Uninterruptible Power Supply Module 1606-XLS240UPS | Allen-Bradley 24V DC Output

Technical Specifications

Main Features and Advantages

The standout feature of the Allen-Bradley 1606-XLS240UPS​ is its integrated, true online UPS functionality for DC systems. Unlike a standard power supply that would simply drop out, this unit ensures zero-break power transfer to the battery, guaranteeing that sensitive control electronics never experience a power interruption during brief grid sags, spikes, or blackouts. This is critical for maintaining the state of volatile controller memory, keeping communication networks alive, and allowing controlled shutdowns or sustained operation during power events. The power supply is designed for high efficiency, minimizing heat generation and reducing energy costs, while its wide-range input (85-264V AC) makes it incredibly versatile and tolerant of unstable mains power, which is common in industrial settings.Enhanced reliability and system integration: The Allen-Bradley 1606-XLS240UPS​ is built with industrial durability in mind, featuring a robust metal housing and designed for reliable operation across an extensive temperature range. It includes comprehensive diagnostic capabilities, with LED indicators for power status, battery status, and fault conditions, allowing for quick visual health checks. The buffered output is well-regulated and features low ripple and noise, providing clean DC power essential for the stable operation of sensitive electronic controls. Its modular, DIN-rail design allows for easy installation and space-efficient mounting alongside other system components in a control cabinet. The unit also supports parallel operation for redundancy or higher power requirements. The Allen-Bradley 1606-XLS240UPS​ simplifies system design by combining a high-quality power supply and a UPS in one package, reducing wiring, saving panel space, and providing a certified, reliable solution for mission-critical power backup.

Application Field

The Allen-Bradley 1606-XLS240UPS​ is essential in any industrial or infrastructure application where the continuity of 24V DC control power is critical to safety, process integrity, or data preservation. In manufacturing, it is deployed to power the control systems of continuous process lines—such as those in chemical, pharmaceutical, or food production—where an unexpected shutdown can lead to massive product loss, equipment damage, and lengthy restart procedures. By bridging short power outages, the Allen-Bradley 1606-XLS240UPS​ allows the process to ride through disturbances or to execute a controlled, sequential shutdown, preventing hazardous conditions.In material handling and logistics, such as warehouse automation and sortation centers, a power glitch can disrupt the entire flow, causing jams, mis-sorts, and system resets that take hours to recover from. This power supply ensures that PLCs, scanners, and network switches remain operational. It is equally vital in water and wastewater treatment facilities for powering control systems that manage pumps, valves, and chemical dosing, where loss of control can have environmental and public health consequences. Furthermore, the Allen-Bradley 1606-XLS240UPS​ is used in critical infrastructure monitoring systems, telecommunications equipment, and any automated test or assembly station where losing power mid-cycle would result in scrapped product or lost data. Its role is to act as the unwavering power heartbeat for the brain of the automation system.