Installation Instructions

ControlLogix™
DC (10-31.2V) Input Module
Catalog Number 1756- IB16
To: See page:
Obtain a User Manual 1
Identify the Module Components 6
Note the Power Requirements 6
Install the Module 7
Key the Module and Removable Terminal Block/Interface Module 8
Wire the Module 10
Assemble the Removable Terminal Block and the Housing 11
Install the Removable Terminal Block onto the Module 11
Check the Indicators 12
Remove the Removable Terminal Block from the Module 13
Remove the Module 13
See Specifications 14

Obtain a User Manual

This product also has a user manual (pub. no. 1756-UM058). To view
it, visit www.ab.com/manuals or www.theautomationbookstore.com.
To purchase a manual, you can:
• contact your distributor or Rockwell Automation representative
• visit www.theautomationbookstore.com and place an order
• call 800.963.9548 (USA/Canada) or 001.320.725.1574 (outside
USA/Canada)

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Important User Information

Because of the variety of uses for the products described in this publication, those
responsible for the application and use of these products must satisfy themselves that all
necessary steps have been taken to assure that each application and use meets all
performance and safety requirements, including any applicable laws, regulations, codes and
standards. In no event will Rockwell Automation be responsible or liable for indirect or
consequential damage resulting from the use or application of these products.
Any illustrations, charts, sample programs, and layout examples shown in this publication
are intended solely for purposes of example. Since there are many variables and
requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation does not
assume responsibility or liability (to include intellectual property liability) for actual use
based upon the examples shown in this publication.
Allen-Bradley publication SGI-1.1, Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and
Maintenance of Solid-State Control (available from your local Rockwell Automation office),
describes some important differences between solid-state equipment and electromechanical
devices that should be taken into consideration when applying products such as those
described in this publication.
Reproduction of the contents of this copyrighted publication, in whole or part, without
written permission of Rockwell Automation, is prohibited.
Throughout this publication, notes may be used to make you aware of safety considerations.
The following annotations and their accompanying statements help you to identify a
potential hazard, avoid a potential hazard, and recognize the consequences of a potential
hazard:
WARNING
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an
explosion in a hazardous environment, which may lead to personal injury or
death, property damage, or economic loss.

ATTENTION
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to
personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.

IMPORTANT Identifies information that is critical for successful application and

understanding of the product.

ControlLogix is a trademark of Rockwell Automation, Inc.

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Environment and Enclosure

ATTENTION This equipment is intended for use in a Pollution Degree 2 industrial
environment, in overvoltage Category II applications (as defined in
IEC publication 60664-1), at altitudes up to 2000 meters without
derating.
This equipment is considered Group 1, Class A industrial equipment
according to IEC/CISPR Publication 11. Without appropriate
precautions, there may be potential difficulties ensuring
electromagnetic compatibility in other environments due to
conducted as well as radiated disturbance.
This equipment is supplied as "open type" equipment. It must be
mounted within an enclosure that is suitably designed for those
specific environmental conditions that will be present and
appropriately designed to prevent personal injury resulting from
accessibility to live parts. The interior of the enclosure must be
accessible only by the use of a tool. Subsequent sections of this
publication may contain additional information regarding specific
enclosure type ratings that are required to comply with certain
product safety certifications.
See NEMA Standards publication 250 and IEC publication 60529, as
applicable, for explanations of the degrees of protection provided by
different types of enclosure. Also, see the appropriate sections in this
publication, as well as the Allen-Bradley publication 1770-4.1
("Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines"), for
additional installation requirements pertaining to this equipment.

Prevent Electrostatic Discharge

ATTENTION This equipment is sensitive to electrostatic discharge, which can
cause internal damage and affect normal operation. Follow these
guidelines when you handle this equipment:
• Touch a grounded object to discharge potential static.
• Wear an approved grounding wriststrap.
• Do not touch connectors or pins on component boards.
• Do not touch circuit components inside the equipment.
• If available, use a static-safe workstation.
When not in use, store the equipment in appropriate static-safe
packaging.

