{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1756-a5xt-controllogix-xt-5-slot-extended-temperature-chassis","title":"Allen Bradley 1756-A5XT ControlLogix-XT 5-Slot Extended Temperature Chassis","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen Bradley 1756-A5XT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as the high-durability backbone for ControlLogix-XT systems. This 5-slot chassis provides the physical housing and high-speed communication backplane for XT-series processors and I\/O modules. Specifically engineered for extreme environments, the 1756-A5XT handles wider temperature swings and harsher atmospheric conditions than standard industrial hardware. We offer this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e, factory-original, and ready for deployment in mission-critical infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1756-A5XT integrates a reinforced backplane with specialized protective coatings to maintain signal integrity under stress.\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\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\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\u003eNumber of Slots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 Slots\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-25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoating Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConformal Coated (Military\/Harsh Grade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackplane Current (5.1V DC)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 Amperes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackplane Current (24V DC)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.8 Amperes\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 at 10 to 500 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShock Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 G (Operational and Non-operational)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eESD Immunity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 kV Contact \/ 8 kV Air\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorizontal Back Panel Mount\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\u003e2.44 lbs (1.11 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\u003eExtended Thermal Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnlike standard chassis rated for 60°C, the 1756-A5XT operates reliably up to 70°C. This expanded range eliminates the need for expensive enclosure cooling systems in hot climates or high-heat processing zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Atmospheric Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFactory-applied conformal coating shields the backplane circuitry from moisture, salt spray, and corrosive chemical vapors. This hardware hardening prevents \"dendrite growth\" and short circuits in oil and gas or wastewater applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-G Mechanical Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe chassis withstands shocks up to 30 G and continuous vibration of 2 G. These ratings ensure that modules remain securely seated and communication remains uninterrupted even when mounted near heavy stamping presses or on mobile skids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Grounding Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe chassis accommodates 8 AWG solid or stranded copper wire for functional earth ground. This high-capacity grounding path effectively dissipates electromagnetic interference (EMI) and protects sensitive electronics from electrostatic discharges up to 8 kV.\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\u003eWhat is the difference between the 1756-A5 and the 1756-A5XT?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"XT\" designation signifies \"Extended Temperature.\" The 1756-A5XT features conformal coating and components rated for -25 to 70°C, whereas the standard 1756-A5 is only rated for 0 to 60°C and lacks standard conformal protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install standard ControlLogix modules in this XT chassis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the 1756-A5XT accepts standard 1756 modules. However, the system's overall environmental rating will only match the \"weakest link.\" To maintain the full XT-grade temperature and corrosion resistance, you must use XT-series modules throughout the chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the power dissipation affect my panel design?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chassis dissipates a maximum of 4.4 Watts. When calculating your enclosure's heat load, add this value to the dissipation ratings of all installed modules to ensure the internal temperature stays within the -25 to 70°C operating window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat mounting orientation does this chassis require?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1756-A5XT requires horizontal mounting on a back panel. 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