Allen-Bradley 1756-A17 17-Slot ControlLogix Chassis

Allen-Bradley 1756-A17 ControlLogix 17-Slot Chassis

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The Allen-Bradley 1756-A17 is a high-capacity 17-slot chassis designed for the ControlLogix automation platform. This open-style enclosure serves as the...

SKU: 1756-A17

Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley
Product No.: 1756-A17
Product Type: PLC Chassis
Product Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Weight: 2900g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Description Reviews

The Allen-Bradley 1756-A17 is a high-capacity 17-slot chassis designed for the ControlLogix automation platform. This open-style enclosure serves as the backbone for industrial control systems, providing the necessary backplane communication and power distribution for a wide array of I/O, controller, and communication modules.

Features

17-slot capacity for extensive system scalability.
Integrated backplane for high-speed data exchange and power distribution.
Supports Removal and Insertion Under Power (RIUP) for maintenance without system shutdown.
Electronic keying functionality to prevent incorrect module installation.
Sequence of Events (SOE) timestamping support for precise diagnostics.

Applications

Automotive assembly line control and monitoring.
Integrated food and beverage processing systems.
Water and wastewater treatment plant automation.
Large-scale warehouse logistics and sorting systems.

Technical Specifications

Model	1756-A17
Slots	17
Enclosure Type	Open
Power Dissipation (Max)	6 W
Backplane Current (5V DC)	10 A
Backplane Current (24V DC)	2.8 A
Mounting	Horizontal only (10 tabs)
Operating Temperature	0 to 60 degC (32 to 140 degF)

Installation Guidelines

Ensure the chassis is mounted horizontally on a flat, rigid panel using all 10 mounting tabs.
Maintain recommended clearances: 10.2 cm (plus power supply width) on the left, 7.7 cm (plus power supply width) on the right, 15.3 cm top, and 5.1 cm bottom.
Properly ground the chassis using 8.3 mm² (8 AWG) for Functional Earth and 2.1 mm² (14 AWG) for Protective Earth.
Use appropriate hardware (Phillips screws, flat/split-lock/star washers) as specified by the installation manual to ensure secure attachment.
Always power down the system before performing initial installation or major wiring modifications.

FAQ

Is the 1756-A17 chassis hot-swappable?

Yes, the chassis supports the RIUP (Removal and Insertion Under Power) feature, which allows modules to be swapped while the chassis is energized.

Can this chassis be mounted vertically?

No, the 1756-A17 is strictly designed for horizontal mounting to ensure proper convection cooling and operational integrity.

What is the maximum power dissipation?

The chassis has a maximum power dissipation of 6 Watts.

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