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Removal and Insertion Under Power

WARNING When you insert or remove the module while backplane
power is on, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause
an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure
that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous
before proceeding.

Repeated electrical arcing causes excessive wear to contacts on both

the module and its mating connector. Worn contacts may create
electrical resistance that can affect module operation.

European Zone 2 Use

If you install the module in a European Zone 2 location, consider:

European Zone 2 Certification

This equipment is intended for use in potentially explosive

atmospheres as defined by European Union Directive 94/9/EC.

The LCIE (Laboratoire Central des Industries Electriques) certifies

that this equipment has been found to comply with the Essential
Health and Safety Requirements relating to the design and
construction of Category 3 equipment intended for use in
potentially explosive atmospheres, given in Annex II to this
Directive. The examination and test results are recorded in
confidential report No. 28 682 010.

Compliance with the Essential Health and Safety Requirements has

been assured by compliance with EN 50021 (1999).

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IMPORTANT When using this product, also consider the following:

• This equipment is not resistant to sunlight or other

sources of UV radiation.

• The secondary of a current transformer shall not be

open-circuited when applied in Class I, Zone 2
environments.

• Equipment of lesser Enclosure Type Rating must be

installed in an enclosure providing at least IP54
protection when applied in Class I, Zone 2
environments.

• This equipment shall be used within its specified

ratings defined by Allen-Bradley.

• Provision shall be made to prevent the rated

voltage from being exceeded by transient
disturbances of more than 40% when applied in
Class I, Zone 2 environments.

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Identify the Module Components

You received the following components with your order:
• 1756-IB16 module
• Removable Terminal Block (RTB) door label
If you did not receive these components, contact your local
distributor Rockwell Automation sales office.
This module mounts in a 1756 chassis and uses a separately-ordered
RTB or a Bulletin 1492 Interface Module (IFM)(1) to connect all
field-side wiring. This module uses one of the following RTBs:
• 1756-TBNH 20 position NEMA RTB
• 1756-TBSH 20 position Spring Clamp RTB
Use an extended-depth cover (1756-TBE) for applications with heavy
gauge wiring or requiring additional routing space. When using an
IFM, consult the documentation that came with it to connect wiring.

IMPORTANT Before you install your module, you should:

• install and ground a 1756 chassis and power supply.
• order and receive an RTB or IFM, and its
components, for your application.

Note the Power Requirements

This module receives power from the 1756 chasis power supply and
requires 2 sources of power from the backplane:
• 100mA at 5.1Vdc
• 2mA at 24V dc
Add this current/power value (0.56W) to the requirements of all other
modules in the chassis to prevent overloading the power supply.

(1) The Bulletin 1492 IFM may not be used in any application that requires agency certification of the
ControlLogix system. Use of the IFM violates the UL, CSA and FM certifications of this product.

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Install the Module

You can install or remove the module while chassis power is applied.

WARNING When you insert or remove the module while backplane

power is on, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause
an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure
that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous
before proceeding.

1. Align the circuit board with the top and bottom chassis guides.

Printed
Circuit
Board

20861–M

2. Slide the module into the chassis until the module locking tabs
click.

Locking tab

20862–M

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Key the Module and Removable Terminal Block/Interface Module

Use the wedge-shaped keying tabs and U-shaped keying bands to
prevent connecting the wrong wires to your module.
Key positions on the module that correspond to unkeyed positions
on the RTB. For example, if you key the first position on the module,
leave the first position on the RTB unkeyed.

1. To key the module, insert the U-shaped band, as shown.

U-shape
d bands

20850–M

2. Push the band until it snaps in place.

3. To key the RTB or IFM, insert the wedge-shaped tab with
rounded edge first, as shown.

Wedge-shaped tab

20851–M

4. Push the tab until it stops.

Reposition the tabs to rekey future module applications.

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Wire the Removable Terminal Block

Wire the RTB with a 5/16 inch (8mm) maximum flat-bladed
screwdriver before installing it onto the module.

