Allen-Bradley ArmorBlock A Series User manual

Installation Instructions
ArmorBlock 16-Point EtherNet/IP Module,
Series A
Catalog Numbers 1732E-IB16M12, 1732E-OB16M12,
1732E-16CFGM12, 1732E-16CFGM12W, 1732E-IB16M12W
Topic Page
Important User Information 2
Environment and Enclosure 3
Prevent Electrostatic Discharge 3
About the EtherNet/IP ArmorBlock 16-Point I/O Modules 4
Catalog Number Explanation 6
Install the Module 6
Set the Network Address 6
Mount the Module 7
Product Dimensions 8
Connect the I/O, Network and Auxiliary Cables to the ArmorBlock Module 9
Specifications 19

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Important User Information
Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical
equipment. Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls
(publication SGI-1.1 available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at
http://literature.rockwellautomation.com) describes some important differences between solid state
equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this difference, and also because of
the wide variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equipment
must satisfy themselves that each intended application of this equipment is acceptable.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages
resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the
many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc.
cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits,
equipment, or software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell
Automation, Inc., is prohibited.
Throughout this manual, when necessary, we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
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.
IMPORTANT
Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding
of the product.
ATTENTION
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal
injury or death, property damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you to identify
a hazard, avoid a hazard, and recognize the consequences.
SHOCK HAZARD
Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert
people that dangerous voltage may be present.
BURN HAZARD
Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert
people that surfaces may reach dangerous temperatures.

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Environment and Enclosure
Follow these guidelines for environment and enclosure information for this
equipment.
Prevent Electrostatic Discharge
Follow these guidelines when you handle this equipment.
ATTENTION
This equipment is intended for use in overvoltage Category II applications (as
defined in IEC 60664-1), at altitudes up to 2000 m (6562 ft) without derating.
This equipment is considered Group 1, Class A industrial equipment according
to IEC/CISPR 11. Without appropriate precautions, there may be difficulties
with electromagnetic compatibility in residential and other environments due
to conducted and radiated disturbances.
This equipment is supplied as enclosed equipment. It should not require
additional system enclosure when used in locations consistent with the
enclosure type ratings stated in the Specifications section of this publication.
Subsequent sections of this publication may contain additional information
regarding specific enclosure type ratings, beyond what this product provides,
that are required to comply with certain product safety certifications.
In addition to this publication, see:
• Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines, Rockwell
Automation publication, 1770-4.1, for additional installation
requirements.
• NEMA Standard 250 and IEC 60529, as applicable, for explanations of
the degrees of protection provided by different types of enclosure.
ATTENTION
This equipment is sensitive to electrostatic discharge that 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 wrist strap.
• Do not touch connectors or pins on component boards.
• Do not touch circuit components inside the equipment.
• Use a static-safe workstation if available.
• Store the equipment in appropriate static-safe packaging when not in
use.

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About the EtherNet/IP ArmorBlock 16-Point I/O
Modules
The EtherNet/IP 1732E ArmorBlock is a 24V DC I/O module that
communicates via EtherNet/IP. The sealed IP65, IP67 and IP69K housing of
these modules requires no enclosure. Note that environmental requirements
other than IP65, IP67 and IP69K may require an additional appropriate
enclosure. I/O connectors are sealed M12 style.
EtherNet/IP network uses advanced network technolgy, for example,
producer/consumer communication, to increase network functionality and
throughput. Visit our web site at www.ab.com/networks for
producer/consumer technology information and updates.

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EtherNet/IP ArmorBlock 16-Point I/O Module
(1) Functional Earth grounds the I/O block’s EtherNet/IP communication circuitry which is designed to
mitigate the effect of noise on the network. See 10 for network connections.
(2) Protective Earth is provided for the grounding of field devices and is internally connected to each Pin 5 of
the M12 I/O connectors. See 11 for I/O connections.
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LINK
NET
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EtherNet/IP
X10
X100 X1
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EtherNet/IP
D-CodeM12
Connector
44232
Status
LEDs
I/O
Connectors
Auxiliary
Power
Functional
Earth(1)
Metal
Housing
Plastic
Housing
Node
Address
Switches
Protective
Earth(2)
Protective
Earth(2)
EtherNet/IP
D-CodeM12
Connector
I/O
Connectors
I/O
Connectors
Node
Address
Switches

