{"product_id":"1794-oc16-allen-bradley-ac-digital-input-and-output-modules","title":"1794-OC16 | Allen-Bradley | AC Digital Input and Output Modules","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAllen-Bradley 1794-OC16 Digital Output Module\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for discrete output control within FLEX I\/O systems, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1794-OC16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003e1794-OC16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDigital Output Module) provides direct DC output switching through sixteen independently monitored output channels. The module interfaces controller logic with field devices operating from a 48 VDC control supply and supports distributed I\/O architectures utilizing FLEX I\/O backplane communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"___1vyiefv f1ddd56o f16vktn6 f1ahpp82 f11qra4b f1uinfot fibjyge fvueend f9yszdx f1fu4s3n f3l3pb3 f10ghnd0 f8fmt76 fjvbh62 f1qrqxae f1vw5qpk fc02sbz fxawf59 fymf513 f1aoyrul f1el8yx3 f1pymoxg f1ofu761 fe6itr f7coize f1794535 f1o0pw0q fbjjl9v fk1v6el f16pyhcb f1ixlhx9 f12zef0i flu5r5u f19haqzy f1owmcxx f1oddm8q f1004tna fcoaxci fh0ee9u f15v23i2 f1dmj53 f1r1gcv9 f14z1veh ffufd3x f1ypplot f1660cg\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1794-OC16\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\u003eDigital Output Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 yellow status indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal External Supply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal Supply Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 VDC to 60 VDC (including 5% AC ripple)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiring Category\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory 2, signal ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.9 cm x 9.4 cm x 9.4 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.110 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFLEX I\/O system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Communication and Distributed I\/O Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1794-OC16 operates as a FLEX I\/O output module that exchanges control data through the FLEX I\/O backplane. Output status information is communicated between the module and the controlling processor while field-side switching functions are executed through the sixteen output channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distributed I\/O architecture permits field installation of output modules closer to controlled equipment, reducing field wiring complexity and supporting modular system expansion. Output channel status can be observed through the integrated front-panel indicators, allowing rapid verification of commanded output conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eI\/O Density and Output Channel Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module provides sixteen digital output points within a compact FLEX I\/O form factor. High channel density enables multiple field loads to be controlled from a single I\/O location while maintaining consistent backplane integration with the FLEX platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal field power is supplied through a nominal 48 VDC source, with operation supported across an input voltage range of 30 VDC to 60 VDC. Proper output performance depends on matching field power requirements to connected loads and terminal base configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many output channels are available on the module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1794-OC16 provides 16 digital output channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What field power supply voltage is required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module is designed for a nominal 48 VDC external supply and supports 30 VDC to 60 VDC operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can terminal torque values be determined from the module specifications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo. Terminal base screw torque requirements depend on the specific FLEX I\/O terminal base installed with the module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify compatibility with the installed FLEX I\/O terminal base before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the external DC supply remains within the specified 30 VDC to 60 VDC operating range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe-energize field wiring before connecting or disconnecting output circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute output wiring separately from high-noise power conductors where practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify terminal assignments against the installed terminal base documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect all wiring terminations before energizing the module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm output operation through the front-panel status indicators during commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67647963234378,"sku":"1794-OC16","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/8569\/3770\/files\/1794-IE12_3.jpg?v=1768291528","url":"https:\/\/www.topbrandsplc.com\/products\/1794-oc16-allen-bradley-ac-digital-input-and-output-modules","provider":"Topbrands PLC Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}