Overview
The Allen-Bradley 700-HN153 is a heavy-duty relay socket designed for use with general-purpose and timing relays in industrial control and automation applications. This 11-blade socket features guarded screw terminals and robust electrical ratings of 15 amps at 300 volts, making it suitable for a wide range of motor control, machine automation, and process control circuits.
Key Features
- 11-Blade Configuration — Secure blade-and-socket contact design for reliable connections
- Guarded Screw Terminals — Integrated terminal guards for personnel safety and accidental contact prevention
- Coil and Contact Separation — Isolates control circuitry from switching circuitry to reduce noise and improve reliability
- Plug-In Module Support — Allows optional plug-in modules for enhanced functionality
- Multiple Mounting Options — Panel mount or DIN rail mount flexibility
- Industry Certifications — Complies with CCC, CE, CSA, CUL, KC, and UL standards
Technical Specifications
- Contact Rating: 15A at 300V
- Number of Pins: 11
- Socket Type: 11-Blade
- Terminal Type: Screw
- Physical Dimensions: 40 mm W × 60.9 mm D × 95.3 mm H
- Weight: 0.23 lb per socket
- Mounting: Panel or DIN Rail
- Standards: CCC, CE, CSA, CUL, KC, UL
- Terminal Guard: Guarded
Typical Applications
The 700-HN153 socket is widely used in:
- Motor control centers and motor starters
- Industrial automation and programmable logic controller (PLC) support circuits
- HVAC and refrigeration control systems
- General-purpose machine automation
- Process control and sequencing circuits
- Backup relay and timing logic replacement and upgrades
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley 700-HB series general-purpose relays
- Allen-Bradley 700-HJ series timing relays
- Allen-Bradley 700-HS series relays
- Standard 11-blade relay configurations
- Panel-mounted and DIN rail control systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The 700-HN153 is a standard socket base for Allen-Bradley 700-series relays. Verify compatibility with your specific relay model before ordering, as socket compatibility depends on relay pin configuration.
Works With
- Studio 5000 and RSLogix automation software (logic/control design)
- Standard industrial relay-based automation circuits
- NEMA and IEC-compliant control cabinets
- Legacy and modern industrial control systems using plug-in relays
