{"product_id":"1797-acnr15-allen-bradley-flex-ex-redundant-controlnet-adapter","title":"1797-ACNR15 | Allen Bradley FLEX Ex Redundant ControlNet Adapter","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen Bradley 1797-ACNR15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a high-performance communication interface for the FLEX Ex™ I\/O platform. This adapter enables seamless data exchange between a ControlNet network and up to eight intrinsically safe (IS) I\/O modules located in Zone 1 or Class I, Division 1 hazardous areas. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring dual ControlNet BNC ports to provide physical media redundancy for critical process control loops in explosive atmospheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1797-ACNR15 operates with specific power and environmental ratings required for volatile industrial sites:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\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\u003eI\/O Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports up to 8 Modules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlNet V 1.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 Mbps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedundancy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual (2) BNC ControlNet Ports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntrinsic Safety Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass I Div 1 Groups A-D; Ex ib IIB\/IIC T4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-20 to 70 °C (-4 to 158 °F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.5 W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.4V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibration Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 g @ 10–500 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWire Size (Max)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.31 mm² (12 AWG)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComm A\/B, Module Status, Power (LED)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntrinsically Safe Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1797-ACNR15 eliminates the need for bulky explosion-proof enclosures or long cable runs from safe zones. By mounting directly in Class I Division 1 areas, it reduces installation costs and simplifies field-side wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFault-Tolerant Networking:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDual ControlNet ports ensure system availability. If one coaxial cable fails, the adapter switches communication to the redundant path instantly, preventing process shutdowns in oil, gas, or chemical refinery operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Thermal Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA surrounding temperature rating of up to 85 °C allows this adapter to function in high-heat process environments without the risk of thermal shutdown or signal degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStreamlined DIN Rail Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module snaps onto standard DIN rails and connects to the FLEX Ex backplane. This modular design permits rapid hardware replacement and scales easily as process requirements expand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Mechanical Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIEC 68-2-6 compliant vibration testing (2 g) ensures that the unit maintains electrical integrity even when mounted on heavy processing equipment or near high-vibration machinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of ControlNet cable does this adapter require?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Allen-Bradley RG-6\/U Quad shield coax. For standard installations, use part number\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1786-RG6\u003c\/strong\u003e. For applications requiring high flexibility, select the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1786-RG6F\/A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many I\/O modules can a single 1797-ACNR15 support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter manages a maximum of eight FLEX Ex I\/O modules. Ensure your total backplane power consumption does not exceed the adapter's output limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this module in non-hazardous areas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile technically possible, the 1797-ACNR15 is specifically engineered and certified for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntrinsically Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eenvironments. For standard non-hazardous applications, the 1794-ACNR15 provides a more cost-effective alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this unit arrive in factory-sealed packaging?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. We guarantee this 1797-ACNR15 is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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