Overview
The Allen-Bradley 1492-CABLE005Y is a factory pre-wired digital interface cable designed for rapid, code-compliant integration of Bulletin 1492 wiring systems with PLC I/O modules. This prewired cable features 40 conductors, 22 AWG, with 1756-TBCH and IFM 40 pin Connector, measuring 0.5 meter (1.64 Foot). Unlike field-terminated cables, pre-wired assemblies eliminate error-prone on-site wiring while maintaining consistent impedance and shielding for noise-free industrial automation systems.
Key Features
- Pre-tested and pre-wired: Connects to digital, analog, and high speed counter PLC I/O modules through pre-wired and pre-tested cables
- 40-conductor design: Accommodates 16-point isolated or 32-point I/O modules with full signal integrity
- Modular connectors: 1756-TBCH removable terminal blocks for field-replaceable termination
- Industrial compliance: Certified to C-TICK, CCC, CE, and CSA standards
- Compact 0.5m length: Ideal for panel-mounted and modular control systems with tight enclosure spacing
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | 1492-CABLE005Y |
| Cable Length | 0.5 meter (1.64 feet) |
| Conductor Count | 40 conductors |
| Wire Gauge (AWG) | 22 AWG |
| Voltage Rating | 300 Volts |
| Connector Type | 1756-TBCH Removable Terminal Block / IFM 40-pin |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 80°C |
| Temperature Rating | 80°C |
| Standards | C-TICK, CCC, CE, CSA |
| Manufacturer | Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) |
| Product Type | Digital Cable Connection Products |
Typical Applications
The Bulletin 1492 wiring systems are compatible with modular I/O modules for Bulletin 1756 ControlLogix, 1769 CompactLogix, 1746 SLC 500, and 1771 PLC-5. The 1492-CABLE005Y is ideal for:
- Panel-integrated I/O wiring for 16-point isolated digital I/O modules
- Machine control enclosures with space constraints requiring short cable runs
- Quick-disconnect applications where terminal blocks must remain field-accessible
- MicroLogix 1200 (40 I/O base only) and 1500 packaged controllers, plus PowerFlex 700H and 700S drives
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Bulletin 1756 ControlLogix Modular I/O
- Bulletin 1769 CompactLogix Modular I/O
- Bulletin 1746 SLC 500 I/O Modules
- Bulletin 1771 PLC-5 I/O Modules
- MicroLogix 1200 (40 I/O base)
- MicroLogix 1500
- PowerFlex 700H and 700S Drives
- 1794 Flex I/O (with Flex D-shell base modules)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
This cable is the standard factory-wired interconnect for 1756 16-Point Isolated and 32-Point I/O modules. Verify the exact module series (A, B, C, or later revisions) before ordering to ensure connector compatibility with your terminal block version.
Works With
- Studio 5000 (ControlLogix and CompactLogix programming)
- RSLogix 5000 legacy systems
- MicroLogix programming environments
- Allen-Bradley Bulletin 1492 Interface Modules and wiring terminals
- EtherNet/IP and Industrial Ethernet networks (when integrated with compatible I/O gateways)