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Catalog Number Explanation
Refer to the table for a description of the catalog numbers.
Install the Module
Refer to the following sections to install your module.
•Set the Network Address
•Mount the Module
•Connect the I/O, Network and Auxiliary Cables to the ArmorBlock
Module
Set the Network Address
The I/O block ships with the rotary switches set to 999 and DHCP-enabled.
To change the network address, you can do one of the following:
•adjust the switches on the front of the module.
•use a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server, such as
Rockwell Automation BootP/DHCP.
•retrieve the IP address from nonvolatile memory.
The I/O block reads the switches first to determine if the switches are set to a
valid number. Set the network address by adjusting the 3 switches on the front
Cat. No. Description Network
Connector
Auxiliary
Power
1732E-IB16M12 EtherNet 24V DC 16 Input
Single D-Code M12 Single 4-pin
mini
1732E-OB16M12 EtherNet 24V DC 16, 2 A Output
1732E-16CFGM12 EtherNet 24V DC 16 Selectable
Points
1732E-IB16M12W EtherNet 24V DC 16 Input
WeldBlock Metal Housing
Single D-Code M12 Single 4-pin
mini1732E-16CFGM12W EtherNet 24V DC 16 Selectable
Points
WeldBlock Metal Housing

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of the module. Use a small blade screwdriver to rotate the switches. Line up
the small notch on the switch with the number setting you wish to use. Valid
settings range from 001...254.
Network Address Example
When the switches are set to a valid number, the I/O block’s IP address is
192.168.1.xxx (where xxx represents the number set on the switches). The
I/O block’s subnet mask is 255.255.255.0 and the gateway address is set to
0.0.0.0. When the I/O block uses the network address set on the switches, the
I/O block does not have a host name assigned to it or use any Domain Name
Server.
If the switches are set to an invalid number–for example, 000 or a value
greater than 254 excluding 888–the I/O block checks to see if DHCP is
enabled. If DHCP is enabled, the I/O block asks for an address from a
DHCP server. The DHCP server also assigns other Transport Control
Protocol (TCP) parameters.
If DHCP is not enabled, the I/O block uses the IP address, along with other
TCP configurable parameters, stored in nonvolatile memory.
Mount the Module
Mount the module directly to a machine using two mounting holes, 5.3 mm
(0.208 in.) in diameter. Mounting holes accommodate #6 (M3) pan head
screws. The torque specification is 6.912 cm-kg (6 in-lbs).
This example shows
the network address
set at 163.
44233

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Product Dimensions
Refer to the mounting dimensions illustration to help you mount the
modules.
Mount the Module in High Vibration Areas
If you mount the module in an area that is subject to shock or vibration, we
recommend you use a flat and a lock washer to mount the module. Mount the
flat and the lock washer as shown in the mounting illustration. Torque the
mounting screws to 6.912 cm-kg (6 in-lbs).
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1
2
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4
15
11
5
6
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9
10
P
W
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65 mm
(2.56 in.) 43.25 mm
(1.70 in.)
179 mm (7.05 in.)
Front View Side View
26.5 mm
(1.04 in.)
169 mm (6.64 in.)
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High Vibration Area Mounting
Connect the I/O, Network and Auxiliary Cables to the
ArmorBlock Module
The ArmorBlock EtherNet/IP family has 5-pin micro-style connectors.
We provide caps to cover the unused connectors on your module. Connect
the quick-disconnect cord sets you selected for your module to the
appropriate ports.
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Flat Washer
Lock Washer

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Network Connectors
Refer to the pinout diagrams for the network connectors.
IMPORTANT
Use the 1585D–M4DC–H: Polyamide small body unshielded or the
1585D–M4DC–SH: Zinc die-cast large body shielded mating
connectors for the D-Code M12 female network connector.
When using shielded (STP) cable with metal housing WeldBlock
products 1732E-IB16M12W and 1732E-16CFGM12W, isolate the
shield at the ArmorBlock end of the cable. This minimizes the
effect of ground offsets.
IMPORTANT
Use two twisted pair CAT5E UTP or STP cable.
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3
2
1
5
D-Code M12 Female Network Connector
44236
(View into Connector)
Pin 1 M12_Tx+
Pin 2 M12_Rx+
Pin 3 M12_Tx-
Pin 4 M12_Rx-
Pin 5 Connector Shell Shield GND
D-Code M12
Pin
Wire Color Signal 8-way Modular
RJ45 Pin
1 White-Orange TX+ 1
2 White-Green RX+ 3
3 Orange TX- 2
4 Green RX- 6

