{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1738-acnr-armorpoint-controlnet-network-adapter","title":"Allen-Bradley 1738-ACNR ArmorPoint ControlNet Network Adapter","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAllen-Bradley 1738-ACNR ArmorPoint ControlNet Network Adapter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1738-ACNR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as the primary\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1738-ACNR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNetwork Adapter utilized to execute ControlNet communication and distributed I\/O data exchange across ArmorPoint I\/O platforms. The adapter interfaces ArmorPoint modules with the ControlNet network, manages PointBus communications, and supports distributed field-level I\/O connectivity through a sealed industrial enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied documentation identifies\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1738-ACNR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eas a single catalog number. No official suffix structure or configurable model matrix is specified in the provided data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\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\u003e1738-ACNR\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\u003eArmorPoint ControlNet Network Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Family\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmorPoint I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.78 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\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to 85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 W @ 24 VDC; 10.2 W @ 28.8 VDC max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet, 5 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-28.8 VDC (24 VDC nominal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Power Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC @ 425 mA max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInrush Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 A for 10 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8 W max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermal Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.9 BTU\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 V, tested at 1500 VAC for 60 s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 63 ArmorPoint I\/O modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack-Optimized Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP65\/IP66\/IP67 (when marked)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM12 quick disconnect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubnet Expansion Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eControlNet Communication and I\/O Density Scaling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1738-ACNR functions as a ControlNet communication interface between ArmorPoint I\/O assemblies and higher-level control systems. Through PointBus integration, a single adapter can support up to 63 connected I\/O modules while maintaining deterministic network communications at 5 Mbps. This architecture allows distributed I\/O expansion without requiring additional network adapters for each field device cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many ArmorPoint I\/O modules can be connected to one 1738-ACNR adapter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The adapter supports a maximum of 63 ArmorPoint I\/O modules on the associated PointBus segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the 1738-ACNR provide electrical isolation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The unit is specified with a 50 V isolation rating and has been tested at 1500 VAC for 60 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the adapter be installed in washdown or outdoor industrial locations?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The device is specified with IP65\/IP66\/IP67 enclosure ratings when appropriately marked and installed using the specified sealed connectors and cabling system.\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\u003eMount the adapter according to ArmorPoint mechanical installation requirements and ensure all sealing surfaces remain intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse compatible M12 network and power connectors to maintain the specified enclosure protection level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify incoming supply voltage remains within the 10-28.8 VDC operating range before energizing the adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate communication cables from high-current motor and drive conductors to reduce conducted electrical noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure protective grounding is completed according to the control cabinet or machine grounding scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect connector seals, locking mechanisms, and cable glands periodically where exposure to moisture, vibration, or contaminants is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm PointBus loading and connected module count remain within the supported system limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43484642410586,"sku":"1738-ACNR","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/1738-ACNR2.jpg?v=1781235782","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1738-acnr-armorpoint-controlnet-network-adapter","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}