{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1786-tps-controlnet-t-type-coaxial-tap-cable","title":"Allen-Bradley 1786-TPS ControlNet T-Type Coaxial Tap Cable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAllen-Bradley 1786-TPS ControlNet T-Type Coaxial Tap Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1786-TPS\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e1786-TPS\u003c\/strong\u003e Tap Cable, operates as a dedicated hardware component for physical coaxial drop line connections within ControlNet communication networks.\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-TPS\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\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1786 Repeaters \/ ControlNet Media\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\u003e0.31 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-13 to 158 deg F (-25 to 70 deg C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Operating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to 185 deg F (-40 to 85 deg C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95% (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Operating Shock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet 5 Mbps coaxial architecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTap Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne tap, T-type coaxial tap with straight BNC connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface \/ Fixture \/ DIN Rail Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeterministic ControlNet Physical Layer Signal Integrity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1786-TPS T-tap assembly maintains exact 75 ohm characteristic impedance matching across physical coaxial trunk connections to prevent signal reflections on deterministic EtherNet\/IP and ControlNet backplane networks. By regulating drop cable length to exactly 1 meter, the assembly suppresses network attenuation, enforces physical medium isolation, and ensures deterministic message timing compliance across high-density I\/O drop nodes and repeater expansion segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum physical drop distance allowed by the 1786-TPS tap assembly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The 1786-TPS features an integrated, factory-terminated 1 meter coaxial drop cable to ensure compliance with strict ControlNet physical layer impedance standards and signal reflection limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the 1786-TPS tap support hot-swapping node connections during active network operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, nodes can be connected or disconnected at the BNC interface without interrupting the physical continuity or impedance integrity of the main coaxial trunk line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What mounting options are available for securing the tap inside an enclosure?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The tap enclosure is engineered for versatile installation, supporting direct surface mounting, fixture mounting, or standard DIN rail mounting using universal industrial mounting clips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the 1786-TPS tap base securely to a grounded DIN rail or flat panel surface prior to connecting coaxial trunk lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect trunk line RG-6 coaxial cables to the outer BNC tap connectors, ensuring full quarter-turn bayonet locking engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute the 1 meter drop cable to the local node interface card, maintaining a minimum bending radius of 50 mm to prevent internal coaxial conductor deformation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that shield grounding is maintained through the tap body ground connection according to Allen-Bradley ControlNet media planning standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43757395050586,"sku":"1786-TPS","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/1786-TPS2.jpg?v=1785313927","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1786-tps-controlnet-t-type-coaxial-tap-cable","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}