{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1770-kf2-data-highway-communication-interface-module","title":"Allen-Bradley 1770-KF2 Data Highway Communication Interface Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAllen-Bradley 1770-KF2 Data Highway Communication Interface Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1770-KF2\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e1770-KF2\u003c\/strong\u003e Communication Interface Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for Data Highway and Data Highway Plus asynchronous communication exchange within PLC-5 control platforms. The module provides RS-232-C and RS-422-A interface conversion through dedicated EIA D-connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\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\u003e1770-KF2\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\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.72 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 45 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3 A at 115\/230 V AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Highway Communication Interface Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePLC-5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Highway, Data Highway Plus Asynchronous Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232-C and RS-422-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Highway Communication Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57.6 bps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeer Communication Link Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57.6 bps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsynchronous Link Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110-9600 bps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Power Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50\/60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-pin male EIA D-connector for Data Highway; 15-pin male EIA D-connector for Peer Communication Link; 9-pin female EIA D-connector for Data Highway Monitor; 25-pin male EIA D-connector for RS-232-C\/RS-422-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTabletop or horizontal surface mounting\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\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-80% non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePLC Communication Network Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1770-KF2 provides asynchronous communication interface conversion between Allen-Bradley PLC systems and external devices through Data Highway, Data Highway Plus, RS-232-C, and RS-422-A connections. The module supports PLC-5 communication architectures and maintains defined communication rates for connected network devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Allen-Bradley PLC-5 platform uses dedicated communication interfaces for controller-to-device data exchange. The 1770-KF2 supports legacy network integration through configured serial communication paths and physical EIA D-connector interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Which communication interfaces are available on the 1770-KF2?\u003cbr\u003eA: The module provides Data Highway, Peer Communication Link, Data Highway Monitor, and asynchronous RS-232-C\/RS-422-A interfaces through multiple EIA D-connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What mounting method is specified for the 1770-KF2?\u003cbr\u003eA: The module is designed for tabletop or horizontal surface mounting in a controlled environment such as an office or control room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What communication speed does the asynchronous interface support?\u003cbr\u003eA: The asynchronous RS-232-C\/RS-422-A interface supports communication speeds from 110 bps to 9600 bps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the 1770-KF2 on a stable horizontal surface within the specified controlled environment. Connect Data Highway and serial communication cables according to the selected interface type and verify connector pin assignments before operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate communication cables from high-voltage power wiring to reduce electrical interference. Use appropriate shielded communication cables where required and terminate cable shields according to the system grounding practice. Confirm communication parameters, including baud rate and interface selection, before connecting external devices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43668044447834,"sku":"1770-KF2","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/1770-KF22.jpg?v=1784256915","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1770-kf2-data-highway-communication-interface-module","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}