WARNING When you connect or disconnect the Removable

Terminal Block (RTB) with field side power applied, an
electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in
hazardous location installations. Make sure that power is
removed or the area is nonhazardous before proceeding.

Spring Clamp RTB NEMA Screw RTB

1. Strip 7/16 inch (11mm) maximum 1. Strip 5/16 inch (8mm) maximum length
length of wire. of wire.
2. Insert the screwdriver into 2. Turn the terminal screw counterclockwise.
the inner hole of the RTB. 3. Wrap wire around the terminal.
4. Turn the terminal screw clockwise.

3. Insert the wire into the open terminal

and remove the screwdriver.

20863–M 42516

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Wire the Module

You can only connect wiring to your module through an RTB or IFM.
The example below shows how to wire the module.
1756-IB16
2 1

IN-1 IN-0
Group 0 4 3
IN-3 IN-2
Daisy chain 6 5

to other IN-5 IN-4 Group 0

RTBs 8 7
IN-7 IN-6
10 9

GND-0 GND-0
12 11

IN-9 IN-8
14 13

IN-11 IN-10
16 15
Group 1 IN-13 IN-12 Group 1
18 17

IN-15 IN-14
20 19

GND-1 GND-1

– +

DC COM
40177-M
NOTES: 1. All terminals with the same name are connected together on the module. For
example, DC COM can be connected to either terminal marked GND-0.
2. When you daisy chain from a group to another RTB, always connect the daisy
chain as shown above. Do not connect more than 2 wires to any single terminal.
3. This wiring example shows a single voltage source.
4. If separate power sources are used, do not exceed the specified isolation voltage.

After completing field-side wiring, secure the wires in the strain relief
area with a cable-tie.

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Assemble the Removable Terminal Block and the Housing

1. Align the grooves at the bottom of the housing with the side edges of the RTB.

Groove
Side edge of the RTB
Groove
Strain relief area

Side edge of the RTB

20852-M
2. Slide the RTB into the housing until it snaps into place.
Install the Removable Terminal Block onto the Module
WARNING When you connect or disconnect the Removable Terminal Block
(RTB) with field side power applied, an electrical arc can occur.
This could cause an explosion in hazardous location
installations. Be sure that power is removed or the area is
nonhazardous before proceeding.

Before installing the RTB, make certain:

• field-side wiring of the RTB has been completed.
• the RTB housing is snapped in place on the RTB.
• the RTB housing is closed.
• the locking tab at the top of the module is unlocked.

1. Align the side and top, bottom guides. 2. Press quickly and evenly to seat the RTB
until the latches snap into place.

Locking tab

Module
guide

20853–M 20854–M

RTB guides
3. To lock the RTB on the module,
slide the locking tab down.

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Check the Indicators

The indicators show individual I/O status (yellow) for each point and
a bi-colored LED for module "OK" (red/green).

DC INPUT

ST 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 O
ST 8 9 10 11 1213 1415 K

20945-M

During power up, an indicator test is done and the following occurs:
• "OK" indicator turns red for 1 second and then turns to
flashing green if it has passed the self-test.
• I/O status indicators turn ON for a maximum of 2 seconds and
then turn OFF.

Indicator: Displaying: Means: Take this action:

OK Steady green The inputs are being multicast None
light and in normal operating state.
OK Flashing The module has passed Configure the module with
green light internal diagnostics but is not RSLogix 5000 programming
multicasting inputs. software.
OK Flashing red Previously established Check controller and chassis
light communication has timed out. communication.
OK Steady red An unrecoverable error has Replace the module.
light occurred on the module.
I/O State Yellow The input is active. None
This completes installation of the module. Use the following
information to remove the module, if necessary.

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Remove the Removable Terminal Block from the Module

If you need to remove the module, you must remove the RTB first.

WARNING When you insert or remove the module while backplane

power is on, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause
an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure
that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous
before proceeding.

Before removing the module, you must remove the RTB.

