{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1747-ocpci4-open-controller-4-slot-pci-backplane","title":"Allen-Bradley 1747-OCPCI4 Open Controller 4-Slot PCI Backplane","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1747-OCPCI4\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 4-slot PCI backplane designed for integration within the Allen-Bradley SLC 500 Open Controller product family. It serves as a physical and electrical expansion bus, providing standard PCI card slot connectivity to host open-architecture controller systems. By enabling high-speed backplane communications between PCI option expansion cards and the controller CPU, the \u003cstrong\u003e1747-OCPCI4\u003c\/strong\u003e allows industrial systems to incorporate specialized PC-based processing, communications, and data acquisition peripherals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArchitecture and Backplane Expansion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module provides four dedicated PCI expansion slots mounted directly on the backplane assembly. In an SLC 500 Open Controller hardware architecture, the backplane routes system power and high-speed PCI signal lines across all populated slots, ensuring low-latency communication between host control processors and third-party PCI peripheral boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for open-architecture control configurations, the \u003cstrong\u003e1747-OCPCI4\u003c\/strong\u003e bridges standard industrial PC expansion options with PLC-style chassis enclosures, making it suitable for applications requiring custom co-processors or specialized fieldbus interface cards.\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\u003e1747-OCPCI4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley \/ Rockwell Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCI Expansion Backplanes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSLC 500 Open Controller Family\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Slot PCI Bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.08 kg (0.18 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE, UL Listed, CSA Certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifecycle Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscontinued by Manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; System Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1747-OCPCI4\u003c\/strong\u003e installs directly into compatible Open Controller enclosures. Proper alignment with the primary CPU card and option boards is required to establish full bus conductivity. Ensure system power is completely isolated before inserting or removing PCI cards or installing the backplane into the chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the primary function of the Allen-Bradley 1747-OCPCI4?A: It provides a 4-slot PCI bus backplane for Allen-Bradley 1747 Open Controller architectures, allowing standard PCI co-processors and communication cards to interface with the controller system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is the 1747-OCPCI4 compatible with standard SLC 500 fixed or modular I\/O chassis? A: No, the 1747-OCPCI4 is specifically designed for the Open Controller platform variant and is not a direct replacement for standard 1746 I\/O backplanes or racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is the Allen-Bradley 1747-OCPCI4 still actively manufactured? A: No, the 1747-OCPCI4 has been discontinued by Rockwell Automation. However, replacement units, refurbished modules, and repair support remain available through industrial automation suppliers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67124548272243,"sku":"1747-OCPCI4","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/1747-OCPCI4_05849a7d-41e3-4619-80d2-84581db86fd3.png?v=1793949973","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1747-ocpci4-open-controller-4-slot-pci-backplane","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}