Allen Bradley 1784-KTCX15 ControlNet Communication Interface Card
Allen Bradley 1784-KTCX15 ControlNet Communication Interface Card
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Brand:Allen Bradley PLC Item No.:1784-KTCX15 Product Origin:USA Product Dimensions:165 × 20 × 107 mm Product Weight:0.43 kg Payment:T/T, Western Union, Credit Card Goods_stock:15 Shipping Port:Xiamen, China Lead Time:1-3 Days Condition:Brand New And Original Warranty:1 Year Certificate:COO
The Allen-Bradley 1784-KTCX15 ControlNet Communication Interface Card is a specialized industrial networking module designed to connect ISA/EISA-based computers to ControlNet networks. As part of Rockwell Automation’s PLC-5 communication ecosystem, it enables high-speed deterministic data exchange between controllers, operator stations, and distributed I/O systems.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Details
Product Model
1784-KTCX15
Series
PLC-5 ControlNet Interface
Type
ControlNet Communication Interface Card
Bus Compatibility
ISA / EISA
Communication Protocol
ControlNet
Data Rate
Up to 10 Mbps
Connectors
Dual BNC (Redundant Media), RJ-45 NAP
Operating Voltage
5V DC (host system dependent)
Operating Temperature
0°C to 50°C
Dimensions
165 × 20 × 107 mm
Weight
0.43 kg
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Applications
• ControlNet-based industrial communication between PLC-5 systems and supervisory computers
• Real-time deterministic data exchange in factory automation networks
• Integration of ISA/EISA-compatible industrial PCs with ControlNet architecture
• High-speed communication for distributed control systems (DCS) environments
• Machine monitoring and diagnostics in continuous production lines
• Legacy industrial system maintenance and network expansion projects
• Coordination of I/O devices, drives, and controllers across ControlNet networks
Key Advantages
• Deterministic ControlNet communication ensuring predictable real-time data transfer
• Dual BNC redundant media support for enhanced network reliability
• Compatible with ISA/EISA bus architecture for legacy industrial PCs
• Supports high-speed peer-to-peer industrial communication up to 10 Mbps
• Robust industrial design suitable for vibration, shock, and EMI-heavy environments
• Integrated diagnostic indicators for simplified network troubleshooting
• Proven Rockwell Automation architecture for long-term system stability
Technical FAQs
1. What systems is the 1784-KTCX15 compatible with?
It is designed for ISA and EISA bus-based industrial computers.
2. What communication protocol does it use?
It uses the ControlNet industrial network protocol.
3. Does it support redundant media?
Yes, it includes dual BNC connectors for redundant ControlNet channels.
4. What is the data transfer rate?
It supports up to 10 Mbps deterministic communication.
5. Can it be used in modern Ethernet networks?
No, it is designed specifically for ControlNet, not Ethernet/IP.
6. Does it support real-time I/O communication?
Yes, it supports deterministic real-time industrial messaging.
7. What software is typically used with this card?
RSLinx and RSNetWorx for ControlNet configuration and diagnostics.
8. Is it suitable for PLC programming tasks?
Yes, it supports programming and monitoring of ControlNet-connected devices.
9. Does it require external power?
No external power supply is typically required beyond the host system.
10. Is this card still widely used today?
It is primarily used in legacy systems and industrial maintenance environments.
