{"product_id":"1794-ib32-allen-bradley-flex-i-o-32-point-digital-input-module","title":"1794-IB32 | Allen-Bradley FLEX I\/O 32-Point Digital Input Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1794-IB32\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a high-density discrete input interface within the FLEX I\/O family. It provides 32 sinking input points in a single, compact module, allowing controllers to monitor large arrays of push buttons, limit switches, and proximity sensors simultaneously. This module optimizes cabinet space by centralizing dozens of field signals into a modular footprint. We supply this unit in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New, original factory condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring your distributed I\/O architecture benefits from maximum signal availability and manufacturer-certified reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\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\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\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 Digital (Discrete)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSinking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn-State Voltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10.0V DC to 31.2V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen-style, DIN Rail Mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeyswitch Position\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\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 to 55 °C (32 to 131 °F)\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\u003e0.20 lbs (0.09 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Family\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\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Density Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1794-IB32 packs 32 input points into a small-form-factor module. This density reduces the number of terminal bases and adapters required for high-I\/O-count machines, effectively lowering the overall cost-per-point in your automation budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecentralized Signal Processing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy mounting the 1794-IB32 near the machine's sensors, you eliminate massive wire bundles running back to a central control room. This distributed approach slashes installation labor and minimizes potential EMI\/RFI noise pickup over long cable runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Sinking Logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe sinking input design accommodates a wide variety of 24V DC sourcing field devices. The module maintains stable logic states even in fluctuating power conditions (10V to 31.2V), preventing false triggers in demanding industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTool-Free Modular Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module snaps directly onto a 1794 terminal base (such as the 1794-TB32). This design allows for \"Removal and Insertion Under Power\" (RIUP), enabling technicians to replace modules without shutting down the entire communication adapter or system backplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Thermal Footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDespite the high input count, the module utilizes low-power circuitry to minimize heat dissipation. This allows for tighter packing of modules within non-ventilated enclosures without risking thermal-induced logic errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich terminal base is required for the 1794-IB32?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou must use a 32-point terminal base, such as the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1794-TB32\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1794-TB32S\u003c\/strong\u003e. Standard 8-point or 16-point bases do not provide sufficient termination points for all 32 inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this module support \"Sinking\" or \"Sourcing\" devices?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1794-IB32 features\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einputs. This means the module provides the \"ground\" path, and you must use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSourcing (PNP)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efield sensors to provide the 24V DC signal to the input terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I replace a 16-point 1794-IB16 with this 32-point 1794-IB32?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile both belong to the FLEX I\/O family, the 1794-IB32 requires a different terminal base and a configuration update in your PLC software (e.g., Studio 5000) to recognize the expanded memory map for 32 points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this unit provided in a factory-sealed box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes. We guarantee this product is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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