1771-OQ16/A Allen Bradley Digital I/O DC Input and Output Modules

Application

The Allen-Bradley 1771-OQ16 Digital Output Module is widely used in industrial automation for controlling external devices such as motors, lights, valves, and other field devices that require 24V DC output signals. It is particularly suitable for systems that need isolated digital outputs, providing protection against electrical noise and interference. The module’s robust design makes it ideal for manufacturing environments, process control systems, and automated assembly lines where multiple output signals are necessary to control various machinery or processes. It is also useful in legacy PLC-5 systems, offering flexibility and reliability in applications that require precise control and monitoring of field devices.

Key Feature

The Allen-Bradley 1771-OQ16 Digital Output Module is designed for use with PLC-5 systems, providing 16 isolated output channels for reliable and efficient control of external devices in industrial automation applications. It operates within a 10-32 VDC voltage range, offering flexibility for various output configurations. Each output channel supports a maximum of 100 mA, ensuring stable power delivery to connected equipment.

The module's isolated outputs protect against electrical noise and interference, ensuring signal integrity in demanding environments. This feature is crucial for industries where consistent performance is required, even in electrically noisy conditions.

Description

The 1771-OQ16 output module is an Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation digital DC output module. It has been designed and manufactured as part of the Allen-Bradley PLC 5 controller series. The 1771-OQ16 digital DC output module can be used in applications with DC relays and other kinds of DC output devices. This module is an isolated output module with 16 output channels. The 1771-OQ16 digital DC output module draws its operating power from the chassis power supply and it needs 400 milliamps of current at 5 Volts DC from the backplane to operate.