{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1746-hstp1-stepper-controller-module","title":"Allen-Bradley 1746-HSTP1 SLC 500 Stepper Control Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Allen-Bradley 1746-HSTP1 is a high-performance Stepper Control Module designed for the SLC 500 programmable logic controller platform. This module provides precise motion control by generating pulse trains to drive stepper motor controllers, enabling accurate positioning and velocity control in industrial automation applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports trapezoidal velocity profiles for smooth motion transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide speed range from 1 to 250,000 pulses per second.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast acceleration step rate of 4 milliseconds or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferential inputs for robust signal integrity in high-noise environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard stepper motor driver interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1746-HSTP1 is ideal for applications requiring precise point-to-point positioning, such as indexing tables, conveyor positioning, packaging machinery, and automated assembly equipment integrated within an SLC 500 control system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1746-HSTP1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSLC 500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeed Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 to 250,000 pulses per second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcceleration Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrapezoidal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcceleration Step Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 ms or less\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifferential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current (5V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current (24V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the SLC 500 chassis is powered down before inserting or removing the module to prevent electrical damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe module must be seated firmly in the chassis slot and secured with the integrated locking tabs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse shielded cabling for differential input connections to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain proper grounding practices for the stepper motor driver and the PLC chassis to ensure system stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the module away from high-heat sources and ensure adequate ventilation within the control cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle the module using ESD-safe practices to prevent damage to internal circuitry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the primary function of the 1746-HSTP1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1746-HSTP1 acts as a motion control interface for the SLC 500 system, converting digital commands from the PLC into pulse train signals required to operate stepper motor drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this module compatible with all SLC 500 chassis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1746-HSTP1 is designed for standard SLC 500 I\/O chassis. Please verify your specific chassis power supply capacity to ensure it can accommodate the 200mA (5V) and 90mA (24V) current draw of the module.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730679697660,"sku":"1746-HSTP1","price":93.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_de19ee24-f0cd-47db-aa77-84d1849063d9.jpg?v=1785224306","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1746-hstp1-stepper-controller-module","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}