Material
Other, Global universal model
Condition
Other, Global universal model
Task
Other, Global universal model
Mathematical Model
Other, Global universal model
Signal
Other, Global universal model
Customized
Non-Customized
Structure
Other, Global universal model
Operating temperature
0℃ to 60℃
Humidity
5% - 95% (non - condensing)
Operating Voltage
24V DC
I. Product Overview
The Allen-Bradley 1771-ID16 module is a high-performance digital input module in the PLC-5 series, specially designed for the collection of large-scale digital signals in industrial automation systems. In modern industrial production, there are a large number of switch state signals that need real-time monitoring, such as sensor trigger signals at various stations of the production line, equipment operation state feedback signals, on-off signals of safety interlock devices, etc. With the design of 16 input channels, the 1771-ID16 module can centrally collect these scattered digital signals at the same time and reliably transmit them to the PLC controller, providing comprehensive on-site data support for the precise control and efficient operation of the system.
The module adopts a standardized compact structure, with dimensions perfectly adapted to the 1771 series I/O enclosures, and can be easily integrated into various industrial control cabinets, significantly saving installation space. The shell is made of high-strength corrosion-resistant industrial-grade alloy material, which has undergone strict environmental testing, and has excellent anti-vibration and anti-impact performance. It can maintain stable operation in environments with strong vibration and impact such as mechanical processing workshops and heavy machinery factories. At the same time, the surface of its shell has been treated with special technology, which has excellent dust-proof, moisture-proof and oil-proof capabilities, and can adapt to industrial on-site environments with much dust, humidity and oil stains, ensuring continuous and reliable completion of signal collection tasks under complex working conditions.

II. Performance Parameters
(1) Electrical Characteristics
Power Requirement: The working power of the 1771-ID16 module is taken from the backplane of the 1771 I/O enclosure, with a standard power supply of +5V DC. The typical working current consumption is in a specific range, and it can share power resources with other modules in the enclosure. There is no need to configure an additional independent power supply unit, which effectively simplifies the system power supply architecture and reduces the overall deployment cost.
Input Channels: The module is equipped with 16 independent digital input channels, each of which can independently collect external digital signals, meeting the needs of medium and large industrial control systems for multi-signal parallel collection, reducing the number of modules used and improving system integration.
Input Signal Specifications: It supports DC input signals, with a wide input voltage range of 10-30V DC, compatible with NPN and PNP output types of sensors. It can be directly connected with various digital devices such as photoelectric sensors, proximity switches, travel switches and buttons, and has strong versatility.
Input Current Parameters: In the signal-on state, the input current of each channel is usually 4-8mA, and the leakage current in the off state is less than 0.1mA. The extremely low leakage current ensures that no additional load is imposed on the external signal source, ensuring the accuracy and stability of signal collection.
Response Time: The maximum response time of the input signal does not exceed 10ms, which can quickly capture the transient changes of external signals, meeting the scenarios with high real-time requirements in industrial production, such as signal monitoring of high-speed assembly lines.
(2) Interface Characteristics
External Signal Interface: A high-density spring-type terminal block is used as the external signal connection interface. Compared with traditional screw-fixed terminals, it has the advantages of fast wiring speed, high connection reliability and strong anti-vibration and anti-loosening ability. Each input channel on the terminal block has clear numbering and polarity marks, which is convenient for technicians to wire quickly and accurately, greatly improving the installation and commissioning efficiency.
Backplane Communication Interface: High-speed communication with the PLC processor is realized through the standard backplane connector of the 1771 I/O enclosure, using parallel data transmission mode with a data transmission rate of up to several Mbps, ensuring that the status of 16 input signals can be synchronized to the PLC controller in real time without delay or data loss.
(3) Environmental Adaptability
Operating Temperature Range: It can work stably in a wide temperature range of -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F). Compared with similar products, it has better low-temperature adaptability, and can operate normally in low-temperature environments such as cold warehousing and logistics centers and outdoor control cabinets without affecting the signal collection accuracy.
Storage Temperature Range: In the storage state, it can withstand extreme temperatures from -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F), ensuring that the internal electronic components of the module will not be damaged even in harsh temperature conditions during long-distance transportation and long-term storage, and ensuring the long-term stability of the module's performance.

III. Functional Characteristics
(1) Multi-channel Signal Parallel Acquisition
The core function of the 1771-ID16 module is to realize the parallel acquisition of 16 digital signals, with each channel being independent and not interfering with each other. Whether it is multiple signals triggered at the same time or scattered signals with asynchronous changes, the module can accurately capture and transmit them in real time, ensuring that the PLC controller can fully grasp the status of on-site equipment. For example, in the automobile assembly line, the module can simultaneously collect 16 key signals such as body positioning sensor, tightening machine status, and conveyor chain in-place signal, providing a complete data basis for the PLC to control robot assembly, conveyor chain start and stop and other actions.
(2) Channel-level Status Indication and Diagnosis
The module is equipped with 16 independent input status indicators and 1 power indicator. The indicators use high-brightness LEDs, which are clearly visible even in strong light environments. When an input channel collects a valid signal, the corresponding indicator will light up in real time; the power indicator is always on, indicating that the module is powered normally. In addition, the module also has a channel-level fault diagnosis function. When a channel has abnormalities such as disconnection, short circuit or overvoltage, it will send specific fault codes to the PLC controller through backplane communication, accurately locating the fault channel and greatly shortening the fault troubleshooting time.
(3) Comprehensive Electrical Protection Mechanism
Overvoltage Protection: Each input channel is equipped with an independent overvoltage protection circuit. When the input voltage exceeds 35V DC, the protection circuit will act quickly to clamp the input voltage within a safe range, preventing excessive voltage from damaging the internal circuit of the module.
Short-circuit Protection: When a short circuit occurs in the external signal line, the module will automatically limit the input current of the channel, avoiding the module from being burned due to excessive short-circuit current, and at the same time, it will not affect the normal operation of other channels.
Reverse Connection Protection: It supports the positive and negative reverse connection protection of input signals. Even if the positive and negative poles are connected reversely by mistake during wiring, the module will not be damaged. It can resume normal operation only by correcting the wiring, effectively reducing the loss caused by wiring errors.
(4) Flexible System Integration and Expansion
The 1771-ID16 module is perfectly compatible with all processors of the Allen-Bradley PLC-5 series, and can be directly connected to the system without any conversion module. Module configuration and signal reading can be easily completed through RSLogix 5 programming software. In the 1771 I/O enclosure, this module can be mixed with 1771 series digital output modules, analog modules, special function modules, etc. to form a fully functional control system. When the system needs more input channels, it can be realized by increasing the number of modules or expanding the I/O enclosure, and it can support up to dozens of modules to work together, meeting the needs of large-scale industrial control systems.