Product Details
Overview
The Allen-Bradley 1756-TBE is a deep terminal block housing engineered for ControlLogix systems requiring additional wiring space. As part of the Bulletin 1756 Removable Terminal Block Series, it accommodates heavy-gauge wires and allows efficient organization of high-density I/O connections. The extended depth design simplifies installation and maintenance in complex control panels.
Technical Specifications
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Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley
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Model Number: 1756-TBE
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Product Type: Terminal Block Housing
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Module Type: Extended-depth housing for removable terminal blocks
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Pins: 36-pin connection
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Backplane Current: 5 V DC: 1,200 mA typical, 24 V DC: 2.5 mA typical
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Maximum Power Dissipation: 6.19 W
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Wire Size Compatibility: 20 AWG standard
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Wire Capacity: Up to 628 sq.mm when combined with I/O terminal block
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Mounting Options: DIN-rail or panel mount with standard enclosure provisions
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Physical Dimensions (H × W × D): 14.0 × 11.2 × 14.5 cm (5.51 × 4.41 × 5.71 in)
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Weight: 0.1 kg (0.3 lb)
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Enclosure Type: Open-style housing (requires protective panel or enclosure)
Key Features
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Extended Wiring Space: Allows routing of larger cables and dense I/O configurations.
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Robust Electrical Isolation: Ensures safe separation between terminal block connections and controller backplane.
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Flexible Installation: Compatible with existing Bulletin 1756 I/O terminal blocks and CompactLogix racks.
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Compact Footprint: Deep design maximizes wire capacity while maintaining a manageable module size.
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Durable Construction: High-quality materials support repeated wiring and maintenance operations.
Application Scenarios
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ControlLogix panels requiring expanded wire routing for high-density I/O
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Industrial automation systems with heavy-gauge wiring needs
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Process control cabinets and distributed I/O configurations
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Systems requiring easy maintenance access and modular I/O replacements
FAQ
Q1: Can the 1756-TBE housing accommodate standard terminal blocks?
Yes. It is fully compatible with Bulletin 1756 Removable Terminal Blocks and extends wiring capacity.
Q2: What is the maximum wire gauge supported?
Supports up to 20 AWG standard wires; combined housing and terminal block can handle up to 628 sq.mm.
Q3: Is an external enclosure required?
Yes. The housing is open-style and should be mounted within a protective control panel or enclosure.
Additional Information
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