Overview:
The 1734-APB is a factory-new Allen-Bradley Point I/O PROFIBUS adapter module from the Bulletin 1734 POINT I/O™ series. It bridges the POINT I/O backplane (PointBus) and the PROFIBUS network, allowing seamless communication between your I/O modules and PROFIBUS master systems.
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Allen-Bradley |
| Category | PLCs |
| Product Line | POINT I/O 1734 |
| Series | POINT I/O |
| Part Number | 1734-APB |
| UPC | 612598276561 |
| Module Type | PROFIBUS DP Network Adapter |
| Input Voltage | 24 V DC |
| Field Side Power | 400 mA |
| Inrush Current | 6 A |
| Power Consumption | 8 W |
| POINTBus Current | 1000 mA |
| Power Dissipation | 2.8 W (at 28.8 V) |
| Input Overvoltage Protection | Reverse Polarity Protection |
| Weight | 0.50 lbs (0.23 kg) |
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Key Features:
Compact Design: Allen-Bradley 1734-APB features an ultra-thin enclosure, only 22mm wide, significantly saving space in crowded control cabinets. Its fanless operation eliminates dust accumulation, ensuring long-term reliability in highly polluted environments such as automotive welding workshops.
Plug-and-Play Wiring: The module's spring-clip terminals enable tool-free installation, and color-coded wire ducting simplifies operation for electricians. The Allen-Bradley 1734-APB's modular backplane allows for hot-swap I/O card insertion and removal, significantly reducing downtime for maintenance on pharmaceutical production lines.
Allen-Bradley 1734-APB Supporting products
I/O expansion modules: 1734-IB8 (8-point DC input), 1734-OB8 (8-point DC output), 1734-IE4V (4-channel voltage analog input).
Network components: 1784-PCD (PC interface card), 1770-KFD (serial converter).
Control system: CompactLogix 5370 series PLC, ControlLogix processor with 1756-DNB scanner module.
Applications:
Ideal for industrial automation, factory control systems, and PROFIBUS-based networks, the 1734-APB module ensures:
Reliable I/O communication across large-scale automation networks.
Safe, stable, and efficient power distribution to POINT I/O modules.
Easy system expansion while maintaining consistent network performance.