Overview
The Allen Bradley 1791DS-IB8XOB8 is a DeviceNet Safety CompactBlock module designed for integrated safety input and output control in industrial automation systems. It enables reliable monitoring of safety devices and controlled actuation of safety outputs within a compact distributed safety architecture, improving machine protection and system response efficiency.
General Information
Part Number: 1791DS-IB8XOB8
Brand: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
Country of Origin: United States
Series: 1791 CompactBlock DeviceNet Safety
Type: Safety Combined Input/Output Module
Mounting: Machine-mounted / DIN rail safety enclosure
Application: Safety automation, machine guarding, emergency control systems
Power Specifications
Supply Voltage: 24 V DC nominal
Operating Power: Supplied via DeviceNet safety network power
Field Power Requirement: External 24 V DC for safety input/output operation
Protection: Short-circuit, overvoltage, and internal diagnostic protection
Status Indication: LED indicators for safety status, channel state, and network health
Communication & Interface
Network Interface: DeviceNet Safety communication protocol
Control Integration: Safety PLC and distributed safety controller systems
Data Handling: Safety-rated input monitoring and safety output control
Diagnostics: Fault detection, channel diagnostics, safety event reporting
Wiring Interface: Removable terminal block for secure field wiring
Environmental
Operating Temperature: 0 to +55 °C
Storage Temperature: −40 to +85 °C
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Vibration Resistance: Industrial safety-rated machine environment
Protection Class: Industrial enclosure suitable for safety cabinet installation
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions: 170 x 68.15 x 73.3 mm
Weight: 0.43 kg
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