The 1769-CRL1 (1769-CRL1) is a specialized 1-foot (30.5 cm) bus expansion cable engineered for Allen-Bradley CompactLogix and MicroLogix 1500 control systems. This "Right-to-Left" cable is the critical hardware link required to connect two separate banks of 1769 Compact I/O modules, effectively extending the passive backplane across different DIN rails within a single control cabinet.
The 1769-CRL1 (1769-CRL1) is typically deployed when a system exceeds the physical length of a single mounting rail or when the controller’s power supply distance rating requires the creation of a secondary I/O bank. It features heavy-duty multi-pin connectors with integrated locking latches to ensure high-speed signal integrity and vibration-resistant connectivity. As a passive component, it facilitates seamless communication between the CPU and expansion modules without consuming additional backplane current.
The following specifications define the mechanical and operational characteristics of the 1769-CRL1:
Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation
Model Number: 1769-CRL1
Product Type: I/O Bank Expansion Cable
Connection Orientation: Right-to-Left (Right end of Bank 1 to Left start of Bank 2)
Cable Length: 1 foot (30.5 cm)
Compatible Platforms: CompactLogix 5370, 1769-L3x, 1769-L2x, MicroLogix 1500
Bus Interface: 1769 Compact I/O Communication Bus
Current Consumption: 0 mA (Passive)
Connector Style: Multi-pin with slide-locking mechanism
Bending Radius: Minimum flexible radius for standard enclosure routing
Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 °C (32 to 140 °F)
Storage Temperature: -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F)
Environmental Rating: IP20
Shipping Weight: 0.23 kg (0.51 lbs)
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