{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1786-rpcd-controlnet-dual-copper-repeater-module","title":"Allen-Bradley 1786-RPCD ControlNet Dual Copper Repeater Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAllen-Bradley 1786-RPCD ControlNet Dual Copper Repeater Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for signal repeating and topology expansion in ControlNet networks, the \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1786-RPCD\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003e1786-RPCD\u003c\/strong\u003e ControlNet Dual Copper Repeater Module) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. It operates as a modular hardware component that extends the physical distance and node count of ControlNet segment topologies when mounted alongside a 1786-RPA repeater adapter host.\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003e1786-RPCD\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\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.29 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0 W max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet Dual Coaxial Copper Repeater Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1786-RPA\/B Repeater Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModules per Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 4 units maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current Draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 mA at 5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRG6 Copper Coaxial Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 ControlNet Coaxial Ports (Channel 1 \/ Channel 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Topologies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinear, Star, Redundant Trunk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 1000 m (0 to 1 km) per segment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagnostic LEDs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel 1 Status, Channel 2 Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen-Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeterministic Industrial Network Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module interacts directly with the high-speed backplane provided by the 1786-RPA adapter to maintain deterministic ControlNet network performance across split copper physical segments. By regenerating incoming attenuation-degraded waveforms, the module eliminates packet jitter and signal loss caused by long cable runs or multi-node reflection tap points. High backplane bus communication velocity allows up to four 1786-RPCD modules to operate under a single 1786-RPA base without introducing protocol translation latencies or altering scheduled Network Update Times (NUT).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum backplane power footprint when installing multiple modules on a single 1786-RPA base?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Each 1786-RPCD module draws 400 mA at 5 VDC from the backplane supplied by the 1786-RPA base. A maximum configuration of four repeater modules will draw up to 1.6 A at 5 VDC, requiring the primary power supply feeding the 1786-RPA base to meet total current limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the 1786-RPCD module support hot-swapping during active network transmission?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Removal or insertion under backplane power (RIUP) must be executed strictly following industrial field safety protocols. Removing a repeater module during operation immediately disconnects all coaxial segments attached to Channel 1 and Channel 2, resulting in downstream node communication loss on affected topologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the host 1786-RPA repeater adapter securely onto an grounded EN 50022 35 mm x 7.5 mm DIN rail prior to installing secondary modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the side bus connector pins of the 1786-RPCD with the expansion port of the 1786-RPA or an adjacent 1786-RPCD module. Firmly push until the locking tabs snap into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure all RG6 coaxial cables use standard BNC connectors with proper 75 Ohm terminating resistors installed at the physical ends of each trunk line segment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a minimum 75 mm clearance around the module chassis to prevent heat accumulation beyond the maximum rated operating temperature of 60 deg C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBond the DIN rail directly to central protective earth (PE) using heavy-gauge copper grounding braid to mitigate high-frequency noise interference on the coaxial channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43756419842138,"sku":"1786-RPCD","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/1786-RPCD2.jpg?v=1785309950","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1786-rpcd-controlnet-dual-copper-repeater-module","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}