{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1788-cn2ffr-1788-linking-device","title":"Allen Bradley 1788-CN2FFR 1788 Linking Device","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAllen Bradley 1788-CN2FFR 1788 Linking Device\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for ControlNet network linking and redundant process control communication in ControlNet network platforms, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen Bradley 1788-CN2FFR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003e1788-CN2FFR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNetwork Linking Device) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. This module integrates two BNC coax ControlNet ports with 24-32 VDC power input for network connection management.\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\u003e1788-CN2FFR\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 Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1788 Linking Devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.57 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e260 mA at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Power Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-32 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.4 W at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x BNC Coax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoax, H1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFieldbus Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 A at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN Rail\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\u003eNetwork Topology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinking Device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Cabling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCAT5 STP\/UTP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedundancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlNet Redundant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfinet \/ EtherNet-IP Deterministic Network Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1788-CN2FFR operates as a ControlNet linking component within industrial control architectures, providing communication path management between ControlNet coaxial networks and connected field communication segments. The device supports redundant ControlNet configurations through dual BNC coax interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module design follows Allen Bradley industrial control hardware architecture, where network synchronization, backplane communication velocity, and I\/O density scaling are managed according to the installed controller platform and communication topology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the 1788-CN2FFR support hot-swapping during operation?\u003cbr\u003eA: The available technical data does not specify hot-swap capability. Installation and replacement should be performed according to the applicable ControlNet system power isolation procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What type of physical network connection is provided by this module?\u003cbr\u003eA: The module provides two BNC coax ControlNet ports and supports communication media including coax and H1 interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the specified power consumption of the device?\u003cbr\u003eA: The module requires 260 mA at 24 VDC and has a listed power dissipation of 12.4 W at 24 VDC.\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 compatible DIN rail mounting system according to the enclosure and cabinet requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify the 24-32 VDC supply polarity before connecting field power terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute ControlNet coaxial cables separately from high-voltage power conductors to reduce electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain proper cable shielding practices and connect shields according to the grounding requirements of the installed control system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm BNC connector engagement and cable termination conditions before network commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse CAT5 STP\/UTP Ethernet cabling only where specified by the network architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck redundant ControlNet topology wiring before applying system power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43762673483866,"sku":"1788-CN2FFR","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/1788-CN2FFR2.jpg?v=1785392680","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1788-cn2ffr-1788-linking-device","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}