PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ALLEN BRADLEY 445L-P4E0550FP - GuardLink Safety System Tap with EtherNet/IP
The ALLEN BRADLEY 445L-P4E0550FP is a GuardLink Safety System Tap designed for industrial safety applications, facilitating the integration of multiple safety devices into a single, intelligent safety circuit. This component utilizes the GuardLink single-wire safety protocol for device communication and incorporates EtherNet/IP for advanced diagnostics, status monitoring, and seamless integration with Logix control systems. It is engineered for machine guarding, safety interlock systems, and emergency stop circuits requiring simplified wiring and enhanced operational visibility.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: GuardLink Safety System
- COMPONENT TYPE: Safety System Tap / GuardLink Hub
- ELECTRICAL SPECS: NOMINAL VOLTAGE: 24VDC. POWER CONSUMPTION: 5W typical, dependent on connected devices.
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL: ENCLOSURE: Industrial grade, compact form factor. MOUNTING: DIN rail or panel mount.
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- SAFETY PROTOCOL: GuardLink (proprietary single-wire safety protocol for device communication).
- NETWORK PROTOCOL: EtherNet/IP (for diagnostics, status, and standard I/O integration).
- SAFETY PORTS: 4 x M12 (for connection of GuardLink-enabled safety devices).
- COMMUNICATION PORTS: 2 x M12 D-coded (EtherNet/IP).
- FEEDBACK: Integrated diagnostic LEDs for power, network status, and individual GuardLink port status.
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67.
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -20°C to +55°C (-4°F to +131°F).
- COOLING METHOD: Convection cooled.
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- COMPATIBLE CONTROLLERS: Rockwell Automation Logix controllers (via EtherNet/IP).
- APPLICATIONS: Machine guarding, safety interlock systems, emergency stop circuits, process safety applications requiring simplified wiring and advanced diagnostics.