{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1784-pktx-plc-5-network-interface-card","title":"Allen-Bradley 1784-PKTX PLC-5 Network Interface Card","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for Data Highway Plus and Remote I\/O network communication in PLC-5 platform environments, the \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1784-PKTX\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003e1784PKTX\u003c\/strong\u003e Network Interface Card) provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNomenclature Breakdown \u0026amp; Identifier Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase catalog identifier: 1784-PKTX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare part designation: 1784PKTX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBus interface standard: Local PCI 2.3 compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported protocols: Data Highway Plus (DH+), Remote I\/O (RIO), DH-485\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003e1784-PKTX\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\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\u003e0.12 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 17.8 x 12.6 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified (Standard industrial cabinet limits apply)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified (Standard PCI slot supply load)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Communications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocal PCI 2.3 Compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel 1A: DH+ \/ RIO, Channel 1C: DH-485\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Highway Plus (DH+); Remote I\/O (RIO); DH-485\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Module Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax 4 modules per system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical AC Signal Delay (Off)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29 (+\/- 8) ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical DC Signal Delay (Off)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 (+\/- 7) ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control \u0026amp; Drive Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hardware architecture executes backplane bus communication velocity parameters designed for Allen-Bradley PLC-5 environments. Profinet and EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks integrate smoothly with internal register maps via firmware flash compatibility protocols. Input and output density scaling parameters adapt dynamically to variable data traffic loads without degrading bus transmission integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 1784-PKTX Network Interface Card hardware module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Standard PCI mounting bracket assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhysical Installation \u0026amp; Electrical Wiring Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the host computer system is completely powered down and disconnected from AC mains before inserting the PCI interface card into an available slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that base memory addresses and interrupt requests are correctly assigned through plug-and-play configuration to prevent resource conflicts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute communication cables away from high-voltage power conduits and variable frequency drives to minimize electromagnetic interference on DH+ and RIO lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the card bracket firmly to the computer chassis to ensure a reliable low-impedance ground connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ: Does this network interface card support live hot-swapping inside active computer systems?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA: No, hot-swapping is not supported. The host workstation must be completely powered off before installing or removing the interface card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ: How many communication channels are provided on the standard 1784-PKTX model?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA: The card provides a single protocol channel with two physical ports supporting selective connections to DH+, DH-485, or Remote I\/O networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ: What specific bus standard does the hardware interface comply with?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA: The module complies fully with local PCI version 2.3 specifications and requires a compatible desktop PCI expansion slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ: Can this card be used to interface with Man\/Machine Interface applications?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA: Yes, it can be configured to support MMI software operating on either Data Highway Plus or DH-485 network architectures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ: What is the maximum number of these interface cards permitted within a single system?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA: The system architecture allows a maximum limit of up to 4 modules operating concurrently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ: Are firmware updates supported for adapting to evolving software platforms?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA: Yes, firmware flash compatibility allows version updates using authorized configuration utilities to maintain software driver alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ: What is the difference between the 1784-PKTX and the older 1784-KTX model?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA: The KTX card is an older legacy ISA-bus version, whereas the PKTX is its direct successor designed for modern desktop PCI expansion slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ: What operating system environments are typically supported with appropriate driver software?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA: The hardware functions with legacy platforms such as Windows 95, Windows NT, MS-DOS, and Windows 3.x using RSLinx or custom driver packages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46066450628781,"sku":"1784-PKTX","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/allen-bradley_1784-pktx_1.jpg?v=1786080996","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1784-pktx-plc-5-network-interface-card","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}