{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1606-xls240e-xls-power-supply-240w-24vdc-10a","title":"Allen-Bradley 1606-XLS240E XLS Power Supply 240W 24VDC 10A","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Operational Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1606-XLS240E (1606XLS240E)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a high-efficiency power conversion station within the Allen-Bradley plant automation architecture, engineered precisely to the factory designation\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXLS Power Supply 240W 24VDC 10\u003c\/strong\u003e. Deployed across demanding heavy industries like petrochemical processing, automated automotive assembly lines, and high-capacity mining operations, this module stabilizes the critical 24 VDC control bus. By providing a built-in 150 percent short-term power reserve (PowerBoost), it releases up to 15 A of peak current for 4 seconds to overcome high inrush cycles from heavy inductive loads, such as DC motor brakes and large contactor coils. This rapid response capacity ensures uninterrupted controller operation, preventing erratic voltage dips and reducing critical system downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCircuit Architecture and Engineering Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underlying topology of this XLS performance power supply integrates a synchronous rectification circuit with an active power factor correction (PFC) stage to deliver a nominal conversion efficiency of up to 93.5 percent. Its advanced universal input matrix accommodates both single-phase AC line inputs and steady DC source links without requiring mechanical toggle jumpers. For enhanced diagnostic visibility, the unit features an electrically isolated dry DC-OK relay contact coupled with a prominent front-panel LED status indicator, providing instant real-time health tracking to local PLC inputs. Built-in defense loops include continuous output overvoltage clamping, sustained short-circuit protection, and an automatic thermal shutdown mechanism that isolates critical internal components from severe field load faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter Metric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Technical 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10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Power Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e240 W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Output Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 VDC (Factory calibrated at 24.1 VDC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Voltage Adjustment Window\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 to 28 VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Rated Output Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10.0 A @ 24 VDC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8.6 A @ 28 VDC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak PowerBoost Reserve Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15.0 A @ 24 VDC (Up to 4 seconds maximum duration)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range (AC line)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 to 240 VAC nominal (Operational limits: 85 to 276 VAC, 50\/60 Hz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range (DC link)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e110 to 150 VDC nominal (Operational limits: 88 to 187 VDC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConversion Efficiency (Typical)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93.5 percent @ 230 VAC input and full load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Losses at Full Load\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16.7 W @ 230 VAC input\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Ripple and Noise (Max)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 mV peak-to-peak (20 MHz bandwidth limited)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMains Hold-up Time Buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46 ms @ 120 VAC \/ 47 ms @ 230 VAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation Barrier Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInput-to-output: 3000 VAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInput-to-ground: 1500 VAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutput-to-ground: 500 VAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostic Relay Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry DC-OK Contact (Rated 60 VDC \/ 0.3 A, 30 VDC \/ 1 A, 30 VAC \/ 0.5 A)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTermination Connection 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Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIP20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Mechanism Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty 35 mm DIN-Rail snap lock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 x 124 x 117 mm (2.36 x 4.88 x 4.61 inches)\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\u003e0.90 kg (1.98 lbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat specific field behavior does the PowerBoost feature target on this power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PowerBoost system allows the 1606-XLS240E to safely supply 15 A instead of its nominal 10 A current for a full 4 seconds. This temporary current increase is designed to satisfy the massive inrush current demands of inductive elements like DC motor starters or heavy solenoids, stopping the power unit from tripping or entering a protective current-limiting cycle during load activation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan two standard 1606-XLS240E units be directly paralleled to create an N+1 redundant rail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but you must prevent a fault on one output from pulling down the entire control bus. To achieve a secure N+1 redundant layout, route the individual DC outputs of the two power units through an external diode isolation module, such as the Bulletin 1606-XLSRED series, before terminating at your main distribution blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the DC-OK relay output function during an unexpected field overcurrent fault?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DC-OK monitoring network continuously tracks the real-time output voltage. If an active short-circuit or massive overload drops the output potential below 90 percent of its calibrated value (approximately 21.6 VDC), the dry relay contact immediately opens and the front-panel green LED turns off, passing an active warning signal to your supervisory PLC logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Commissioning and Safety Declarations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConvection Thermal Clearances:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1606-XLS240E relies entirely on natural convection cooling to keep internal components within safe operating thresholds. You must maintain precise clearance zones around the module casing: a minimum of 40 mm (1.57 inches) at the top ventilation grid, 20 mm (0.79 inches) at the bottom grid, and 5 mm (0.20 inches) on both side panels. Restricting this airflow profile will cause internal heat buildup and significantly reduce the operational life of the internal capacitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibration-Resistant Wire Termination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis power supply features quick-connect spring-clamp terminal arrays that resist mechanical loosening in high-vibration applications. Strip field wire insulation back exactly 10 mm (0.39 inches) before insertion. Use copper conductors rated for 90 deg C minimum with wire gauges between 0.5 and 4.0 mm sq (20 to 10 AWG). Ensure the Protective Earth (PE) terminal is securely linked to the enclosure backplate to enable the integrated EMC filter networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Circuit Protection Coordination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTo insulate the building grid against internal component failures, install a dedicated external circuit breaker upstream of the input terminals. 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