{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1734-ib8s-point-guard-i-o-safety-module","title":"Allen-Bradley 1734-IB8S POINT Guard I\/O Safety Module","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAllen-Bradley 1734-IB8S POINT Guard I\/O Safety Module\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1734-IB8S\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1734-IB8S\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSafety Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for safety-related discrete signal acquisition and output control within POINT Guard I\/O networks. The module incorporates eight current-sinking inputs and four current-sourcing outputs, enabling monitored safety signal processing through the POINT I\/O backplane architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1734-IB8S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePOINT Guard I\/O Safety Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePOINT I\/O 1734\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.19 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen-Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Sinking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum On-State Input Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum On-State Input Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.3 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Off-State Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Off-State Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Sourcing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Output Leakage Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReaction Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 16.2 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermal Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.8 BTU\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e612598350612\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eI\/O Density Scaling Within POINT Guard Architectures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1734-IB8S combines eight safety input channels and four safety output channels within a single POINT Guard I\/O module footprint. This configuration permits consolidation of discrete safety devices while maintaining compatibility with POINT I\/O backplane communication structures. System scalability is determined by the selected network adapter, controller configuration, and overall POINT I\/O assembly design rather than by the module alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What input signal type is required by the 1734-IB8S?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module is specified for current-sinking inputs. Connected field devices and wiring arrangements must be compatible with the defined sinking input characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the specified response time of the module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe published reaction time is less than 16.2 ms from input state recognition to internal module processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the module be replaced while energized?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe supplied technical data does not specify hot-swap capability. Installation and replacement procedures should follow the applicable POINT Guard I\/O maintenance documentation and site lockout requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the module on a properly secured POINT I\/O terminal base according to the assembly sequence specified for the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify field wiring polarity before energizing safety input and output circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute safety wiring separately from high-energy conductors to reduce electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerminate cable shields in accordance with plant grounding practices and applicable safety standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm that connected devices satisfy the minimum on-state voltage and current requirements before commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain adequate enclosure protection for open-style modules and prevent contamination from conductive dust or moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerform safety function validation after installation and before placing the equipment into operational service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43475716538458,"sku":"1734-IB8S","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/1734-IB8S2.jpg?v=1781071654","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1734-ib8s-point-guard-i-o-safety-module","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}