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1785-PFB

PLC-5 PROFIBUS Coprocessor
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Allen-Bradley 1785-PFB is a PLC-5 PROFIBUS coprocessor. It links the PLC-5 control platform to a configured PROFIBUS network and is commissioned through the Local Station Manager.

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Technical specifications for 1785-PFB

Technical specifications for 1785-PFB

  • Manufacturer:
    Allen-Bradley
  • Product Category:
    PLC Systems
  • Spare Part Number:
    1785-PFB
  • Estimated shipping dimensions:
    10.2×7.6×10.2cm
  • Weight:
    0.3 kg
  • Tariff Code:
    8537101190
  • Counliy of origin:
    USA
  • Network protocol:
    PROFIBUS
  • Host platform:
    PLC-5
  • Engineering interface:
    Local Station Manager
  • Engineering connection:
    RS-232
  • RS-232 connector:
    9-pin female
  • RS-232 transmit pin:
    Pin 4
  • RS-232 receive pin:
    Pin 3
  • RS-232 data ground:
    Pin 1
  • Event categories:
    REMOTE; COMMUNICATION; MODULE; PROGRAM
  • Module reset duration:
    Up to 1 minute

Information

Information

Overview Manuals Common Applications Product Precautions
Allen-Bradley 1785-PFB is a PLC-5 PROFIBUS coprocessor. It links the PLC-5 control platform to a configured PROFIBUS network and is commissioned through the Local Station Manager.
  • Executes the configured PLC-5-to-PROFIBUS communication role
  • Exposes bus parameters and module information to the engineering utility
  • Reports remote, communication, module and program events
  • Supports controlled communication and module reset functions

1785-PFB operates with PLC-5 processor system, PROFIBUS field network, RS-232 engineering cable, Local Station Manager software.
Typical engineered duties include PLC-5 PROFIBUS station integration, PROFIBUS device commissioning, Legacy network diagnostic work, PLC-5 bus-parameter recovery.

Important Notice: Replacing 1785-PFB requires preservation of the PROFIBUS station parameters, address conversion, device configuration and PLC-5 data mapping; a module reset alone does not validate the network.

Apter Power 1785-PFB Manuals and Guides

Important Notice: The first document is an Apter Power 1785-PFB model-specific technical reference. The second is a distinct document for installation, configuration or system engineering.

1785-PFB PLC-5 PROFIBUS station integration
Executes the configured PLC-5-to-PROFIBUS communication role
1785-PFB PROFIBUS device commissioning
Exposes bus parameters and module information to the engineering utility
1785-PFB Legacy network diagnostic work
Reports remote, communication, module and program events
1785-PFB PLC-5 bus-parameter recovery
Supports controlled communication and module reset functions
Read the applicable Allen-Bradley installation instructions before work. Verify 1785-PFB and the installed-system configuration.
1
Archive the bus parameters and address map before module work.
2
Use the documented RS-232 pinout for the engineering connection.
3
Verify station address and bus parameters before enabling communications.
4
Review event logs and device status after any reset or configuration load.
5
Commission 1785-PFB under controlled conditions and retain the completed functional-test record before release.

Technical notes

Technical notes

Use the Local Station Manager to confirm 1785-PFB switches, battery status, communication port, bus parameters and system events. Retain the validated station configuration before any module reset.

FAQS

  • Which engineering utility configures 1785-PFB?
    Use the Rockwell Automation PLC-5 PROFIBUS Local Station Manager.
  • How is a computer connected to 1785-PFB?
    Use the documented RS-232 connection and verify the transmit, receive and data-ground pin assignments.
  • Which PROFIBUS settings must be preserved for 1785-PFB?
    Archive the station address, bus parameters, device definitions and PLC-5 data-address conversions.
  • How long can a 1785-PFB module reset take?
    The Local Station Manager manual states that a module reset can take up to one minute.
  • Which events should be reviewed on 1785-PFB?
    Review the REMOTE, COMMUNICATION, MODULE and PROGRAM event categories after commissioning or faults.
  • What is checked before resetting communications on 1785-PFB?
    Confirm the saved bus configuration, active device state and impact on PLC-5 data exchange before issuing the reset.
  • How is 1785-PFB validated after replacement?
    Reconnect through the engineering port, load the approved station settings and prove each required PROFIBUS data exchange.
  • Can 1785-PFB be replaced without checking PLC-5 addresses?
    No. Address conversion and data mapping are part of the validated interface and must be compared.
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