{"product_id":"1785-ka-allen-bradley-plc-5-communication-adapter-module","title":"1785-KA | Allen-Bradley | PLC-5 Communication Adapter Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1785-KA\u003c\/strong\u003e communication adapter module from Allen-Bradley is designed to bridge Data Highway (DH) and Data Highway Plus (DH+) networks, enabling seamless communication between devices across these industrial protocols. As part of the PLC-5 product line, this module ensures reliable data transfer and integration within distributed control systems. Its robust design makes it suitable for demanding industrial environments where network interoperability is essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allen-Bradley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1785-KA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e PLC-5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e PLCs \/ Machine Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Communication Adapter Module\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Network bridge between Data Highway and Data Highway Plus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLC Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e PLC-5 controllers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.91 lbs (0.87 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rack-mounted within PLC-5 chassis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e Facilitates data exchange across legacy and enhanced networks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Bridging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects DH and DH+ networks for unified communication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLC-5 Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed specifically for Allen-Bradley PLC-5 systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReliable Data Transfer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensures consistent communication across distributed devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight and easy to install in rack-mounted systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Scenarios\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial plants requiring integration of legacy DH devices with DH+ networks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturing systems with mixed communication protocols\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess industries needing reliable data exchange between controllers and I\/O devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What networks does the 1785-KA module connect?\u003c\/strong\u003e  A: It bridges Data Highway (DH) and Data Highway Plus (DH+) networks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which PLCs are compatible with this module?\u003c\/strong\u003e  A: It is designed for use with Allen-Bradley PLC-5 controllers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the primary function of the 1785-KA?\u003c\/strong\u003e  A: To enable communication and data transfer between devices on DH and DH+ networks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComparison with Similar Models\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul 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