Allen-Bradley 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1

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1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 Product Description

The Allen-Bradley 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 is a 0.5 HP (0.37 kW) AC variable frequency drive from the 1336 PLUS series, engineered to deliver precise motor speed regulation, reduced energy consumption, and stable load management across demanding industrial production environments. Designed for integration into smart factory architectures, this drive enables facilities to move beyond fixed-speed motor operation and adopt dynamic, demand-responsive power control strategies that directly reduce operating costs and thermal stress on connected equipment.

The 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 is purpose-built for integration within Allen-Bradley's broader control ecosystem. In a typical smart production line, this drive operates under command from an Allen-Bradley SLC 5/04 or ControlLogix L61 PLC, receiving speed reference signals via the DH-485 network or hardwired analog I/O. The PLC continuously monitors process variables — conveyor load, pump pressure, or fan airflow — and adjusts the drive's output frequency in real time, eliminating the energy waste associated with throttling valves or mechanical dampers.

For power monitoring, the 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 pairs effectively with Allen-Bradley PowerMonitor 500 or PowerMonitor 1000 units, which track kWh consumption, power factor, and demand peaks at the drive level. This data feeds into a Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE HMI or a SCADA platform via the 1336 PLUS's DH+ gateway, giving energy managers a real-time view of motor load profiles and enabling demand-side management strategies.

On the I/O side, the drive's analog and digital I/O terminals interface directly with Allen-Bradley 1734 POINT I/O or 1746 SLC I/O modules, allowing the control system to read drive fault status, current output, and speed feedback without additional signal conditioning. For applications requiring closed-loop tension or position control, the 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 can be coordinated with an Allen-Bradley Ultra 3000 servo drive or Kinetix 6000 servo system, where the VFD handles bulk material transport while the servo manages precision indexing — a common architecture in packaging and assembly lines.

Communication flexibility is further extended through the optional 1336-MOD-D001 DeviceNet adapter, enabling the drive to participate in a DeviceNet network alongside Allen-Bradley 1756-DNB scanner modules and third-party sensors, creating a unified device-level network that supports predictive maintenance data collection and remote parameter adjustment without interrupting production.

Variable frequency drives like the 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 are among the highest-impact tools available for industrial energy reduction. In facilities where motors run at fixed speed regardless of actual load demand, energy losses accumulate rapidly — particularly in pump, fan, and conveyor applications where the affinity laws apply: reducing motor speed by just 20% cuts power consumption by nearly 50%. The 1336 PLUS series was designed with this principle at its core, offering smooth acceleration and deceleration ramps that reduce mechanical shock, extend motor and gearbox service life, and lower peak inrush current during startup — a key factor in reducing demand charges on industrial electricity tariffs.

In production line applications, the 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 contributes to line takt stability by maintaining consistent conveyor or feed speeds under varying load conditions. When integrated with upstream and downstream process sensors — such as Allen-Bradley 872C inductive proximity sensors or 1734-IE4C analog input modules reading pressure transducers — the drive can respond dynamically to process disturbances, maintaining throughput without operator intervention. This closed-loop responsiveness reduces idle running time, minimizes thermal buildup in motor windings, and decreases the frequency of thermal protection trips that cause unplanned downtime.

From a predictive maintenance perspective, the drive's built-in fault logging and output current monitoring provide early indicators of motor degradation, bearing wear, or load imbalance. When this data is surfaced through FactoryTalk Historian or a connected SCADA system, maintenance teams can schedule interventions during planned downtime windows rather than reacting to failures — a shift that significantly improves overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and reduces emergency repair costs.

Every 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 unit shipped from NANKMOS undergoes full functional testing under load conditions prior to dispatch, verifying output voltage linearity, frequency accuracy, fault response, and communication integrity. Units are supplied with a 12-Month Warranty covering manufacturing defects and operational failures under normal industrial use conditions, with technical support available throughout the warranty period.

Q1: What energy savings can I expect from deploying the 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 on a pump or fan application? In variable-torque applications such as centrifugal pumps and HVAC fans, speed reduction of 20–30% typically yields energy savings of 40–65% compared to fixed-speed operation with throttling control. Actual savings depend on load profile, duty cycle, and system curve characteristics. The 1336 PLUS's V/Hz and sensorless vector control modes allow optimization for both constant-torque and variable-torque loads.

Q2: Is the 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 compatible with my existing Allen-Bradley PLC and SCADA infrastructure? Yes. The 1336 PLUS series supports DH-485 and Remote I/O (RIO) natively, making it directly compatible with SLC 500, PLC-5, and MicroLogix controllers. With the optional 1336-MOD-D001 DeviceNet adapter, it also integrates into ControlLogix and CompactLogix systems via 1756-DNB or 1769-SDN scanner modules. SCADA connectivity is achieved through existing DH+ or Ethernet gateways.

Q3: Can this drive replace other 1336 PLUS variants or legacy AC drives in my system? The 1336-B005-EAD-FA2-L1-S1 is a direct form-fit-function replacement for other 0.5 HP 1336 PLUS drives with the EAD-FA2-L1-S1 option configuration. For cross-series replacements (e.g., substituting a 1336 IMPACT or 1336 FORCE variant), parameter mapping and I/O wiring verification are required. NANKMOS technical support can assist with compatibility assessment prior to purchase.

Q4: What does the 12-Month Warranty cover, and what is the testing process before shipment? The 12-Month Warranty covers all manufacturing defects and operational failures arising under normal industrial use conditions from the date of shipment. Prior to dispatch, every unit undergoes bench testing including power-on verification, output frequency sweep, fault code diagnostics, and communication port validation. Units that do not pass all test criteria are quarantined and not shipped. Warranty claims are processed with a target response time of 2 business days.