{"product_id":"1794-if8ih-allen-bradley-flex-i-o-analog-input-module","title":"1794-IF8IH | Allen-Bradley | FLEX I\/O Analog Input Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1794-IF8IH\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1794-IF8IH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAnalog Input Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-density analog signal acquisition within FLEX I\/O distributed control platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\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\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1794-IF8IH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\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\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.26 kg (0.56 lbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard 1794 Module footprint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 to 55 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19.2-31.2 V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 (Single-ended)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConversion Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigma Delta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePLC and Drives: I\/O Density Scaling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1794-IF8IH provides 8 single-ended input channels, enabling efficient I\/O density scaling in distributed control applications. The module utilizes Sigma Delta conversion to process field-level analog signals into digitized values for the backplane bus. Deterministic performance is achieved when the module is properly configured within the host controller, ensuring that backplane bus communication velocity meets the scan rate requirements of the process loop. Firmware flash compatibility should be verified against the I\/O scanner revision to ensure correct data object mapping and signal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can this module be used in isolated input configurations?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The 1794-IF8IH is specified as a non-isolated, single-ended input module. All connected field devices must share a common ground reference to prevent ground loop currents from injecting noise into the measurement signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the module support hot-swapping under power?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the module supports insertion and removal under backplane power. However, ensure that the field wiring terminal base is correctly secured to prevent accidental signal disconnection or short circuits during the module changeover process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerminal Base Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module must be installed on a compatible FLEX I\/O terminal base. Ensure the mechanical keys on the base and module are aligned correctly before seating to prevent damage to the backplane connector pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Grounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSince the inputs are single-ended and non-isolated, all signal returns must be tied to the system common. Use shielded twisted-pair cabling for all analog signals to minimize electromagnetic interference. The shield should be grounded at the source end only to avoid ground loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsure the external DC power supply provides a steady voltage within the 19.2 to 31.2 V DC range. Exceeding this range may cause internal component failure, while falling below it may lead to unstable analog-to-digital conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAs the unit is an open-style enclosure, it must be housed within an industrial cabinet rated for the operating environment. 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