{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1738-ob8em12-armorpoint-digital-output-module","title":"Allen-Bradley 1738-OB8EM12 ArmorPoint Digital Output Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1738-OB8EM12\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e1738-OB8E\u003c\/strong\u003e Digital Output Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for discrete load switching and actuator control within Allen-Bradley ArmorPoint systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1738-OB8EM12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.31 lbs (0.60 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 mm x 72 mm x 42 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to 60 deg C (-4 to 140 deg F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 mA max @ 5 VDC (PointBus current)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 non-isolated sourcing outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 to 28.8 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn-State Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 A max per channel, 1.0 mA min per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOff-State Leakage Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 mA max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn-State Voltage Drop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2 V max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0 W max @ 28.8 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermal Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.8 BTU\/hr max @ 28.8 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 V continuous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeets IP65\/66\/67 (when marked)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeterministic Ethernet\/IP Networks and I\/O Density Scaling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEtherNet\/IP Deterministic Networks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Receives discrete control commands from fieldbus adapters over the local PointBus backplane, executing output logic states without network transmission latency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eI\/O Density Scaling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates 8 electronically protected sourcing output channels into an IP 65\/66\/67 machine-mount form factor using M12 micro connections, maximizing local point density in washdown control applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware Flash Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains synchronized execution profiles and real-time operational feedback via LED indicators for output status, module health, and network connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum load current capacity supported per channel on the 1738-OB8EM12? 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A: The front panel includes yellow\/red output status LEDs for channel state and fault detection, alongside green\/red status LEDs for module and network link condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the sealed module housing directly to equipment framework using appropriate mechanical fasteners, ensuring flat surface contact to preserve IP 65\/66\/67 ingress sealing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect actuator lines via M12 micro cable assemblies. 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