Allen-Bradley micrologix 1500 User Manual

1 Publication 1764-UM001B-EN-P - April 2002
Chapter 3
Wiring Your Controller
This chapter describes how to wire your controller. Topics include:
• wiring requirements
• using surge suppressors
• grounding guidelines
• sinking and sourcing circuits
• wiring diagrams, input voltage ranges, and output voltage
ranges
• minimizing noise
Wiring Requirements
Wire Type
Wire Size
(1)
(1) Two wires maximum per terminal screw.
Wiring Torque
Solid Cu-90°C (194°F) #14 to #22 AWG 1.13 Nm (10 in-lb) rated
1.3 Nm (12 in-lb) maximum
Stranded Cu-90°C (194°F) #14 to #22 AWG
ATTENTION
!
Be careful when stripping wires. Wire fragments that
fall into the controller could cause damage. Once
wiring is complete, be sure the base unit is free of all
metal fragments before removing protective debris
strips and installing the processor unit. Failure to
remove strips before operating can cause
overheating.

Allen-Bradley micrologix 1500 Specifications

General

Processor Type	16-bit
Programming Language	Ladder Logic
Mounting	DIN rail or panel mount
Programming Software	RSLogix 500
Communication Ports	RS-232
Power Supply	24V DC
Operating Temperature	0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F)
Controller Type	Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)