The Allen-Bradley 1440-TB-C /B, also cataloged as the 1440-TB-C Terminal Base Unit, operates as a dedicated hardware component for mechanical support and field wiring execution within XM Series platforms.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 1440-TB-C |
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.68 lbs (0.31 kg) |
| Dimensions | 9.3 cm x 7.6 cm x 4.8 cm |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive distribution (routes 24 VDC to attached modules) |
| Terminal Connection Type | Screw clamp terminals |
| Compatible Modules | XM Series modules (including XM-120, XM-220, XM-440) |
| Interface Support | DeviceNet and RS-232 serial pass-through |
| Enclosure Rating | Open style |
| Mounting Style | DIN-rail or panel mount |
The 1440-TB-C interfaces directly with the backplane bus communication velocity properties governed by the parent industrial control platform. It serves as the physical routing substrate to support I/O density scaling routines across Profinet / EtherNet/IP deterministic networks, as well as native DeviceNet architectures. The internal copper traces maintain electrical continuity without degrading data packet transmission, though functional performance depends strictly on the firmware flash compatibility of the specific XM module hot-swapped into the base.
Q: Can an XM module be hot-swapped into the 1440-TB-C terminal base while backplane network traffic is active?
A: Yes, the mechanical and electrical architecture of the terminal base supports Removal and Insertion Under Power (RIUP) of the processing module. However, field power routed through the screw clamps must be managed to eliminate inductive spikes or contact arcing during extraction.
Q: Does the 1440-TB-C contain active microprocessors requiring firmware flash updates?
A: No, this unit is a passive mechanical and electrical termination base. It does not possess onboard logic controllers or flash memory, and all communication parameters and bus protocols are driven entirely by the attached processing module.
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