Allen Bradley 1785-ME16

Operating Parameters

Voltage: The Allen Bradley 1785-ME16 operates over a range of voltages and is typically used with standard industrial voltages. It can accept either 120V AC or 240V AC input voltages, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial electrical environments.

Current Carrying Capacity: A well-defined current carrying capacity. This is critical in defining how much electrical load it can handle. It is designed to handle currents suitable for driving multiple interface devices and components in industrial control systems, typically in the range of several amperes, depending on the configuration and software requirements used.

Operating Temperature: The Allen Bradley 1785-ME16 is designed to operate over a wide temperature range. It is capable of operating reliably at temperatures of approximately 0°C to 60°C, making it deployable indoors and in some slightly harsh industrial environments. Reliability and performance will not show any significant degradation over the range of ambient temperatures commonly found in factories and industrial plants.

Product Features

Data Acquisition and Conversion: Supports acquisition of analog and digital data from multiple different sensors and field devices. The Allen Bradley 1785-ME16 is able to convert these raw signals into a form that can be easily used by the control system. It can capture temperature sensor readings (analog) and convert them into a format that is readable by digital values for control operations. The device collects data from switches and proximity sensors, including digital input signals.

Product Control: The Allen Bradley 1785-ME16 outputs control signals to actuators and other output devices. It can issue commands to motors, solenoids, and valves based on processed data and defined control algorithms. It can change the speed of a motor or the position of a valve to achieve target process conditions. This program is associated with a high degree of accuracy in the generation of output signals, which helps to achieve precise industrial process control.

Communication and Networking: It contains communication interfaces for connecting to other components within an industrial network. For example, it can communicate with a PLC, HMI, or other intelligent system using common protocols such as Ethernet/IP. This allows integration into a wider industrial automation ecosystem, enabling coordinated control and monitoring across multiple devices and systems.

Applications

Automotive Manufacturing: The Allen Bradley 1785-ME16 is used to control different processes in the automotive assembly line. It is able to control the robotic welding arm by processing sensor inputs about the position and orientation of the welded parts and outputting control signals to precisely adjust the robot's movements. It also manages the conveyor belts that transfer automotive parts from one station to another to keep the production line smooth and efficient.

Food and Beverage Processing: Temperature Control of Ovens and Refrigeration Units in Food Processing Plants Temperatura is an embedded system that collects temperature measurements from external temperature sensors/coils or controls heating or cooling elements to obtain the specific temperature required for food processing. It also controls the flow of ingredients during mixing and packaging processes, ensuring correct dosage and good operation of the production line.

Pharmaceutical Industry: In pharmaceutical production, it is essential to control the precise conditions required for the synthesis and packaging of drugs. It measures and regulates the pressure, temperature and humidity of clean rooms and production rooms. It also controls the operation of automatic pill dispensing and packaging machines, ensuring the integrity and quality of the drugs.