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1768-CNB Allen-Bradley

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Description · Specifications · Product Overview

Specifications provided for reference. Verify critical details against official manufacturer documentation before installation.

Product Overview

The 1768-CNB is an Allen-Bradley CompactLogix L4X ControlNet bridge module that enables a CompactLogix controller to communicate over a ControlNet network. It occupies a single module slot, providing up to 48 Logix communication connections and supporting up to 99 ControlNet nodes. The module integrates ControlNet BNC and RJ45 network interfaces, combines communication and power functions, and mounts on DIN rail or panel. It is typically used to interface CompactLogix controllers in factory automation, motion control, and packaging systems requiring ControlNet connectivity. Part number 1768-CNB.

Best Suited For

  • CompactLogix L4X systems requiring ControlNet communication
  • Applications with up to 99 ControlNet nodes
  • Industrial environments needing ControlNet bridge functionality
  • DIN-rail or panel-mounted CompactLogix installations
Communication rate
5 Mbps
Logix connections
48
Max ControlNet nodes
99
Power consumption
5.14 W

Technical Specifications

I/O & Electrical

ControlNet communication rate
5 Mbps
Logix communication connections
48
Max ControlNet nodes
99
Current draw @ 5.2 V DC
1 A
Current draw @ 24 V DC
0 A
Isolation voltage
30 V (continuous), functional insulation; tested at 500 V AC for 60 s, ControlNet network to system

Communication & Power

Interfaces
1 ControlNet BNC, 1 ControlNet RJ45 (NAP)
Cable type
Quad-shield RG6 coaxial cable
Power dissipation
5.14 W
Thermal dissipation
17.5 BTU/hr
Backplane current @ 5 V
1 A

Physical & Environmental

Operating temperature
0 to 60 °C
Non-operating temperature
-40 to 85 °C
Relative humidity
5…95 % noncondensing
Shock (operating)
30 G
Vibration
5 G @ 10…500 Hz
ESD immunity
6 kV contact, 8 kV air discharge
EFT/B immunity
±2 kV @ 5 kHz on communications ports
Radiated RF immunity
10 V/m 80…2000 MHz
Conducted RF immunity
10 V rms, 150 kHz…80 MHz
Surge immunity
±1 kV line-earth CM, communications ports
Emissions
CISPR 11 (IEC 61000-6-4): Class A
Dimensions (H×W×D)
132 × 56.7 × 105.1 mm
Weight, approx.
0.260 kg
Mounting
DIN-rail or panel mount; torque 1.16 Nm (10 in-lb), M4 or #8 screws

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