{"product_id":"1756-a10xt-allen-bradley-controllogix-xt-extended-temperature-10-slot-chassis","title":"1756-A10XT | Allen-Bradley | ControlLogix XT Extended Temperature 10-Slot Chassis","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Allen-Bradley 1756-A10XT functions as a ruggedized, 10-slot extended temperature (XT) chassis within the ControlLogix automation architecture. This high-integrity backbone establishes the physical housing and high-speed electrical backplane communication path for ControlLogix XT processors, I\/O modules, and specialized network adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered specifically to survive in harsh, unconditioned environments where standard commercial controllers fail, this open-type industrial chassis permits direct installation inside Zone 2 hazardous locations. We deliver this system component exclusively as a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% brand new, original factory-sealed unit\u003c\/strong\u003e, guaranteeing absolute conformal coating integrity, pristine gold-plated backplane pin contacts, and complete factory compliance certifications out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following matrix details the mechanical configurations, environmental tolerances, and electrical safety standards of this 10-slot XT chassis:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Environmental Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllen-Bradley \/ Rockwell Automation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1756-A10XT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlLogix XT (Extended Temperature)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRugged Industrial Backplane Chassis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Card Slots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 Slots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlot Dimensions Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard 1756 Module Width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Orientation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorizontal, Rear Panel Mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Convection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Location Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified for Zone 2 Areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrostatic Discharge (ESD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 kV Contact Discharge \/ 8 kV Air Discharge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelative Humidity Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5% to 95% Non-Condensing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Structural Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.00 lbs (0.91 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithstands Extreme Thermal and Corrosive Stress:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe \"XT\" design variant features upgraded backplane substrates and localized protection layers that resist extreme temperature fluctuations and aggressive airborne contaminants. This allows processing plants to deploy control nodes closer to hot field processes without encountering thermal-induced system resets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardened Against Severe Electrostatic Disruptions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeavy industrial environments generate large static charges through moving machinery and synthetic materials. The 1756-A10XT features heavy-duty internal grounding planes that safely dissipate a 6 kV contact or 8 kV air ESD surge, protecting the sensitive microprocessors running on your inserted I\/O and communication modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimplifies Direct Rear-Panel Mounting Layouts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe chassis integrates heavy-gauge rear mounting tabs to allow swift, secure horizontal fastening directly onto an electrical enclosure backplate. The chassis layout positions modules to utilize natural vertical convection paths, which eliminates the need to pack problematic mechanical cooling fans or active air conditioning units inside dust-tight enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mix standard ControlLogix modules with XT modules inside this 1756-A10XT chassis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the backplane architecture maintains physical and electrical compatibility with standard 1756 modules. However, installing any standard, non-XT rated module downgrades the environmental and temperature boundaries of the entire chassis cluster to standard commercial limits. To maintain the strict Zone 2 and extended thermal ratings, you must use XT-designated modules and XT power supplies exclusively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat specific grounding practices prevent electromagnetic noise from interfering with the backplane data bus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnicians must secure the chassis directly to a clean, unpainted vertical metal backpanel inside the enclosure using internal tooth lock washers to ensure metal-to-metal continuity. Additionally, attach a dedicated, low-impedance copper grounding strap from the primary chassis grounding stud directly to the main cabinet ground bar before powering up the assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this open-type chassis require an external protective enclosure during operation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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