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Allen-Bradley 1786-RPFM
by Allen-Bradley
Read verified buyer reviews ↓OverviewEnhance your industrial automation infrastructure with the Allen-Bradley 1786-RPFM ControlNet Repeater Module. This robust module is engineered to expand the capabilities of your ControlNet network, enabling seamless, high-speed, and dependable data transfer across expansive industrial settings. Offering both fiber optic and coaxial port compatibility, the 1786-RPFM provides exceptional versatility and signal integrity, making it crucial for applications where network scope and stability are paramount. Its design emphasizes straightforward integration and superior performance, guaranteeing optimal operation in even the most challenging industrial environments.The 1786-RPFM effectively overcomes the limitations of standard network cabling by amplifying and regenerating ControlNet signals. This not only significantly extends the physical distance your network can span but also markedly enhances data integrity, particularly in areas prone to electromagnetic interference. Whether you're segmenting traffic for improved performance or linking different parts of a large facility, this repeater module delivers the reliability and scalability essential for modern industrial operations. Unleash the full potential of your ControlNet system with this high-performance solution.Key Features Extended Network Reach: Substantially increases the operational distance of your ControlNet network, enabling connections between far-flung nodes and devices. Dual Media Compatibility: Equipped with both fiber optic and coaxial interfaces, providing adaptable connectivity options for diverse industrial setups. Signal Amplification & Regeneration: Actively boosts and refines ControlNet signals, ensuring robust and error-free communication over long distances, even in noisy surroundings. Enhanced Data Integrity: Fiber optic support greatly reduces electrical interference, delivering superior data integrity and reliability for vital control applications. Seamless Network Scalability: Facilitates effortless integration of additional network segments and nodes, supporting the future expansion of your automation system. Rugged Industrial Design: Constructed to endure harsh operating conditions, ensuring dependable and continuous performance across various industrial environments. Easy DIN Rail Mounting: Designed for quick and simple installation on standard DIN rails, simplifying setup and integration into existing control cabinets. Technical Specifications Model Number: 1786-RPFM Type: ControlNet Repeater Module Ports: Fiber Optic and Coaxial Ports Network Compatibility: ControlNet Data Transmission Rate: 5 Mbps Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) Mounting: DIN rail Certifications: UL, CE, and cULus compliant Dimensions: Compact for straightforward integration into existing setups Applications Large-Scale Industrial Automation Systems: Ideal for maintaining reliable communication and data flow across extensive automation networks within factories and plants. Manufacturing Facilities: Perfect for extending ControlNet connectivity to remote control devices, machinery, and various production zones within a manufacturing environment. Process Control Systems: Ensures uninterrupted and robust data transmission for critical process control operations, minimizing downtime and optimizing efficiency. Distributed Control Architectures: Enables the seamless integration and communication between geographically dispersed control devices and segments in complex industrial setups. Building Automation & Infrastructure: Applicable in large commercial or industrial buildings requiring extended network reach for facility management and control. Remote Monitoring & Data Acquisition: Facilitates reliable data collection and monitoring from distant sensors and actuators, critical for comprehensive system oversight. Why Choose This Model?Featuring both fiber optic and coaxial options, the 1786-RPFM offers unmatched adaptability to diverse industrial requirements, making it an excellent choice for a variety of challenging applications.Order NowElevate your ControlNet network's performance and reliability. Contact us today to order the Allen-Bradley 1786-RPFM Repeater Module and optimize your industrial automation system.FAQHow does the 1786-RPFM enhance network distance?The 1786-RPFM amplifies and regenerates ControlNet signals, allowing for significantly longer cable runs and greater distances between network nodes.What types of connectivity does this module support?It supports both fiber optic and coaxial connections, providing flexible options to suit various industrial environments and existing infrastructure.Is this module suitable for harsh industrial environments?Yes, the 1786-RPFM is built with a rugged industrial design to ensure reliable performance even in demanding operating conditions.Can I easily integrate the 1786-RPFM into my current system?Absolutely, its design includes easy DIN rail mounting for quick and straightforward installation into existing control cabinets.What is the data transmission rate of the 1786-RPFM?The module operates at a data transmission rate of 5 Mbps, ensuring efficient and high-speed data flow within your ControlNet network.
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Allen-Bradley 1786-RPFM
Overview
This is a genuine Allen-Bradley component. PalmPartsSolution stocks it in new, refurbished, and surplus condition with tested warranty and same-day shipping on in-stock units.
Whether you are sourcing a like-for-like replacement for an existing installation, an emergency spare to keep a line running, or a qualified part for a new build, our team can confirm availability, revision, and lead time before you order.
Key Features
- Genuine Allen-Bradley catalog part
- Tested before shipment
- Backed by PalmPartsSolution warranty
- Cross-reference and revision assistance available
- Compatible with the broader Allen-Bradley automation ecosystem
Compatibility
When ordering, match the full catalog/part number, hardware revision, and firmware revision called out by your Allen-Bradley equipment. Where applicable, confirm:
- Input/output voltage and current rating
- Communication protocol and network role
- Mounting form factor and footprint
- Operating temperature, humidity, and IP rating
- Required certifications (UL, CE, ATEX, marine, etc.)
Not sure which revision you need? Send us the catalog number on the nameplate and we will confirm the correct match.
Replacement Information
Three ways to source this part through PalmPartsSolution:
- Exact replacement — same Allen-Bradley catalog number, new or refurbished, tested and warrantied
- Form-fit-function equivalent — alternate revision or build that drops in without code changes
- Engineered migration — current-generation Allen-Bradley platform with documented conversion notes
Contact our engineering team if you need help choosing between these tracks.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 1786-RPFM
- Type: ControlNet Repeater Module
- Ports: Fiber Optic and Coaxial Ports
- Network Compatibility: ControlNet
- Data Transmission Rate: 5 Mbps
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
- Mounting: DIN rail
- Certifications: UL, CE, and cULus compliant
- Dimensions: Compact for straightforward integration into existing setups
Applications
- Large-Scale Industrial Automation Systems: Ideal for maintaining reliable communication and data flow across extensive automation networks within factories and plants.
- Manufacturing Facilities: Perfect for extending ControlNet connectivity to remote control devices, machinery, and various production zones within a manufacturing environment.
- Process Control Systems: Ensures uninterrupted and robust data transmission for critical process control operations, minimizing downtime and optimizing efficiency.
- Distributed Control Architectures: Enables the seamless integration and communication between geographically dispersed control devices and segments in complex industrial setups.
- Building Automation & Infrastructure: Applicable in large commercial or industrial buildings requiring extended network reach for facility management and control.
- Remote Monitoring & Data Acquisition: Facilitates reliable data collection and monitoring from distant sensors and actuators, critical for comprehensive system oversight.
Why Choose the 1786-RPFM?
Featuring both fiber optic and coaxial options, the 1786-RPFM offers unmatched adaptability to diverse industrial requirements, making it an excellent choice for a variety of challenging applications.
Availability & Shipping
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- ▸Bulk pricing: Volume discounts on request — contact our sales team for quantity quotes.
- ▸Buy with confidence: Every 1786-RPFM ships with a 1-Year PALM Parts warranty and a 30-day return window.
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