-rail power supply from Rockwell Automation’s Bulletin 1606-XL series, engineered to deliver a stable and regulated 24 V DC output at 480 W (20 A) for mission-critical industrial automation systems. Designed to convert a wide-range AC or DC input into clean, low-ripple DC power, the Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ serves as the primary power source for Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix processors, POINT I/O modules, PanelView terminals, safety relays, and a broad range of 24 V DC field devices including sensors, solenoids, and signal conditioners.Featuring a universal input range of 85–264 V AC (47–63 Hz) and 120–300 V DC with active Power Factor Correction (PFC >0.95), the Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ adapts automatically to global mains supplies without manual voltage selection, making it ideal for OEM machinery exported worldwide. The unit achieves up to 94% efficiency, minimizing heat generation and enabling dense panel layouts. A front-panel DC OK LED provides clear status indication, while remote inhibit (shutdown) terminals allow system-level power control. The output voltage is adjustable from 24 V to 28 V DC via a covered front potentiometer to compensate for line drop in long cable runs.Built for rugged industrial environments, the Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ employs fanless natural convection cooling, reducing dust ingress risk and eliminating a common mechanical wear point. It carries cULus Listed, CE, SEMI F47, and Class I Division 2 certifications, and supports parallel operation with current sharing for scalable power architectures. With an MTBF exceeding 500,000 hours and comprehensive overload, overvoltage, short-circuit, and overtemperature protection, this supply is a dependable cornerstone of modern control cabinet power distribution.

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Description

 

Technical Specifications

Product Model 1606-XL480EPT
Manufacturer Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley
Product Type Single-Phase Switched Mode Power Supply, 480 W
Nominal Output Voltage 24 V DC (adjustable 24–28 V DC)
Rated Output Current 20 A @ 24 V DC (480 W), 17.1 A @ 28 V DC
Peak Output Power 576 W (≤ 45 °C ambient)
Input Voltage Range 85–264 V AC (47–63 Hz), 120–300 V DC
Input Current < 5 A @ 230 V AC, < 10 A @ 115 V AC (full load)
Power Factor > 0.95 @ 230 V AC (Active PFC per EN 61000-3-2)
Efficiency Typ. 90.5% @ 230 V AC, full load; up to 94%
Output Ripple & Noise < 50 mV p-p (20 Hz–20 MHz bandwidth)
Hold-Up Time Typ. 30 ms @ 230 V AC, 20 A load
Operating Temperature -25 °C to +70 °C (full power to 60 °C; derating 12 W/°C above 60 °C)
Dimensions (W × H × D) 65 × 124 × 127 mm (2.56 × 4.88 × 5.00 in)
Mounting 35 mm DIN Rail (EN 60715)
Protection Rating IP20 (finger-safe screw terminals)
Weight Approx. 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
Safety & EMC Approvals cULus Listed (UL 508, UL 60950-1), CE, C-Tick, SEMI F47, ABS/GL Marine, Class I Div. 2
MTBF > 500,000 h (Telcordia SR-332 / Siemens SN 29500, 40 °C)

 

Main Features and Advantages

Wide universal input with active PFC: The Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ accepts 85–264 V AC single-phase and 120–300 V DC inputs with automatic range detection, removing the need for voltage-select jumpers or different part numbers for domestic versus export machinery. Integrated active Power Factor Correction maintains PF > 0.95, reducing reactive power draw and ensuring compliance with harmonic emission standards (EN 61000-3-2Class A).Exceptional efficiency and thermal management: At typical full-load conditions the Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ delivers up to 94% conversion efficiency, resulting in less than 32 W dissipated heat. The fanless convection-cooled design prolongs electrolytic capacitor life (rated 105 °C, long-life grade) and eliminates acoustic noise, making the unit suitable for quiet control rooms and sealed enclosures with proper ventilation spacing.Adjustable output and line-drop compensation: The 24 V DC output of the Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ is adjustable to 28 V DC via a front-panel potentiometer behind a protective cover. This allows the user to offset voltage drop on long feeder cables or to match the charging setpoint of downstream DC-UPS or buffer modules from the same 1606 accessory family.Robust protection and diagnostic feedback: The supply incorporates constant-current overload behavior with automatic recovery (hiccup-plus mode), short-circuit protection, overvoltage protection (≈33 V trip to hiccup mode), and thermal shutdown with auto-restart on cooldown. A green DC OK LED signals proper regulation; the unit also provides a dry-contact DC OK relay output and remote inhibit terminals (Remote Shutdown 1 & 2) for integration into safety or sequenced power-up schemes.Parallel operation with current sharing: Up to five Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ units can be paralleled using the selectable V/I characteristic (accessible via an external bridge—no enclosure opening required) to achieve true current sharing for higher power demand or N+1 redundancy when used with a 1606-XLSRED redundancy module.

Application Field

The Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ is specified as the central 24 V DC power source in control panels across discrete manufacturing, process skids, packaging lines, material handling systems, and building automation. Within an Allen-Bradley architecture, the Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ powers ControlLogix (1756) or CompactLogix (1769) processors, local and distributed I/O (POINT I/O 1734, FLEX I/O 1794), PanelView Plus HMI units, and Kinetix servo drive 24 V auxiliary supplies. Its 20 A continuous rating typically supports a medium-density I/O cluster plus several smart devices, eliminating the need for multiple lower-wattage supplies in the same enclosure.Machine builders and OEMs utilize the Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ to consolidate 24 V DC distribution for proximity switches, photoelectric sensors, inductive proximity detectors, pneumatic valve manifolds with 24 V pilot solenoids, and signal isolators—all from a single DIN-rail-mounted unit. The SEMI F47 compliance makes it suitable for semiconductor and flat-panel manufacturing facilities where voltage sag immunity is mandated.In applications where power continuity is critical, the Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ is paired with a 1606-XLB buffer module to bridge short mains interruptions (tens to hundreds of milliseconds) or with a 1606-XLCNET DC-UPS and battery pack for extended ride-through and graceful controlled shutdown. For maximum availability, two Allen-Bradley 1606-XL480EPT​ units can feed a 1606-XLSRED40 redundancy module to create a 1+1 fault-tolerant power architecture. The unit’s ATEX / Class I Div. 2 listing also qualifies it for use in hazardous-area classified process installations when mounted in a suitably certified enclosure.

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