Installation Instructions

Bulletin 1485 PowerTap Connection

IMPORTANT: Power: 15.0 Amps maximum total current; 7.5 Amps each trunk at 25°C (1485T–P2T5–T5).
Power: 6.0 Amps maximum total current; 3.0 Amps each trunk at 25°C (1485T–P2T5–T5C).

ATTENTION: Under some conditions of load Specifications

current and ambient temperature the fuse current Storage Temperature -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
value should be decreased. As shipped, the Operating Temperature -25°C to +70°C max
1485T–P2T5–T5 PowerTap connection is fused to
supply up to 7.5 Amps to one trunk line, the Operating Humidity 5%-95% relative (noncondensing)
1485T–P2T5–T5C 3.0 Amps. Washdown Rating 1200 PSI (8270kPa) @ 60
60_CC (140
(140_F)
F)
NEMA 3, 4x, 6P, 12 and 13
Housing Material Black polyester
Description Note: In class II applications the fuses are used as a means for
For power requirements on your DeviceNet network, isolating network segments. For more information refer to DeviceNet
Allen-Bradley is introducing its PowerTap connection. The Cable Installation Guide.
PowerTap connection is a passive coupling device used to
limit trunk current and is also used to permit the connection of
multiple power supplies to the trunk without mutual
interference.

Figure 1: PowerTap Connection

Part Number: 1485T–P2T5–T5 and 1485T–P2T5–T5C
Dimensions—mm (inches)
67
(2.63)

DC Power Supply
Connection Terminals

Trunk Connection
Terminals
98 111.25
(3.87) (4.38)

1485T-P2T5-T5-T5: Colors PG16 Cable Grips

1485T-P2T5-T5C-T5C: Colors PG9 Cable Grips

Enclosure
6.6
98.04 (0.26)
(3.86)

Figure 2: Wiring Diagram

1485T–P2T5–T5:
Note: Red +24V
Power Requirements: 24V DC 1% @ White CAN Hi
15.0 Amp (maximum) Blue CAN Lo
7.5 Amp Fast Blow Automotive Type Terminal Block for Black Common
Fuse in each Trunk +24V DC Leg Red Power Supply Connection
(Littlefuse model 297 07.5 or similar) Black
Drain
1485T–P2T5–T5C:
Power Requirements: 24V DC 1% @
White

Black
Drain
Blue
Red

6.0 Amp (maximum)

3.0 Amp Fast Blow Automotive Type
Fuse in each Trunk +24V DC Leg
White
Black

Drain

(Littlefuse model 297 03 or similar)

Blue

Red

PCB

1485T-P2T5-T5 Mini Type Fuse, 7.5A Max. Terminal Block for

1485T-P2T5-T5C Mini Type Fuse, 3.0A Max. Trunk Connections
Figure 3: Cable Stripping Installation for PowerTap Connection
5/16
Cable Jacket

Dimension A"
Trunk Cable 4 inches

Figure 4:
Input from End of Cable Jacket Should
Power Supply Protrude Approx. 1/8 in.

Loosened
Gland Nut

Gland Nut Tightened

Gland Nut
Hex Flange

Locking Nut
Align Wire End with Clamping
Cavity of Terminal Block

1. To install trunk cable into PowerTap connection cut and
strip gray PVC cable back approximately 4 inches (see
Figure 3) and insert through large cable gland. Note:
Trunk cable used for input from power supply should have
white and blue leads cut off short.
2. Loosen gland nut and insert cable until approximately 1/8
inch of cable jacket protrudes.
ATTENTION: Be certain to use insulating tubing
(included in accessory kit) on bare drain wire.
5. To attach cable to terminal strips, press down on cage
clamp, insert wire and release cage clamp. Repeat
process for remaining wires.

3. Firmly tighten gland nut to provide strain relief and sealing. 6. After all cables are terminated, the cover should be
Caution: The hex flange must be held with the cable gland installed and securely tightened to ensure washdown
wrench during tightening. rating.

4. Bare wire ends should be firmly twisted to eliminate loose All external wiring must conform to national electric code and
strands and each lead looped approximately as shown, to local codes.
allow insertion into the clamping cavity of the terminal
block. (See Figure 2 for color codes.)

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September 2000
Printed in USA