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1756-DNB

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix DeviceNet bridge and scanner module

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Allen-Bradley 1756-DNB ControlLogix DeviceNet bridge and scanner module, Rockwell Automation product photo

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Allen-Bradley 1756-DNB is a ControlLogix DeviceNet bridge/scanner module with one DeviceNet channel, supporting up to 64 nodes at 125, 250 or 500 Kbps, in a single-slot chassis-based format.

Manufacturer
Allen-Bradley
Manufacturer part no.
1756-DNB
Type
DeviceNet scanner module
Lifecycle
Active
OEM successor
Not stated
Technical datasheet
Data sheet

Technical specifications

Manufacturer
Allen-Bradley
Manufacturer part no.
1756-DNB
Type
DeviceNet scanner module
Application
Communication module
Used with
ControlLogix 1756 chassis
Number Of Channels
1
Communication rate
125 Kbps (500 m max), 250 Kbps (250 m max), 500 Kbps (100 m max)
Conducted RF immunity
10Vrms with 1 kHz sine-wave 80% AM from 150 kHz...80 MHz
Current draw
400mA @ 5.1V DC, 0mA @ 24V DC
DeviceNet connector torque
0.56 nm
DeviceNet current draw
60mA @ 24V DC
DeviceNet port
1 DeviceNet open-style 5- or 10-pin linear plug
DeviceNet power
To comply with the CE low voltage directive (LVD), the DeviceNet network must be powered from a source compliant with the safety extra low voltage (SELV) or protected extra low voltage (PELV). To comply with UL restrictions, the DeviceNet network must be
DeviceNet voltage range
11...25V DC CL 2/SELV
EFT/B immunity
±3kV @ 5kHz on DeviceNet ports
Emissions
CISPR 11: Class A
Enclosure type rating
None (open-style)
ESD immunity
6 kV contact discharges, 8 kV air discharges
Isolation voltage
50V (continuous), basic insulation type, DeviceNet network to backplane, Type tested at 853V AC @ 60s, No isolation between USB and backplane,
Module location
Chassis based, any slot
Number of nodes, max
64 nodes
Operating temperature
0 to 60 °C
Power dissipation
3.5 W
Radiated RF immunity
10 V/m with 1 kHz sine-wave 80% AM from 80...2000 MHz, 10 V/m with 200 Hz 50% Pulse 100% AM @ 900 MHz, 10 V/m with 200 Hz 50% Pulse 100% AM @ 1890 MHz, 3 V/m with 1 kHz sine-wave 80% AM from 2000...2700 MHz
Relative humidity
5...95% noncondensing
Shock
Operating: 30 G, Non operating: 50 G
Slot width
1
Storage temperature
-40 °C
Suitable for safety functions
Yes
Supporting protocol for DeviceNet
Yes
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Supporting protocol for DeviceNet Safety
Yes
Surge transient immunity
±2 kV line-earth (CM) on ControlNet ports
Surrounding air temperature, max
60 °C
Thermal dissipation
11.9 btu/h
Vibration
2 G @ 10...500 Hz
Wiring category
1 - On DeviceNet ports, 3 - On USB ports

Technical documents (1)

Key features

  • One DeviceNet port, open-style 5 or 10-pin linear plug
  • Supports up to 64 nodes on the network
  • Chassis based, fits any slot, one slot wide
  • Operating temperature range of 0 to 60 °C
  • Supports DeviceNet and DeviceNet Safety protocols

About the Allen-Bradley 1756-DNB

The Allen-Bradley 1756-DNB is listed by Rockwell Automation as the ControlLogix DeviceNet Comms Module, described as a DeviceNet Bridge/Scanner Module. Rockwell's product data gives one channel, a maximum of 64 nodes, and communication rates of 125 Kbps (500 m max), 250 Kbps (250 m max) and 500 Kbps (100 m max). Rockwell lists a current draw of 400mA at 5.1V DC, a DeviceNet current draw of 60mA at 24V DC, and power dissipation of 3.5 W. Rockwell shows the lifecycle status as Active.

What is the 1756-DNB used for?

The module is fitted in a ControlLogix chassis, in any slot, and acts as a bridge or scanner between the controller and a DeviceNet network. Rockwell lists support for the DeviceNet and DeviceNet Safety protocols. The enclosure type rating is given as None (open-style).

Lifecycle and successor

Active.

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