Allen Bradley ControlLogix 10 Module Slots Rack 1756-A10

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Product Overview The Allen Bradley 1756-A10 serves as a standard 10-slot modular chassis for the ControlLogix platform. This structural backbone...

SKU: 1756-A10

Manufacturer: Allen Bradley
Product No.: 1756-A10
Product Type: Programmable Controller Chassis
Product Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Weight: 450g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Description Reviews

Product Overview

The Allen Bradley 1756-A10 serves as a standard 10-slot modular chassis for the ControlLogix platform. This structural backbone houses, powers, and interconnects ControlLogix processors, I/O modules, network communication cards, and specialized motion modules. The integrated backplane acts as a high-speed communication bus, maintaining regulated electrical pathways across all installed hardware components. We distribute this product exclusively as a 100% brand new, factory-original unit in its original box, supported by a 12-month comprehensive factory warranty to ensure maximum physical performance and system uptime.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification Details
Manufacturer	Allen Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
Model Designation	1756-A10 Series C
Core Chassis Profile	Standard ControlLogix Modular Rack
Available Module Slots	10 Slots
Mounting Orientation	Panel Mount Configuration
Integrated Backplane Type	High-Speed Serial Communication Bus
Backplane Current Delivery (5.1 VDC)	15 Amperes Maximum
Backplane Current Delivery (1.2 VDC)	1.5 Amperes Maximum
Backplane Current Delivery (24 VDC)	2.8 Amperes Maximum
Companion Power Supplies	1756-PA, 1756-PB, 1756-PC, 1756-PD, 1756-PF
Processor Series Compatibility	ControlLogix L6x, L7x, and L8x Systems
Operational Temperature Boundaries	0 to 60 Degrees Celsius
Storage Temperature Boundaries	-40 to 85 Degrees Celsius
Environmental Humidity Range	5 to 95 Percent Non-Condensing Relative Humidity
Agency Regulatory Compliance	UL, CE, CSA, ATEX, IECEx
Net Weight	4.5 kg (10 lbs)
Physical Envelope Dimensions	445 x 132 x 280 mm (17.5 x 5.2 x 11 in)

Engineering Advantages

Modern industrial processing facilities require clean, stable communication paths between distributed processors and dense I/O configurations. The 1756-A10 eliminates data bottlenecks by deploying a specialized high-speed serial backplane that delivers continuous, deterministic data synchronization across all 10 module slots. This structural design enables the system to support high-bandwidth ControlLogix L8x processors alongside advanced EtherNet/IP communication modules without incurring data transmission lag or slot crosstalk.

The rugged steel and aluminum construction dampens mechanical machinery vibrations, shielding internal module electronics from trace fractures on delicate circuit boards. This mechanical rigidity makes the chassis ideal for heavy industrial environments, such as automotive assembly lines and wastewater processing plants. To accommodate crowded control enclosures, the panel-mount chassis geometry integrates a dedicated structural grounding terminal that safely dissipates stray electrostatic charges away from sensitive processor components.

The left-side mounting interface accepts multiple 1756 power supply variants, including standard AC models and heavy-duty redundant DC configurations. This flexibility allows field engineers to configure redundant power architectures that safeguard operational data loops against local mains failures. Furthermore, the standardized slot spacing provides unhindered vertical air paths, which facilitates natural convective cooling to maintain standard module temperatures during continuous, full-load industrial operations.

FAQs

What major physical changes exist between the older Series B and the current Series C variants of the 1756-A10?

The Series C variant utilizes updated materials that enhance structural grounding and heat dissipation efficiency across dense module loads. Series C maintains full backwards compatibility, meaning it accepts older ControlLogix L6x and L7x processors without requiring modifications to the physical slots or the application software.
Can technicians use this 1756-A10 chassis in a redundant ControlLogix controller configuration?

Yes. The high-speed backplane fully supports the precise synchronization demands of ControlLogix redundancy systems. To build a valid redundant pair, engineers must install identical modules (such as two 1756-A10 chassis, identical L7x or L8x processors, and paired 1756-RM2 redundancy modules) across both systems.
Does the 10-slot layout restrict the placement of the main ControlLogix system processor?

No. The high-speed serial backplane permits the user to insert the primary ControlLogix controller into any available slot within the chassis. However, standard industrial engineering practices recommend placing the main processor in Slot 0 (the leftmost slot next to the power supply) to simplify system documentation and maintenance diagnostics.

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