{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1786-rpcd-controlnet-coaxial-hub-repeater-communication-module","title":"Allen-Bradley 1786-RPCD ControlNet Coaxial Hub Repeater Communication Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1786-RPCD\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e1786-RPCD\u003c\/strong\u003e ControlNet Coaxial Hub Repeater, operates as a dedicated hardware component for ControlNet coaxial signal regeneration and network segment connection within ControlNet communication platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Configuration Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1786-RPCD is a coaxial repeater module designed for ControlNet network expansion. It provides two ControlNet coaxial ports and supports linear, star, and redundant network topologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1786-RPCD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet Coaxial Hub Repeater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet Coaxial Repeater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRG6 Copper Coax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo ControlNet Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Topologies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinear, Star, Redundant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical Repeater Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0-1 km\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1786-RPCD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.18 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 x 10.7 x 7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified in provided data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified in provided data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoaxial Repeater Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRG6 Copper Coax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Wavelength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttenuation Levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x ControlNet Coaxial Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Network Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical 0-1 km\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeterministic Network Communication Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1786-RPCD operates as a physical-layer ControlNet repeater device for extending coaxial network segments. It regenerates ControlNet communication signals between connected coaxial sections without modifying application data packets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module supports deterministic ControlNet network structures including linear, star, and redundant configurations. Proper coaxial cable installation and termination are required to maintain signal integrity and communication timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module is designed for ControlNet infrastructure where cable distance extension or network topology changes require additional signal conditioning between network segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package configuration includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Allen-Bradley 1786-RPCD ControlNet Coaxial Hub Repeater Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional components such as ControlNet coaxial cables, connectors, terminators, power supplies, or mounting accessories are not included unless specified separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNetwork Connection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect ControlNet coaxial cables to the designated coaxial ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify cable shielding continuity throughout the network segment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall required ControlNet termination components according to the network design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePower Installation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the specified 5 V DC input supply before network operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify supply polarity and electrical connection before energizing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate communication wiring from high-voltage power cables to reduce electrical interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTopology Configuration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the selected ControlNet topology matches the system design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse redundant paths only when supported by the overall ControlNet architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck coaxial cable routing and connector condition before commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat communication protocol does the 1786-RPCD support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1786-RPCD supports Allen-Bradley ControlNet communication networks and operates as a coaxial repeater module for signal extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many ControlNet ports are available on the module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module provides two ControlNet coaxial ports for connecting separate network segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat cable type is required for the 1786-RPCD?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module is designed for RG6 copper coaxial cable connections used within ControlNet network installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the 1786-RPCD support redundant ControlNet networks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The module supports linear, star, and redundant ControlNet topology configurations when applied within a compatible system design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the repeater process ControlNet application data?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The repeater operates at the communication infrastructure level and regenerates physical network signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the typical repeater distance capability?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe typical repeater distance is specified as 0-1 km depending on network configuration and cable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat input voltage does the module require?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe provided technical data specifies a 5 V DC input power requirement for module operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs fiber optic communication supported by the 1786-RPCD?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The module uses copper coaxial communication media and does not provide fiber optic interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46066453053613,"sku":"1786-RPCD","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/1786-RPCD.jpg?v=1785767720","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/allen-bradley-1786-rpcd-controlnet-coaxial-hub-repeater-communication-module","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}