The Allen-Bradley 1732E-16CFGM12R is an ArmorBlock module. This module is a compact I/O module with an integrated dual Ethernet communication interface. Being part of the ArmorBlock product series, this module does not require installation within an enclosure as it comes with an IP65 protection rating. It uses D-Code M12 connectors for ethernet I/P and M12 style I/O connectors for input and output connections and mini-stye connectors for auxiliary power input. The 1732E-16CFGM12R is also provided with node address switches for setting the network ID of the device. The integral Ethernet ports function as embedded ethernet switches supporting linear and Device Level Ring (DLR) topology. Both ports support 10/100 Mbps communication speed in half and full-duplex mode. This ArmorBlock module has Sixteen (16) discrete input modules that support sink wiring configuration and accepts 24 VDC input voltage signals. Each input channel has maximum on-state input of 30 VDC while the minimum on-state input is 11 VDC. Similarly, the maximum on-state input current is 5 mA at 30 VDC. The signal transition delay of each channel is typical, rated at 0-16000 µs. The output channels of the 1732E-16CFGM12R are Sixteen (16) 24 VDC sourcing output channels with an output current rating of 0.5 Ampere per channel and a total of 8.0 Amperes per module. Each output channel has a minimum surge current of 1.2 Amperes for 10 ms which is repeatable for every 2 seconds. The 1732E-16CFGM12R has built-in status indicators such as Module, Network, Link, Auxiliary power and I/O LED status indicators. The auxiliary voltage range of this device is 12-30 VDC.

The environmental specifications on the Allen-Bradley 1732E-16CFGM12R ArmorBlock 2-Port EtherNet/IP Module include an operating temperature range that should be held between -4 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit and the storage temperature range to be kept between -40 and 185 degrees Fahrenheit. The relative humidity range of the environment where the ArmorBlock Module is kept should be between 5 and 95% (non-condensing). More environmental specifications on the 1732E-16CFGM12R Module by Allen-Bradley include a vibration rating of 5 g at 10 to 500 Hertz and an operating shock rating of 30 g. The non-operating shock rating is 50 g on this particular module, and it has a Group 1, Class A emissions rating. General specifications include a maximum auxiliary power voltage of 30 Volts, and its minimum voltage is 12 Volts. There are 16 inputs and outputs on the Allen-Bradley 1732E-16CFGM12R Module.

More general specifications for this module include a maximum auxiliary power current (per output module) of 8 Amps and a maximum sensor source current (per input) of 50 milliAmps. The maximum sensor source current (per connector) is 100 milliAmps. The maximum off-state input voltage is 5 Volts, with its maximum on-state input voltage being 30 Volts. The nominal on-state input voltage is 24 Volts. This module’s maximum off-state input current is 1.5 milliAmps at 5 Volts with a maximum on-state input current of 5 milliAmps at 30 Volts. LED indicators allow the end-users to determine what state the module is in, with the Power-On Self Test (POST) being indicated by a flashing red/green indicator, the normal operation being indicated by a green indicator, the recoverable fault being indicated by a flashing red indicator, and unrecoverable fault being indicated by a solid red indicator. The approximate weight of the 1732E-16CFGM12R ArmorBlock Module is 0.34 kilograms, or 0.75 pounds. The dimensions of the module are 179 x 65 x 43.25 millimeters (7.05 x 2.56 x 1.70 inches).

1. What is the special feature offered by the 1732E-16CFGM12R?

The 1732E-16CFGM12R has self-configurable Input/Output (I/O) channels.

2. What are the supporting wiring configuration of the I/O channels of the 1732E-16CFGM12R?

The 1732E-16CFGM12R’s input channels supports sink configuration while the outputs support source configuration.

3. What is the connector type 1732E-16CFGM12R’s ethernet ports?

The 1732E-16CFGM12R’s ethernet ports utilizes D-Code Micro Network Female Connector.

1. What are the Communication, I/O and auxiliary connectors used by the 1732E-16CFGM12R?

The 1732E-16CFGM12R is equipped with D-Code M12 connectors for ethernet I/P and M12 style I/O connectors for input and output connections and mini-stye connectors for auxiliary power input.

2. How many input and output channels does the 1732E-16CFGM12R have?

The 1732E-16CFGM12R has 16 24 VDC sink and 16 24 VDC source outputs.

3. What are the communication rate supported by the built-in ethernet interfaces?

The integrated switches support 10/100 mbps ethernet transmission speed.