{"product_id":"1794-ip4-allen-bradley-flex-i-o-pulse-counter-module","title":"1794-IP4 Allen-Bradley Flex I\/O Pulse Counter Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-frequency signal acquisition in EtherNet\/IP distributed control networks, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1794-IP4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003e1794-IP4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePulse Counter Module) provides direct electrical pulse counting and input processing. The hardware functions as an interface for field devices, maintaining data integrity across the backplane communication bus to ensure deterministic network performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDevice Core Metrics\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-IP4\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\u003e0.1 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\u003e6.2 x 5.2 x 9.7 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\u003e0 to 55 deg C (32 to 131 deg F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 (2 per Interface)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eON State Voltage (Nom)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eON State Voltage (Min\/Max)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 VDC \/ 26.4 VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnclosure Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen-type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVibration Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 g @ 10 to 500 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Shock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 g\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\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1794-IP4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emodule maintains synchronization within Allen-Bradley Flex I\/O systems, ensuring precise pulse frequency capture compatible with EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks. This module utilizes established backplane communication protocols to mitigate latency during high-speed count cycles. Firmware compatibility ensures consistent data exchange with the primary controller, supporting scalable I\/O density configurations while maintaining signal timing accuracy required for high-speed industrial measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Deployment Procedures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure the Flex I\/O base is secured to a 35 mm DIN rail before mounting the terminal base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify that the 24 VDC supply meets the input voltage requirements (6 to 26.4 VDC) prior to powering the module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect field wiring to the appropriate terminal blocks, ensuring proper cable shielding to reduce electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the mechanical latch is fully engaged with the terminal base to ensure backplane communication continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain the specified operating temperature range (0 to 55 deg C) to prevent thermal degradation of internal components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; Logistics Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackage contents: One (1) 1794-IP4 module, instructional documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional requirements: Requires a compatible 1794 Flex I\/O terminal base for operation (ordered separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery timeframe: 2-7 days upon payment completion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLogistics: Shipments processed via DHL\/FEDEX\/UPS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandling: All hardware is shipped using anti-static industrial packaging to prevent electrostatic discharge damage and mechanical impact during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does this module support hot-swapping during active operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the 1794-IP4 supports hot-swapping within a powered 1794 Flex I\/O system, provided the terminal base is installed in a hazardous-location-free area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How should the shield of the input cable be grounded?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Ground the shield at the source end or the cabinet entry point using a low-impedance connection to the chassis ground to minimize common-mode noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is the 24 VDC power requirement isolated from the backplane?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module's field-side power is galvanically isolated from the backplane logic power to protect the controller from transients on the input lines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46066457116845,"sku":"1794-IP4","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/1794-IP4_1.jpg?v=1780564475","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/1794-ip4-allen-bradley-flex-i-o-pulse-counter-module","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}