{"product_id":"1738-ep24dc-allen-bradley-armorpoint-24v-dc-field-power","title":"1738-EP24DC | Allen-Bradley | ArmorPoint 24V DC Field Power","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1738-EP24DC ArmorPoint I\/O Extension Power Module 24V DC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Allen-Bradley\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1738-EP24DC (Catalog Number: 1738-EP24DC)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a ruggedized ArmorPoint I\/O extension power module engineered for decentralized, on-machine automation. In extensive distributed I\/O configurations, voltage drops and current limitations of the primary adapter can impede performance. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1738-EP24DC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eresolves this by providing an additional 10 A of field-side power to downstream modules, ensuring that actuators, sensors, and other field devices operate at consistent 24V DC levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed for survivability in extreme industrial conditions, this module features a fully encapsulated housing rated at IP67 and IP69K. This allows for direct mounting onto machine frames without the need for additional protective enclosures, even in high-pressure wash-down environments common in food and beverage processing. 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It cannot be physically mated to 1734 terminal bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat cable connectors are required for the power input?\u003c\/strong\u003eThe module typically utilizes M23 or M12 connectors depending on the specific sub-series. Always verify the pinout with the Rockwell Automation wiring diagram to ensure 10A current is properly supported by the chosen cabling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43997152673891,"sku":"1738-EP24DC","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/216._ac8d6784-9e7d-41a9-9177-9d9a05c72f87.jpg?v=1770794915","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/1738-ep24dc-allen-bradley-armorpoint-24v-dc-field-power","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}