Product Summary
The 1606-XL240E is a legacy Allen-Bradley switched-mode power supply. It gives 24 V DC at 10 A, or 240 W. Input is single-phase and switchable: 100-120 V AC or 200-240 V AC. The output presets at 24.5 V DC and trims across 24 to 28 V DC. A 12 A boost runs up to +45°C for short loads. Efficiency reaches about 90%. Ripple stays at or below 30 mVpp. The open-frame body clips to DIN rail. It measures 124 x 120 x 102 mm and carries an IP20 rating. This series is discontinued. End of sale was 2017-10-30. Rockwell points users to the 1606-XLE and 1606-XLS lines. Many panels still run this unit. Tested spares keep those lines alive.
Technical Snapshot
- Brand: Allen-Bradley
- Model: 1606-XL240E
- Series: Bulletin 1606-XL, legacy line
- Input: 100-120 / 200-240 V AC switchable
- Input range: 85-132 / 176-264 V AC continuous
- DC input option: 240-375 V DC
- Output: 24-28 V DC, preset 24.5 V DC, ±0.5%
- Output current: 10 A at 24 V, 0-60°C
- Boost: 12 A at 24 V, 0-45°C
- Rated power: 240 W
- Efficiency: up to 90%
- Ripple and noise: 30 mVpp max
- Mounting: DIN rail per 1606-AP013
- Connection: screw terminals
Environment and Body
- Operating: 0 to +70°C, derate above +60°C
- Storage: -40 to +85°C
- Humidity: 95% max
- Protection: IP20, open-frame DIN design
- Size: 124 x 120 x 102 mm (H x W x D)
- Weight: not published by the maker
- Air must be free of heavy dust and corrosive gas
Approvals and Lifecycle
- UL 60950-1, cUL, CE marked per Bulletin 1606 standard
- No communication port. No fieldbus protocol.
- Series discontinued. End of sale 2017-10-30.
- Migration path: 1606-XLE or 1606-XLS
- Last verified: 2026-10
- Ask us for a test record before you buy
Where It Fits
- Legacy panels already wired for Bulletin 1606-XL
- Single-phase cabinets that need a 24 V DC 10 A rail
- Retrofit jobs that avoid a full power section rebuild
- Spare kits for lines that still run this discontinued unit
- Panels with 24 V loads that need the 12 A short boost
- Sites that plan a later step-up to 1606-XLE
Wiring and Startup
- Set the input selector to match your line voltage. Never move it live.
- Clip the unit to DIN rail per 1606-AP013.
- Land input and output on the screw terminals.
- Trim output to your panel target, often 24.0 to 24.5 V DC.
- Measure ripple at the load if the panel is noise sensitive.
- Keep output runs short and clear of drive cables.
- Leave airflow space above and below the open frame.
Oiltech Controls’s Insight
- The input selector is the top field error. Check it twice before power-up.
- Derate above +60°C. Hot panels lose output headroom fast.
- Do not hold the 12 A boost as a steady load. It is for short peaks.
- Ripple of 30 mVpp is low. Still check at the load, not the terminals.
- This series is EOL. Buy a tested spare before a line stop forces a rebuild.
- Plan the 1606-XLE swap early. Footprint and wiring differ.
Oiltech Controls Review
- Engineers trust the simple screw terminals and DIN clip.
- No software setup. It powers up and runs.
- The switchable input suits both 120 V and 230 V plant feeds.
- Open-frame design runs cool for its class.
- Tested spares ship with a power-up note.
Why Buy From Oiltech Controls?
- Over 15 years in industrial automation spare parts
- Global shipping with FedEx, UPS, and DHL
- Tested industrial surplus and refurbished options
- 12-month warranty on every order
- Power-up and technical check before dispatch
- Support for obsolete and legacy control systems
- Dispatch in 24-28 hours for stocked items
Warranty and Dispatch
- 12-month warranty against functional defects
- Dispatch in 24-28 hours after order confirmation
- Shipping by FedEx, UPS, or DHL
- Tracking number sent at dispatch
- Foam-packed carton protects the DIN clip and terminals
FAQ
Q: How do I set the input voltage selector?
Match the selector to your line before power-up. Never move it while the unit is live. This is the most common field error.
Q: Can I use the 12 A boost as a normal load?
No. Treat 10 A as the steady limit. The boost is for short peaks and only up to +45°C.
Q: Is this unit still supported by Rockwell?
No. The series is discontinued. Rockwell points to 1606-XLE and 1606-XLS. We supply tested spares.
Q: What should I check if output sags in a hot panel?
Check derating above +60°C first. Then check input screws and output trim at the load.
Q: How do I confirm a spare fits my panel?
Send your panel drawing and load list to info@oiltechcontrols.com. We confirm fit before you buy.
Contact Information
Email: info@oiltechcontrols.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +86 158 8020 0923
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