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I/O Connectors
Refer to the pinout diagrams for the I/O connectors.
The 1732E-16CFGM12 and the 1732E-16FGM12W self-configuring
modules contain both input and output functionality.
•If an I/O point is to be an output, dedicate that point as an output
with a wired load and energize it through a control program.
•Energized outputs show an associated active input that can be used as
a feedback mechanism to make certain that the output is on.
(View into Connector)
Pin 1 Sensor Source Voltage
Pin 2 Input B
Pin 3 Return
Pin 4 Input A
Pin 5 PE
Micro-style
5-Pin Female Input Connector
41452
(View into Connector)
Pin 1 Sensor Source Voltage
Pin 2 Input or Output B
Pin 3 Return
Pin 4 Input or Output A
Pin 5 PE
Self-configuring Connector
41452
(View into Connector)
Pin 1 Not Used
Pin 2 Output B
Pin 3 Return
Pin 4 Output A
Pin 5 PE
Micro-style
5-Pin Female Output Connector
41452

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•If an I/O point is to be an input, wire the input device as normal and
leave the associated output de-energized at all times.
I/O Self-configure Circuitry
Refer to the illustration for configuration operations.
Configure Operations
Output scan list
Turn output on Output
circuit
Sensor or
actuator
Connector pin
Input is on
(or output is on)
Input
circuit
43601
Input scan list
From PLC
To PLC
EtherNet/IP D-Code
M12 connector
Network address
switches
Auxiliary power
44231
M12 I/O
connectors
M12 I/O
connectors

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The module is 24V DC Sink In/Source Out:
•16 Input
•16 Output
• 16 Input Or Output points or any mix of 16 (for example, 15 + 1; 8 +8)
The output is short circuit protected and output monitoring in
“Self-configuring” style.
Refer to On-Machine Connectivity Catalog, publication M117-CA001, for
Rockwell Automation cable and cord set offerings or access the Connection
Systems website at http://www.ab.com/connectionsystems/. You can also
use the configuration tools available at
http://www.rockwellautomation.com/en/e-tools/.
Auxiliary Power Cable
Attach the mini-style 4-pin connector to the mini-style 4-pin receptacle as
shown below.
ATTENTION
Make sure all connectors and caps are securely tightened to properly seal the
connections against leaks and maintain IP67 requirements.

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Auxiliary power is based on a 4-pin connector system and is used to provide
24V DC power to I/O modules and other devices. Running separate power to
these devices is most typically used for I/O devices with output connections
to prevent power supply interruption due to switching of outputs. However,
some devices require separate auxiliary power to power them regardless of the
presence of outputs.
Depending on the devices used, it may be possible to provide power through
only one pair of the four available pins, and in this case the other available pair
may be used for single channel E-stop through the use of special E-stop drop
or power T-ports and shorting plugs. Allen-Bradley E-stop T-ports and
shorting plugs are red in color for easy identification.
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Mini-style 4-Pin Female Connector (from power cable)
44237
(View into Connector)
Pin 1 Output Power+
Pin 2 Sensor/MDL Power+
Pin 3 Sensor/MDL Power-
Pin 4 Output Power-
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1
3
Mini-style 4-Pin Male Receptacle (on the ArmorBlock)
44238
(View into Receptacle)
Pin 1 Output Power+
Pin 2 Sensor/MDL Power+
Pin 3 Sensor/MDL Power-
Pin 4 Output Power-

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Interpret the LED Indicators
This module has the following indicators:
• Network, Module, and Link status indicators for EtherNet/IP
• Auxiliary Power indicator
• Individual I/O status indicators for inputs and outputs.
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LINK
NET
MOD
EtherNet/IP
X10
X100 X1
44232
I/O status indicators
Module status indicator
Network status indicator
Auxiliary power
status indicator
I/O status indicators
Armor WeldBlock
Link status indicator

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Network Status Indicator – NET
State Status Description Recommended Action
Off Not online The device is not
initialized or the module
does not have an IP
address.
Wait until the module has
completed initialization
or assign an IP address.
Flashing
green
No CIP connections The device has no CIP
connections.
The device has an IP
address, but no CIP
connections are
established.
Establish a network
connection.
Green CIP connections The device is online, has
an IP address, and CIP
connections are
established.
None
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ArmorBlock
I/O status indicators
Auxiliary power
status indicator
I/O status indicators
Link status indicator
Module status indicator
Network status indicator

