{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1715-c2-redundant-i-o-backplane-extender-cable","title":"Allen Bradley 1715-C2 Redundant I\/O Backplane Extender Cable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen Bradley 1715-C2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a high-integrity communication link within the 1715 Redundant I\/O system. This 2-meter cable extends the backplane connection between redundant I\/O modules and their primary communication interfaces. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring optimal signal conductivity and synchronization for mission-critical applications that demand zero downtime. It serves as the physical backbone for distributed high-availability architectures in oil and gas, power generation, and chemical processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1715-C2 provides specialized connectivity for redundant I\/O configurations:\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\u003eCable Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRedundant I\/O Backplane Extender\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Meters (approx. 6.6 ft)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllen Bradley 1715 Series I\/O\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunication Interface Link\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJacket Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial Grade Shielded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-Density Proprietary Interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.30 lbs (0.59 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackplane Extension for Redundancy\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\u003eHigh-Integrity Signal Synchronization:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1715-C2 utilizes heavy-duty shielding to protect high-speed data transmission from electromagnetic interference (EMI). This prevents data corruption between redundant pairs, ensuring the standby module takes control instantly if the primary module fails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Cabinet Layouts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 2-meter length allows engineers to distribute redundant I\/O racks across different sections of a control cabinet. This physical separation improves thermal management and facilitates easier access for maintenance without disturbing the primary communication interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Mechanical Coupling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe cable features secure, industrial-grade connectors that resist vibration and accidental disconnection. This mechanical stability maintains the constant \"heartbeat\" signal required for fail-safe redundant systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-Play Extension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1715-C2 requires no software configuration. Once connected, the 1715 backplane automatically recognizes the extended modules, streamlining the commissioning process for large-scale redundant I\/O counts.\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\u003eCan I link multiple 1715-C2 cables to achieve a longer distance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. We strongly advise against daisy-chaining backplane extender cables. To maintain the signal timing required for SIL-rated redundancy, you must use a single cable of the appropriate length (2m for the 1715-C2).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this cable support standard Ethernet communication?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it serves a \"communication interface,\" the 1715-C2 is a proprietary backplane extender. It will not function with standard RJ45 Ethernet ports or commercial networking hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the signs of a failing backplane extender cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedundant systems will typically report \"Loss of Synchronization\" or \"I\/O Communication Fault\" in the controller's diagnostic buffer. If you experience intermittent switching between redundant pairs, inspect the 1715-C2 for physical damage or loose connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a genuine Allen Bradley product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. We guarantee this 1715-C2 is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginal hardware. 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