{"product_id":"1768-enbt-compactlogix-ethernet-ip-communication-bridge-module-allen-bradley","title":"1768-ENBT CompactLogix EtherNet\/IP Communication Bridge Module | Allen-Bradley","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1768-ENBT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as the primary high-speed communication gateway for the CompactLogix 1768 controller platform. This bridge module enables the controller to connect with plant-wide networks, remote I\/O, and HMI systems via the EtherNet\/IP protocol. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring your industrial network maintains peak deterministic data throughput and secure connectivity across your automation architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompactLogix (Bulletin 1768)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEtherNet\/IP, EtherNet\/OCPP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthernet Port\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRJ45, Category 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10\/100 Mbps (Auto-negotiation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackplane Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1768 Local Expansion Bus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5% to 95% (Non-condensing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Deterministic Networking:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1768-ENBT manages EtherNet\/IP traffic at 100 Mbps, providing the necessary bandwidth for real-time I\/O control and high-speed interlocking. This module stabilizes data packet delivery, ensuring that motion control and safety signals arrive without the jitter associated with unmanaged network traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless Plant-Wide Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis module bridges the gap between the factory floor and enterprise-level networks. It allows the CompactLogix CPU to share critical production data with SCADA systems, SQL databases, and MES platforms through standard Ethernet infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified System Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1768-ENBT supports rapid integration within the RSLogix 5000 \/ Studio 5000 environment. Engineers configure the module through standard Add-On Profiles (AOP), which eliminates the need for manual bit-mapping and reduces overall commissioning time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Hardware Reliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDesigned for harsh industrial environments, the module operates efficiently at temperatures up to 60°C. The hardware resists electromagnetic interference (EMI), protecting the signal integrity of the RJ45 port even when installed in cabinets near high-frequency variable speed drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Mounting Logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module snaps directly onto the 1768 bus, which supports both DIN rail and panel mounting. This flexibility allows for high-density hardware placement in cramped control cabinets, saving valuable panel space while maintaining easy access to the Category 5 cable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 1768-ENBT support motion control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1768-ENBT facilitates EtherNet\/IP communications for I\/O and messaging. For integrated motion on EtherNet\/IP (CIP Motion), ensure your controller and firmware version support motion tasks via this specific bridge module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use standard Category 5e cables with this module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 1768-ENBT utilizes a standard RJ45 interface and supports Category 5 or higher cabling. For industrial environments, we recommend using shielded Category 5e or Category 6 cables to prevent electrical noise from disrupting network communications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I assign the initial IP address to a Brand New 1768-ENBT?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the Rockwell Automation BootP\/DHCP utility to assign an initial IP address based on the module’s MAC address. Once established, you can set a static IP address through the RSLinx software or the Studio 5000 module configuration tab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the 1768-ENBT and 1769-ENBT?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1768-ENBT specifically fits the 1768 controller's high-speed expansion bus (usually located to the left of the CPU), whereas the 1769-ENBT fits the standard 1769 I\/O bus. They are not physically interchangeable due to the different backplane connector designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53382690603192,"sku":"1768-ENBT","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/1768-ENBT.jpg?v=1776933490","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/1768-enbt-compactlogix-ethernet-ip-communication-bridge-module-allen-bradley","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}