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Module Status Indicator – MOD
Flashing
red
Connection time out One or more connections
have timed out.
Reset connections to the
module.
Red Duplicate IP The module has detected
that its IP address is
already in use.
Resolve the IP address
conflict.
Flashing
red/green
Self-test in
progress
The module is performing
a powerup self-test.
None
State Status Description Recommended Action
Off Not powered There is no power applied to
the device.
Apply power to the device.
Flashing
red/green
LED powerup
test
The module is performing a
powerup self-test.
None
Green Module
operational
The module is operating
normally.
None
Flashing
red
Minor fault The module has one of the
following recoverable
faults:
•Firmware (NVS) update.
•IP Address switches have
changed.
•Check your configuration
and cycle power.
•If a firmware update is in
progress, wait for it to
complete.
•Verify that IP address
switches are set to the
desired value.
Solid red Critical fault The module has one of the
following unrecoverable
faults:
•Self-test failure (checksum
failure or ramtest failure at
powerup).
•Firmware fatal error.
Cycle power to the module.
If that does not fix the fault,
contact your Rockwell
Automation representative.
The module may need to be
replaced.
State Status Description Recommended Action

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Network Link Status Indicator – LINK
Auxiliary Status Indicator – PWR
I/O Status Indicator – Individual Channels as Indicated
by Numbers 0…15
IMPORTANT
The Module Status LED indicator remains solid red for a maximum of 30 s
while the module completes its POST (Power-On Self Test).
State Status Description Recommended Action
Off No network link There is no network link
established.
Establish a network link.
Flashing
green/off
Network link active There is transmitting or
receiving activity to the
module.
None
Steady
green
Network link present There is a network link to
the module.
None
State Status Description Recommended Action
Off No auxiliary power There is no auxiliary power
applied to the module.
Apply auxiliary power to the
module.
Green Auxiliary power
present
There is auxiliary power
applied to the module.
None
State Status Description Recommended Action
Off Output not energized
or no valid input
Output is not
energized or input is
not valid.
None
Yellow Output energized or
valid input
Output is energized
or input is valid.
None

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Specifications
ArmorBlock 2-Port EtherNet/IP Module – 1732E-IB16M12x,
1732E-16CFGM12x
Attributes Value
Number of inputs 16
Input type Sink, 24V DC
Voltage, off-state input, max 5V DC
Voltage, on-state input, max 30V DC
Voltage, on-state input, nom 24V DC
Voltage, on-state input, min 11V DC
Voltage, sensor source, max 30V
Voltage, sensor source, min 11V
Current, off-state input, max 1.5 mA @ 5V DC
Current, on-state input, max 5 mA @ 30V DC
Input delay time - ON to OFF and OFF to ON 0…16000 μs
ArmorBlock 2-Port EtherNet/IP Module – 1732E-16CFGM12x,
1732E-OB16M12
Attribute Value
Number of outputs 16
Output type Source, 24V DC
Voltage drop, on-state output, max 0.5V DC
Voltage off-peak blocking, min 30V DC
Voltage, on-state output, max 30V DC
Voltage, on-state output, min 11V DC
Voltage, on-state output, nom 24V DC
Voltage, sensor source, max 30V

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Current on-state output, max 0.5 A – 1732E-16CFGM12x
2 A – 1732E-OB16M12
Current per module, max 8.0 A (all outputs)
Leakage current, off-state output, max 50 μA
Surge current per output, max 3.2 A for 10 ms, repeatable every 2 s –
1732E-16CFGM12x
6 A for 10 ms, repeatable every 2 s –
1732E-OB16M12x
Pilot duty rating DC-14 Pilot Duty
General Specifications
Attribute Value
Voltage, auxiliary power, max 30V DC
Voltage, auxiliary power, min 12V DC
Current, auxiliary power input, max per
module (pins 2, 3)
1.1 A
0.3 A – 1732E-OB16M12
Current, auxiliary power, max per
module (pins 1, 4 plus pins 2, 3)
8 A (pins 2, 3 for sensor source and module plus
pins 1, 4 for output loads)
Current, sensor source, per input, max 50 mA
Current, sensor source, per module,
max (pins 2, 3)
800 mA
Communication rate EtherNet/IP
10/100 Mbps
Full or half-duplex
100 meter per segment
LED indicators Module status – red/green
Network status – red/green
Link status – green
Auxiliary power – green
I/O LED – yellow
ArmorBlock 2-Port EtherNet/IP Module – 1732E-16CFGM12x,
1732E-OB16M12