Allen-Bradley 1794-IB16 FLEX IO Discrete Input Module

Description:

The Allen-Bradley 1794-IB16 FLEX I/O Input Module is used in distributed industrial automation systems to monitor and process discrete 24 VDC input signals from field devices and sensors. Commonly installed in manufacturing equipment, conveyor systems, packaging machinery, material handling equipment, and process control applications utilizing FLEX I/O architecture. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this module for system expansion, replacement, retrofit projects, and modernization of distributed control systems requiring reliable digital input acquisition.

Applications:

The Allen-Bradley 1794-IB16 FLEX I/O Input Module is commonly used for monitoring proximity sensors, limit switches, pushbuttons, photoelectric sensors, safety interlocks, and other discrete field devices in packaging equipment, assembly machinery, conveyor controls, process automation systems, and industrial manufacturing environments where remote I/O connectivity is required.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley
• Part Number: 1794-IB16
• Product Type: Digital Input Module
• Series: FLEX I/O
• Number of Inputs: 16 Digital Inputs
• Input Voltage: 24 VDC Nominal
• Input Voltage Range: 10-31.2 VDC
• Input Type: Sinking Input Module
• Inputs per Module: 16
• On-State Voltage Range: 10-31.2 VDC
• Off-State Voltage: 0-5 VDC
• Input Current: 7 mA Nominal at 24 VDC
• Backplane Current Draw: 20 mA at 5 VDC
• Isolation Voltage: 850 VDC Tested
• Mounting Style: DIN Rail Mount with FLEX I/O Terminal Base
• Compatible Terminal Bases: 1794-TB3, 1794-TB3S
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C
• Application Environment: Industrial Automation and Distributed I/O Systems

Common Replacements:

• Allen-Bradley 1794-IB32
• Allen-Bradley 1794-IV16
• Allen-Bradley 1794-IA16