1. Unlock the locking tab at 2. Open the RTB door and pull
the top of the module. the RTB off the module.

42517 20855–M

Remove the Module

1. Push in top and bottom locking tabs. 2. Pull module out of the chassis.

20856–M 20857–M

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1756-IB16 Specifications
Number of Inputs 16 (8 points/common)
Module Location 1756 ControlLogix Chassis
Backplane Current 100mA @ 5.1V dc & 2mA @ 24V dc

(Total backplane power 0.56W)

Maximum Power Dissipation 5.1W @ 60oC
(Module)
Thermal Dissipation 17.39 BTU/hr
On-State Voltage Range 10-31.2V dc
Nominal Input Voltage 24V dc
On-State Current 2.0mA @ 10V dc minimum
10mA @ 31.2V dc maximum
Maximum Off-State Voltage 5V
Maximum Off-State Current 1.5mA
Maximum Input Impedance @ 3.12kΩ
31.2V dc
Input Delay Time
Off to on Programmable filter: 0ms, 1ms or 2ms
Hardware delay 1ms maximum plus filter time
On to off Programmable filter: 0ms, 1ms, 2ms, 9ms or 18ms
Hardware delay 2ms maximum plus filter time
Diagnostic Functions
Change of State Software configurable
Time Stamp of Inputs +/- 200µs
Short/Inrush Current 250mA peak (decaying to <37% in 22ms, without
activation)
Cyclic Update Time User selectable (100µs minimum/750ms maximum)
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes
Isolation Voltage
Group to group 250V maximum continuous
100% tested at 2546V dc for 1s
User to system 250V maximum continuous
100% tested at 2546V dc for 1s
RTB Screw Torque (NEMA clamp) 7-9 inch-pounds (0.8-1Nm)
Module Keying (Backplane) Software configurable
RTB Keying User defined mechanical keying
RTB and Housing 20 Position RTB (1756-TBNH or TBSH)(1)

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Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature IEC 60068-2-1 (Test Ad, Operating Cold),
IEC 60068-2-2 (Test Bd, Operating Dry Heat),
IEC 60068-2-14 (Test Nb, Operating Thermal Shock):
0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Storage Temperature IEC 60068-2-1 (Test Ab, Un-packaged Non-operating
Cold),
IEC 60068-2-2 (Test Bb, Un-packaged Non-operating
Dry Heat),
IEC 60068-2-14 (Test Na, Un-packaged Non-operating
Thermal Shock):
–40 to 85°C (–40 to 185°F)
Relative Humidity IEC 60068-2-30 (Test Db, Un-packaged Non-operating
Damp Heat):
5 to 95% non-condensing
Vibration IEC60068-2-6 (Test Fc, Operating):
2g @ 10-500Hz
Shock IEC60068-2-27 (Test Ea, Unpackaged shock):
Operating 30g
Non-operating 50g
Emissions CISPR 11:
Group 1, Class A
ESD Immunity IEC 61000-4-2:
6kV contact discharges
8kV air discharges
Radiated RF Immunity IEC 61000-4-3:
10V/m with 1kHz sine-wave 80%AM from 30MHz to
1000MHz
10V/m with 200Hz 50% Pulse 100%AM at 900Mhz
EFT/B Immunity IEC 61000-4-4:
±4kV at 2.5kHz on power ports
±4kV at 2.5kHz on signal ports
Surge Transient Immunity IEC 61000-4-5:
±1kV line-line(DM) and ±2kV line-earth(CM) on power
ports
±1kV line-line(DM) and ±2kV line-earth(CM) on signal
ports
Conducted RF Immunity IEC 61000-4-6:
10Vrms with 1kHz sine-wave 80%AM from 150kHz to
80MHz
Enclosure Type Rating None (open-style)

