Allen-Bradley 1794-IR8 RTD / Resistance Temperature Input Module

FAQ

Q1. What is the main function of the 1794-IR8?
It is an RTD input module used to measure temperature by converting resistance values from RTD sensors into digital signals.

Q2. What types of sensors are supported?
It supports platinum, nickel, and copper RTD sensors such as Pt100 and Pt1000.

Q3. How many input channels does it provide?
It provides 8 independent RTD input channels.

Q4. What is the measurement range?
It measures resistance values from approximately 1 to 433 ohms.

Q5. What is the resolution of the module?
It offers 16-bit resolution for precise temperature measurement.

Q6. What is the operating temperature range?
It operates from 0 °C to 55 °C in industrial environments.

Q7. What are its physical size and weight?
It measures approximately 10.1 × 6.2 × 5.3 cm and weighs about 0.12 kg.

Q8. What applications is it typically used for?
It is used in industrial automation systems for accurate temperature monitoring in processes such as chemical production, food processing, and equipment thermal control.