Overview
The Allen Bradley 1791DS-IB16 is a CompactBlock DeviceNet safety input module designed for industrial safety automation systems. It is used to monitor safety-related field devices such as emergency stop switches, light curtains, and safety interlocks, ensuring reliable signal acquisition within safety-rated control architectures.
General Information
Part Number: 1791DS-IB16
Brand: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
Country of Origin: United States
Series: 1791 CompactBlock DeviceNet Safety
Type: Safety Discrete Input Module
Mounting: Machine-mounted / DIN rail compact safety housing
Application: Safety automation, machine guarding, emergency stop monitoring
Power Specifications
Supply Voltage: 24 V DC nominal
Operating Power: Supplied via DeviceNet network power
Field Power Requirement: External 24 V DC for safety input sensing
Protection: Short-circuit, overvoltage, and diagnostic fault protection
Status Indication: Safety status LEDs for channel and module diagnostics
Communication & Interface
Network Interface: DeviceNet safety communication protocol
Control Integration: Safety PLC and safety controller compatibility
Data Acquisition: Safety-rated digital input signal monitoring
Diagnostics: Channel fault detection, network status, safety event reporting
Wiring Interface: Removable terminal block for field safety wiring
Environmental
Operating Temperature: 0 to +55 °C
Storage Temperature: −40 to +85 °C
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Vibration Resistance: Industrial machine safety environment rated
Protection Class: Industrial enclosure suitable for safety cabinet installation
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions: 170 x 76 x 81 mm
Weight: 0.6 kg
Built for Safety. Designed for Confidence in Every Signal.