{"product_id":"1794-aentr-flex-i-o-ethernet-ip-dual-port-communication-adapter-allen-bradley","title":"1794-AENTR FLEX I\/O EtherNet\/IP Dual-Port Communication Adapter | Allen-Bradley","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1794-AENTR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eacts as a high-performance communication interface for the Allen-Bradley FLEX I\/O platform. This adapter bridges the gap between a central controller and remote I\/O modules via the EtherNet\/IP network. It facilitates high-speed data transfer and supports flexible network topologies, making it a cornerstone for distributed control architectures. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein original factory packaging to ensure maximum uptime and network stability for your automation facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1794-AENTR provides robust electrical and networking parameters to drive remote I\/O racks:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Protocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEtherNet\/IP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e10\/100 Mbps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2 (RJ45)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI\/O Module Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSupports up to 8 modules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e19.2–31.2 VDC (24V DC Nominal)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e400 mA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Power (Internal Bus):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5 VDC at 640 mA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInrush Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e18 Amps for 2 ms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e50V Continuous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDIN Rail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0.51 lbs (0.23 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Redundancy with DLR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe dual RJ45 ports support Device Level Ring (DLR) topology. This prevents system-wide failure by providing a redundant data path; the network maintains communication even if a single cable segment breaks or a node fails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaisy-Chain Flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe integrated switch functionality allows for linear \"daisy-chain\" wiring. This significantly reduces the total amount of cabling required and eliminates the need for expensive managed switches at every remote drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpace-Efficient Distributed I\/O:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe compact DIN-rail mounting style allows engineers to place I\/O closer to sensors and actuators. This minimizes long-run analog signal wiring and reduces electromagnetic interference risks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScalable Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA single 1794-AENTR manages up to 8 FLEX I\/O modules. This scalability allows for a high density of digital, analog, and specialty I\/O points within a single small-footprint assembly.\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\u003eIs this 1794-AENTR unit provided as a brand new original part?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. We supply this communication adapter exclusively as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginal stock. Each unit arrives in its original factory packaging with intact seals to guarantee manufacturer-grade performance and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I address the 1794-AENTR on my EtherNet\/IP network?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can set the IP address using the thumbwheel switches located on the side of the module for standard private networks (192.168.1.xxx) or utilize DHCP\/BOOTP software for custom network configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the benefit of the dual ports compared to the standard 1794-AENT?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"R\" in 1794-AENTR stands for Redundancy\/Ring. While the standard AENT has only one port, the AENTR provides two ports, enabling Device Level Ring (DLR) and linear topologies which increase network fault tolerance and simplify wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the 1794-AENTR power the connected I\/O modules?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapter provides 640 mA at 5 VDC to the internal backplane bus to power the logic side of up to 8 modules. However, you must provide separate 24V DC field power to the terminal bases to drive your actual field devices (solenoids, sensors, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53276767453368,"sku":"1794-AENTR","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/1794-AENTR.jpg?v=1775638816","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/1794-aentr-flex-i-o-ethernet-ip-dual-port-communication-adapter-allen-bradley","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}