Part number 1738-AENT is an ArmorPOINT I/O Ethernet/IP adapter module. This module was designed and manufactured by the company known as Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation. This product can support up to 63 modules with 5 rack-optimized connections, as well as 31 direct connections. The maximum backplane current output for this adapter module is 1 ampere. The maximum inrush current rating of this device is 6 amperes for 10 milliseconds (ms). The Allen Bradley 1738-AENT adapter module has an input voltage rating of 24 volts DC at 500 milliamperes or 12 volts DC at 1.0 ampere. Additionally, the input voltage range of this device is 10 to 28.8 volts DC. This product has a maximum field side power rating of 24 volts DC at 10 amperes. The maximum power dissipation rating of this device is 2.8 watts at 28.8 volts DC, while the maximum thermal dissipation rating is 9.5 BTU/hr at 28.8 volts DC. The 1738-AENT adapter module is equipped with several LED indicators, which include indicators for the adapter status, network status, POINTBus status, network activity, and much more.  

The Allen Bradley 1738-AENT ArmorPOINT I/O Ethernet/IP adapter module should be operated within an environment where the temperature ranges from -20 to 60 degrees Celsius. Additionally, when this device is not being operated, or is being stored, the temperature of the surrounding area should range from -40 to 85 degrees Celsius. The relative humidity ratings suitable for this module range from 5% to 95% non-condensing. This adapter module has physical dimensions that measure approximately 112.0 millimeters x 72.0 millimeters x 65.0 millimeters, or 4.41 inches x 2.83 inches x 2.56 inches (height x width x depth). Additionally, the approximate weight of this module is 0.36 kilograms, or 0.8 pounds.