{"product_id":"1794-aent-allen-bradley-flex-i-o-communication-adapter","title":"1794-AENT Allen-Bradley Flex I\/O Communication Adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-speed Ethernet\/IP data exchange in distributed control systems, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1794-AENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003e1794-AENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlex I\/O communication adapter) provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDevice Summary Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase Model: 1794-AENT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFunction: Ethernet\/IP Communication Adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNetwork Interface: 10\/100 Mbps RJ45\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI\/O Capacity: Up to 8 modules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower Requirement: 24 VDC Nominal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1794-AENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllen-Bradley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.18 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9.4 x 8.8 x 7 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard Industrial Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.3 W max @ 19.2 VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\/O Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 Modules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeterministic Network Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1794-AENT adapter utilizes EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks to facilitate real-time data transfer between field I\/O and controller platforms. It supports high-speed backplane bus communication, ensuring that I\/O density scaling remains predictable across distributed nodes. The hardware supports firmware flash compatibility, allowing for updates that maintain alignment with evolving network protocols and communication logic within the EtherNet\/IP architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 unit 1794-AENT Communication Adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 technical documentation sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting: Snap the adapter onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail. Ensure the mechanical locking mechanism is fully engaged for vibration resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrounding: Terminate the chassis ground connection to a common potential earth rail to minimize electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabling: Utilize shielded Category 5 Ethernet cabling. Ensure the RJ45 interface is free of debris and physical stress that could cause connection latency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower: Connect to a regulated 24 VDC power source. Ensure the voltage remains within the 19.2-31.2 VDC operational window to avoid intermittent resets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes the 1794-AENT support hot-swapping of I\/O modules?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the adapter supports the hot-swapping of Flex I\/O modules while the adapter is powered, provided the backplane power is managed correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the maximum number of modules supported?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1794-AENT adapter supports a maximum of 8 Flex I\/O modules on a single rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs the Ethernet port auto-negotiating?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the RJ45 port supports auto-negotiation for 10\/100 Mbps communication speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat happens if the input voltage drops below 19.2 VDC?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module may experience power cycles or loss of communication with the controller if the input voltage falls below the specified threshold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan this adapter be used in a redundant network configuration?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1794-AENT is designed for standard EtherNet\/IP topologies. For redundant networks, specialized hardware or managed switch configurations are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow is the module address assigned?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNetwork addressing is typically configured via the Logix 5000 software or via a hardware rotary switch interface depending on the specific revision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes the module require an external fuse?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the adapter has internal protection, adhering to local electrical codes regarding auxiliary fusing for the 24 VDC supply is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs the adapter isolated from the backplane?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapter provides basic insulation with a 50 V continuous isolation voltage rating between the field bus and internal circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46066455969965,"sku":"1794-AENT","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/1794-AENT_13.jpg?v=1782454574","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/1794-aent-allen-bradley-flex-i-o-communication-adapter","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}