1793-OB16P Allen-Bradley FLEX I/O Datasheet & Technical Manual

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Allen-Bradley 1793-OB16P FLEX I/O DC Output Module The Allen-Bradley 1793-OB16P, also cataloged as the 1793-OB16P FLEX I/O DC Output Module,...

SKU: 1793-OB16P

Manufacturer: Allen Bradley
Product No.: 1793-OB16P
Product Type: Digital Output Modules
Product Origin: USA
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Weight: 200g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Description Reviews

Allen-Bradley 1793-OB16P FLEX I/O DC Output Module

The Allen-Bradley 1793-OB16P, also cataloged as the 1793-OB16P FLEX I/O DC Output Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for discrete signal switching within FLEX I/O system terminal base assemblies.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	1793-OB16P
Brand	Allen-Bradley
Origin	United States
Weight	0.45 lbs (0.2 kg)
Dimensions	7.6 cm x 10.2 cm x 7.6 cm
Operating Temp	0 to 55 deg C
Power Consumption	Backplane current load: ~200 mA @ 5 VDC
Output Type	24 VDC sourcing (solid-state)
Number of Outputs	16 channels
Output Voltage Range	10 to 30 VDC
Nominal Voltage	24 VDC
Output Current per Point	0.5 A
Total Module Current	8 A max
Isolation Voltage	50 V (channel-to-channel and channel-to-backplane)
Signal Delay	< 1 ms
Wiring Interface	Screw terminals (via terminal base)
Mounting Options	DIN-rail mount

Industrial Control & Drive Integration

The 1793-OB16P manages electronic actuator circuit states synchronized with the backplane bus communication velocity properties of the local network adapter unit. This solid-state module enables rapid multi-point field execution during dynamic I/O density scaling routines across Profinet / EtherNet/IP deterministic networks. Maintaining full firmware flash compatibility between the module architecture, the communication header, and the central logic controller is necessary to manage discrete data word updates without introducing timing gaps or dropping output execution frames.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the physical hot-swap restrictions when exchanging this module within a live system?

A: Removal and Insertion Under Power (RIUP) is supported only if the specific terminal base assembly and the surrounding atmosphere are confirmed non-hazardous. Disconnecting the module under load in an unverified environment can cause electrical arcing, which damages the backplane terminal connectors.

Q: How does the module react to overcurrent conditions on individual sourcing points?

A: The 1793-OB16P features electronic protection mechanisms that monitor terminal load. Exceeding the 0.5 A continuous current threshold per point or the 8 A aggregate limit per module triggers a protective channel shutdown to prevent structural thermal failure of the internal solid-state switches.

Field Installation Guidelines

Terminal Base Attachment: Power down the associated terminal base line if required by site protocols. Align the 1793-OB16P keys with the target slots on the terminal base unit, press downward firmly until the housing latches, and confirm mechanical engagement before wiring activation.
Sourcing Current Routing: Connect the 24 VDC field power supply lines directly to the matching pins on the screw terminal strips. Verify that all common returns link back to the identical source neutral plane to eliminate differential voltage drifting.
DIN-Rail Ground Path Integrity: Snap the terminal base firmly onto an industrial-standard DIN rail. The DIN rail must be bounded to the enclosure ground plane via a low-impedance copper strap to provide an dissipation pathway for transient electrical noise.

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