Allen Bradley 1786-BNC

Operating Parameters

Rated Voltage: The Allen Bradley 1786-BNC typically operates at a specific voltage level, tailored for very standard industrial power configurations. As a result, it can operate reliably in a variety of industrial environments with a wide range of voltage levels. For example, it works well over a voltage range of 110V to 240V, so it is not overly sensitive and can operate even under less than optimal conditions.

Current Limitation: The Allen Bradley 1786-BNC has its specified current carrying capacity. This defines how much current it can safely conduct. It is designed to handle the ordinary current requirements of the components and circuits it is connected to. With a current rating of 12A, it can handle a fair number of downstream devices while maintaining signal quality and preventing overloads.

Bandwidth: The specific bandwidth it can use for communication. This bandwidth determines the rate at which data can be sent and received. For example, it can have a bandwidth of 2200 megabits per second, which would allow for fairly smooth messaging between different components of an industrial control system. You will need it for real-time monitoring and control applications that require data to be transmitted in microseconds.

Product Features

Signal Converter: The Allen Bradley 1786-BNC is a signal converter. It is able to convert various signals into another signal, for example, analog signals into digital signals and vice versa. This is important in industrial environments because various sensors and actuators may be in different signal formats. For example, it can convert the analog signal received from the temperature sensor into a digital signal format that the PLC can process.

Communication: The Allen Bradley 1786-BNC can connect multiple industrial devices and allow data exchange. Protocols such as DeviceNet are used to ensure reliable and efficient communication. This enables it to transmit control signals from a central control unit to remote actuators and bring feedback data from sensors back to the control system.

Network Connectivity: It supports network connectivity, enabling communication between various components in the industrial space. It can act as a hub in a network, connecting various devices, including PLCs, HMIs, and industrial computers. It promotes smooth integration and collaboration across the entire industrial automation ecosystem.

Applications

Factory Automation: The Allen Bradley 1786-BNC is used in manufacturing plants to connect and coordinate various automation elements. For example, it can also be used in assembly lines to ensure that robotic arms, conveyors, and quality control sensors communicate properly. This helps coordinate the operation of a robotic arm, which picks and places components, and carries said components as a conveyor moves, for example.

Industrial Applications: In chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, it plays a role in process control systems. It is able to send temperature, pressure, and flow sensor data to the control system, as well as send control signals to valves and pumps. It helps maintain the precise climate required to ensure the necessary chemical reactions as well as the manufacturing of products.

Industrial Network Uses: The most common use is in the creation of industrial networks. The Allen Bradley 1786-BNC can augment an existing network or establish a new segment within it. This allows the integration of legacy devices with leading technologies, establishing compatibility and facilitating seamless data flow on a robust end-to-end industrial network.