{"product_id":"1794-asb-allen-bradley-flex-i-o-adapter-module","title":"1794-ASB  | Allen Bradley | Flex I\/O Adapter Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen Bradley 1794-ASB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as the high-performance link between a Remote I\/O (RIO) scanner and the Flex I\/O module system. This adapter manages communication across the backplane, allowing a single scanner to control up to eight I\/O modules. By decentralizing your control architecture, the 1794-ASB reduces wiring costs and simplifies troubleshooting in complex automation environments. We supply this unit in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New, original factory condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto ensure maximum uptime for your facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following table outlines the critical electrical and mechanical parameters for the 1794-ASB:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\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\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllen Bradley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlex I\/O 1794\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI\/O Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports up to 8 Modules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19.2 - 31.2V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Dissipation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.6 Watts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAddressing Modes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard, Compact, Complementary (including 32-pt)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.38 lbs (0.17 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated LED Diagnostic Indicators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-in FlexBus Connector\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\u003eVersatile Addressing Logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1794-ASB supports five distinct addressing modes, including\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard-32\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementary-32\u003c\/strong\u003e. This flexibility allows engineers to map high-density I\/O points efficiently without upgrading the entire network architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpace-Efficient DIN Rail Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module’s compact footprint minimizes control cabinet space. The integrated FlexBus connector snaps directly into the terminal base, eliminating the need for bulky ribbon cables between modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Power Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith an input range of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19.2 to 31.2V DC\u003c\/strong\u003e, the adapter handles voltage fluctuations common in heavy industrial environments. The low 4.6W power dissipation prevents heat buildup in enclosed panels, extending the lifespan of adjacent components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal-Time Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOnboard status indicators provide instant visual feedback on communication health and power status, drastically reducing the \"Mean Time to Repair\" (MTTR) during system faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the 1794-ASB support high-density 32-point I\/O modules?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The 1794-ASB specifically includes Standard-32 and Complementary-32 addressing modes, which allow it to communicate effectively with high-density Flex I\/O modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I replace a failed 1794-ASB without reconfiguring the entire RIO link?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: As long as you set the DIP switches on the new unit to match the original's rack address and communication rate, the system will recognize the replacement module immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the maximum number of modules this adapter can drive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This adapter manages a maximum of eight Flex I\/O modules. 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