The 1784-KTX is a communications interface card manufactured by Allen-Bradley (now Rockwell Automation) for their PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems. Here is a breakdown of its features and where you can find more information:
Features:
Communication interface: The 1784-KTX card allows Allen-Bradley PLC to communicate with devices on various networks. It supports protocols such as DH+ (Data Highway Plus) and DH-485, which are commonly used in industrial automation to communicate between PLCS and other devices such as sensors, actuators, and remote I/O modules.
Dedicated line: It can also be used for direct connection between a PLC and a PLC-2 or PLC-3 controller without the need for a separate network.
Remote I/O Scanner: The card can act as a remote I/O scanner, enabling the PLC to access and control I/O modules away from the main controller.
Applications:
The 1784-KTX card is used in a variety of industrial automation applications where PLCS need to communicate with remote devices or controllers:
Factory Automation:
The PLC is connected to sensors and actuators distributed on the production line.
Establish a communication network between PLC and other control systems.
Extend the PLC's I/O capabilities by connecting to remote I/O modules.
Process control:
PLCS are connected to process instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.
Machine control:
Implement communication between the PLC and other machine controllers to achieve coordinated operation.
Find out more:
The 1784-KTX card is a half-length ISA card that can be installed in a 16-bit ISA or EISA slot, but not in an 8-bit slot. In addition, it has only one channel, which acts as a remote I/O scanner and can be used as a node on a DH+ or DH-485 network, directly connected to a PLC-2/PLC-3 controller. The card's operating temperature range is 32 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, and the ambient temperature should be maintained between -40 and 185 degrees Fahrenheit when stored or transported. The surrounding non-condensing relative humidity should be between 5% and 95%.
The 1784-KTX card has a vibration rating of 10 to 60 Hz and a displacement of 0.012 inches. Before installing the card, you must configure the card's interrupt Settings and basic memory address. At the same time, it supports common data transfer protocols, such as Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, etc., usually compatible with Allen Bradley control systems, but also can communicate with other manufacturers of equipment data.
In general, the 1784-KTX communication interface card is a device with rich features and stable performance, which is widely used in various industries such as medical and health, food, chemical, energy, electronics, etc., and can meet the needs of various industrial automation systems to achieve accurate monitoring and control.