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Conductors Wire Size #22 to #14 AWG (0.324 to 2.08 sq. mm) stranded(1)
3/64 inch (1.2mm) insulation maximum
Category 1(2), (3)
Screwdriver Blade Width for RTB 5/16 inch (8mm) maximum
Certifications: UL UL Listed Industrial Control Equipment
(when product is marked) CSA CSA Certified Process Control Equipment
CSA CSA Certified Process Control Equipment for
Class I, Division 2 Group A,B,C,D Hazardous
Locations
FM FM Approved Equipment for use in Class I
Division 2 Group A,B,C,D Hazardous Locations
CE(4) European Union 89/336/EEC EMC Directive,
compliant with:
EN 50082-2; Industrial Immunity
EN 61326; Meas./Control/Lab., Industrial
Requirements
EN 61000-6-2; Industrial Immunity
EN 61000-6-4; Industrial Emissions
C-Tick(4) Australian Radiocommunications Act,
compliant with:
AS/NZS 2064; Industrial Emissions
EEx(4) European Union 94/9/EEC ATEX Directive,
compliant with:
EN 50021; Potentially Explosive
Atmospheres, Protection “n”
(1) Maximum wire size requires extended housing - 1756-TBE.
(2)
Use this conductor category information for planning conductor routing as described in the system
level installation manual.
(3)
Refer to publication 1770-4.1 Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines.
(4)
See the Product Certification link at www.ab.com for Declarations of Conformity, Certificates, and
other certification details.

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The following information applies when Informations sur l’utilisation de cet équipement
operating this equipment in hazardous en environnements dangereux :
locations:
Products marked “CL I, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D” are Les produits marqués "CL I, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D" ne
suitable for use in Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, conviennent qu’à une utilisation en environnements de
C, D, Hazardous Locations and nonhazardous Classe I Division 2 Groupes A, B, C, D dangereux et
locations only. Each product is supplied with non dangereux. Chaque produit est livré avec des
markings on the rating nameplate indicating the marquages sur sa plaque d’identification qui indiquent
hazardous location temperature code. When le code de température pour les environnements
combining products within a system, the most dangereux. Lorsque plusieurs produits sont combinés
adverse temperature code (lowest “T” number) dans un système, le code de température le plus
may be used to help determine the overall défavorable (code de température le plus faible) peut
temperature code of the system. Combinations être utilisé pour déterminer le code de température
of equipment in your system are subject to global du système. Les combinaisons d’équipements
investigation by the local Authority Having dans le système sont sujettes à inspection par les
Jurisdiction at the time of installation. autorités locales qualifiées au moment de
l’installation.

WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD AVERTISSEMENT RISQUE D’EXPLOSION

• Do not disconnect • Couper le courant ou s’assurer
equipment unless power que l’environnement est
has been removed or the classé non dangereux avant
area is known to be de débrancher l'équipement.
nonhazardous. • Couper le courant ou s'assurer
• Do not disconnect que l’environnement est
connections to this classé non dangereux avant
equipment unless power de débrancher les
has been removed or the connecteurs. Fixer tous les
area is known to be connecteurs externes reliés à
nonhazardous. Secure any cet équipement à l'aide de vis,
external connections that loquets coulissants,
mate to this equipment by connecteurs filetés ou autres
using screws, sliding moyens fournis avec ce
latches, threaded produit.
connectors, or other means • La substitution de composants
provided with this product. peut rendre cet équipement
• Substitution of components inadapté à une utilisation en
may impair suitability for environnement de Classe I,
Class I, Division 2. Division 2.
• If this product contains • S’assurer que l’environnement
batteries, they must only be est classé non dangereux
changed in an area known avant de changer les piles.
to be nonhazardous.

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Installation Assistance
If you experience a problem with a hardware module within the first 24 hours
of installation, please review the information that's contained in this manual.
You can also contact a special Customer Support number for initial help in
getting your module up and running.
United States 1.440.646.3223 Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm EST
Outside United States Please contact your local Rockwell Automation representative for any
technical support issues.

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Rockwell tests all of its products to ensure that they are fully operational when
shipped from the manufacturing facility. However, if your product is not
functioning, it may need to be returned.
United States Contact your distributor. You must provide a Customer Support case number
(see phone number above to obtain one) to your distributor in order to
complete the return process.
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