{"product_id":"1786-rpfm-allen-bradley-flex-i-o-series-controlnet-fiber-ring-medium-repeater","title":"1786-RPFM Allen-Bradley FLEX I\/O Series ControlNet Fiber Ring Medium Repeater","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for optical signal regeneration in ControlNet fiber ring networks, the \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1786-RPFM\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003e1786-RPFM\u003c\/strong\u003e ControlNet Fiber Ring Medium Repeater) provides direct physical\/electrical execution for dual fiber communication extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Configuration Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1786-RPFM is a ControlNet fiber optic repeater module designed for converting and extending ControlNet network communication through dual fiber optic channels. The module supports 62.5\/125 um multi-mode fiber and provides fiber transmission distances up to 3 km under specified network conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConfiguration Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel Element\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\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFLEX I\/O ControlNet Communication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1786-RPFM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpare Models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1786-RPFM, 1786-RPFM\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet Fiber Ring Medium Repeater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual Fiber Optic Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62.5\/125 um Multi-mode Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN Rail Mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical Repeater Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0-3 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-RPFM\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\u003e0.15 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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane power input, 5 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current Draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 mA @ 5 V DC max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Operating Wavelength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1300 nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Attenuation Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.3 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Fiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62.5\/125 um Multi-mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Network Topology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual fiber optic channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet fiber signal repeater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eControlNet Network Extension Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1786-RPFM performs physical layer signal regeneration for ControlNet networks by using fiber optic transmission paths. The module supports fiber ring architectures where optical channels are used to extend communication distance and provide alternative network routing paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module operates with deterministic ControlNet communication timing and maintains network data transfer through optical conversion. Fiber media removes electrical interference effects commonly associated with long copper communication segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module integrates with Allen-Bradley ControlNet infrastructure and supports network configurations requiring fiber media conversion, extended distance communication, and ring-based layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Allen-Bradley 1786-RPFM ControlNet Fiber Ring Medium Repeater module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Fiber optic communication interface assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x DIN rail mounting mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Hardware identification label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Technical product documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the module on a standard DIN rail with adequate mechanical support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain sufficient cabinet clearance for fiber cable routing and connector access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify module placement according to ControlNet network layout requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiber Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 62.5\/125 um multi-mode fiber optic cable as specified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep fiber connectors clean and protected from contamination during installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid sharp bending of fiber cables to prevent optical signal loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the module through the ControlNet system backplane power interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the 5 V DC backplane supply condition before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm current loading remains within the available backplane capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Wiring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate fiber cables from high-voltage power conductors where possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm optical channel orientation before commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValidate communication status after fiber link connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat communication protocol does the 1786-RPFM support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module supports Allen-Bradley ControlNet communication networks and functions as a fiber optic repeater for ControlNet physical layer extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat fiber type is compatible with this repeater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1786-RPFM is specified for 62.5\/125 um multi-mode fiber optic cable used in ControlNet fiber applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum typical repeater distance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module supports typical fiber repeater distances from 0 to 3 km depending on cable conditions and network design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the operating wavelength of the fiber interface?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fiber optic interface operates at 1300 nm wavelength for multi-mode optical communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the module require external input power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module uses a 5 V DC backplane power connection within the ControlNet communication system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much backplane current does the module consume?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specified backplane current draw is 400 mA maximum at 5 V DC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the module be installed on a DIN rail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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