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Product Overview

The Allen Bradley 1715-IB16D operates as a high-density, fault-tolerant 16-channel digital input module engineered for the 1715 Redundant I/O platform. This module provides continuous, high-availability monitoring of discrete 24V DC field devices for ControlLogix architectures deployed in mission-critical applications. The "D" designation specifies onboard line diagnostics, allowing the processor to instantly detect field wiring faults such as open circuits or shorted wiring tracks. We deliver this high-performance component exclusively as a 100% brand-new, original unit to guarantee maximum signal integrity, hardware-level diagnostic precision, and immediate integration into zero-downtime industrial control loops.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Manufacturer Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation
Product Line 1715 Redundant I/O System
Part Number 1715-IB16D
Condition 100% Brand New Original
Module Classification 16-Channel Redundant Digital Input Module
Nominal Input Voltage 24 Volts DC
Continuous Operating Range 18 to 32 Volts DC
Backplane Current Draw 260 mA at 18...32V DC
Maximum Slew Rate 3600 V/s
Maximum Translation Rate 1 / (Application scan time + 10 ms) Hz
System Power Dissipation 4.0 Watts maximum
Field Loop Power Dissipation 0.2 Watts maximum per individual loop
Continuous Isolation Voltage 50V continuous (Basic insulation, I/O ports to backplane)
Inter-Port Isolation (1715-TASIB16D) No isolation between individual I/O channels
Inter-Port Isolation (1715-TADIB16D) 50V isolation between individual I/O channels
Dielectric Type Testing 500V AC for 60 seconds duration
Operating Temperature Scope -40 to +70 degrees Celsius
Storage Temperature Profile -40 to +85 degrees Celsius
Physical Module Dimensions 11.8 cm x 4.2 cm x 16.6 cm
Net Hardware Weight 0.36 kg (0.79 lbs)

Engineering Advantages

  • Eliminates Unscheduled Production Downtime: When paired with a redundant partner module on the 1715 base unit, this card establishes a true fault-tolerant configuration. The parallel backup architecture allows a hot-swap replacement during live operation, preserving safety interlock monitoring and system uptime.

  • Pinpoints Field Wiring Faults Instantly: Onboard circuit intelligence runs continuous line monitoring routines to distinguish between standard field contact transitions and actual physical circuit breaks. This active open-circuit diagnostic mechanism alerts maintenance crews to broken lines before an operational command failure occurs.

  • Withstands Extreme Environmental Variances: The robust component selection permits continuous full-load operation across an extended temperature spectrum from -40 up to +70 degrees Celsius. This resilience eliminates the need for auxiliary enclosure cooling fans or heating elements in remote outdoor marshaling panels.

  • Flexible Channel Isolation Configurations: The physical channel-to-channel insulation attributes adapt based on your termination assembly selection. Installing a 1715-TADIB16D assembly delivers 50V inter-port isolation, protecting the system from electrical cross-talk and independent ground loops across distinct field sensors.

FAQs

  • Can I insert the 1715-IB16D directly into a standard 1756 ControlLogix chassis slot?

    No. The 1715-IB16D belongs to a distinct, high-availability hardware family and requires a dedicated 1715 I/O base. It links back to the main ControlLogix controller chassis over an Ethernet/IP network loop using a 1715-AENTR redundant adapter module.

  • How does this module handle open-circuit diagnostics on its 24V DC input channels?

    The module measures small, constant leakage currents flowing through the field sensing loops. To utilize this line monitoring feature accurately, you must install appropriate end-line termination resistors at your field switch contacts so the internal electronics can flag zero-current states as line breaks rather than open switches.

  • Does this module support both sinking and sourcing field wiring configurations?

    Yes. The underlying physical architecture accommodates both input formats. However, your choice depends entirely on how you route your common power rails and wire your selected 1715 termination assembly block (1715-TASIB16D or 1715-TADIB16D).

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