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1768-L45S

Allen-Bradley Compact GuardLogix L45S Safety Controller, 3 MB/1 MB

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Allen-Bradley 1768-L45S is a 1768 Compact GuardLogix safety controller with 3 MB of memory and 1 MB of safety memory, taking up to four 1768 modules and 30 1769 I/O modules.

Manufacturer
Allen-Bradley
Manufacturer part no.
1768-L45S
Type
Compact GuardLogix safety controller
Lifecycle
Discontinued
OEM successor
Not stated
Technical datasheet
Data sheet

Technical specifications

Manufacturer
Allen-Bradley
Manufacturer part no.
1768-L45S
Type
Compact GuardLogix safety controller
Application
PLC controller
Used with
1768 and 1769 Compact I/O
Embedded Network Port
None
L4x platform - controllers
CompactLogix L45 Safety
Local Programming Port
1 RS232
Memory
3 MB
Non Volatile Memory Option
CompactFlash
Safety Memory
1 MB
1768 current draw
5.6A @ 5V DC
1769 current draw
2.0A @ 5V DC
Available user memory
3 MB standard, 1 MB safety
Backplane current draw
2.1A @ 24V DC
Communication bus
RS-232
Communication medium copper
Yes
Communication ports
RS-232, Fully isolated, 38.4 Kbps max
Communications protocol
Other
Conducted RF immunity
10V rms with 1 kHz sine-wave 80% AM from 150 kHz...80 MHz
Depth
122.1 mm
DIN-rail mounting
Yes
EFT/B immunity
±4kV @ 5kHz on communication ports
Emissions
CISPR 11 (IEC 61000-6-4)
Enclosure type rating
None (open-style)
ESD immunity
6 kV contact discharges, 8 kV air discharges
Expandable
Yes
Height
131.6 mm
Isolation voltage
30V (continuous), functional insulation type, Type tested at 500V AC @ 60s, RS-232 to system
Module expansion capacity
Two 1768 modules, Sixteen 1769 modules
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Module location
DIN rail or panel mount
Number of 1768 communication modules, max
2
Number of 1768 modules, max
4
Number of 1768 motion modules, max
4
Number of 1769 I/O modules, max
30
Number of I/O banks, max
3
Operating temperature
0 °C
Panel-mounting screw torque
1.16 Nm (10 in-lb) - use M4 or #8 screws
Power consumption
50.4 W
Power dissipation
9.5 W
Power supply
1768-PA3, 1768-PB3
Power supply distance rating
4 modules
Programming languages
Standard task: all languages, Safety task: relay ladder, safety application instructions
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
Serial cable
1756-CP3 or 1747-CP3, right angle connector to controller, straight to serial port, 3 m
Shock
Operating: 30 G
Slot width
1.5
Standard applications available
Yes
Storage temperature
-40 °C
Suitable for front mounting
Yes
Surge transient immunity
±2 kV line-earth (CM) on communication ports
Surrounding air temperature, max
60 °C
Total 1768 and 1769 current draw
7.6A @ 5V DC
Vibration
5 G @ 10...500 Hz
Voltage type
DC
Weight, approx
0.45 kg
Width
89.6 mm
Wire category
2 - on communication ports
With PC connection
Yes

Technical documents (1)

Key features

  • Isolated RS-232 port, 38.4 Kbps max
  • Up to 30 1769 I/O modules
  • Up to four 1768 modules
  • DIN rail or panel mounting
  • Nonvolatile memory option: CompactFlash

About the Allen-Bradley 1768-L45S

The Allen-Bradley 1768-L45S is a Compact GuardLogix safety controller on the 1768 CompactLogix platform. Rockwell's product page gives it 3 MB of memory and 1 MB of safety memory, an RS-232 port and room for up to four 1768 modules and 30 1769 I/O modules. Rockwell Automation lists it as discontinued.

What is the 1768-L45S used for?

The 1768-L45S runs the control program on a machine or line, with 1768 modules beside it and 1769 Compact I/O in up to three banks. It runs standard and safety control in one controller.

Lifecycle and successor

Discontinued.

Before you order

What to photograph or confirm so the right unit is quoted.

Check the catalog number 1768-L45S on the controller's label, with the series letter and firmware revision. Send us a photo of the label and we will confirm the details before quoting.

Alternatives for 1768-L45S

The manufacturer’s named successor and other parts in the same family. None is a drop-in replacement without checking wiring, I/O and configuration for your installation.

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Allen-Bradley 1769-L36ERMSCompact GuardLogix 5370 Safety Controller, 3 MB/1.5 MBAllen-BradleyCompact GuardLogix safety controllerPhased outSame familyOn RequestOn requestView ›
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