{"product_id":"1785-me16-allen-bradley-plc-5-16k-word-eeprom-memory-module","title":"1785-ME16 Allen-Bradley PLC-5 16K Word EEPROM Memory Module","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\" class=\"\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe Allen-Bradley 1785-ME16 is a high-reliability,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e non-volatile memory expansion module designed for the PLC-5® processor family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Utilizing Electronically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) technology,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e this module provides 16K words of secure storage for critical user programs and system data.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It serves as a vital fail-safe mechanism,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e allowing the PLC to automatically reload the control logic from the EEPROM into the processor's RAM during power-up cycles,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e thereby eliminating the risk of program loss due to battery failure or long-term power outages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis compact module is engineered for seamless integration into the memory expansion slot of various enhanced and Ethernet-enabled PLC-5 controllers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e By providing a permanent hardware backup of the automation logic,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the 1785-ME16 ensures maximum system uptime and protects industrial processes from unauthorized or accidental code modifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\" class=\"\"\u003eData Security and Hardware Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe 1785-ME16 is built with industrial-grade security features to maintain the integrity of the stored control program.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eWrite-Protection Jumper:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Features a physical,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e removable jumper that allows maintenance personnel to hardware-lock the memory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This prevents the processor from overwriting the stored program,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e shielding the logic from software-based errors or unauthorized changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eNon-Volatile Storage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Unlike standard RAM,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the EEPROM technology does not require battery power to retain data,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e making it an ideal long-term archival solution for machine parameters and logic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eAutomatic Load Configuration:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The PLC-5 can be configured to \"Load on Power-Up\" or \"Load on Fault,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\" ensuring the system returns to a known good state without manual intervention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\" class=\"\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 1785-ME16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eMemory Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 16K Words\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTechnology Type:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e EEPROM (Electronically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eProcessor Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e PLC-5\/11,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 5\/20,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 5\/30,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 5\/40,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 5\/60,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 5\/80 (including E and L versions)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eStorage Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eVibration Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 2g @ 10–500Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eOperational Shock:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 15g (Peak Acceleration)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 0.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e08 kg (85.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e05 grams)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 13.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e5 x 7.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e1 x 1.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e0 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\" class=\"\"\u003eInstallation and Environmental Durability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSafe Handling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This module must be installed or removed only when the processor chassis is completely powered down.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Removing the module while the backplane is active can lead to immediate data corruption or permanent hardware damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eRuggedized Design:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Built to withstand the harsh conditions of factory floors,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the module is rated for up to 95% non-condensing humidity and features high-level electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGlobal Compliance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The 1785-ME16 holds CSA,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e UL,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and CE certifications,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e meeting the rigorous safety and quality standards required for global industrial deployment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45519096185005,"sku":"1785-ME16","price":369.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/allen-bradley-1785-me16-eeprom-memory-module-03bsjtkyuai.jpg?v=1766986994","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/1785-me16-allen-bradley-plc-5-16k-word-eeprom-memory-module","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}