Overview
The Allen-Bradley 1771-WC Series B field wiring swing arm is a PLC-5 accessory designed to provide flexible interconnection between Allen-Bradley 1771 I/O modules and plant wiring. This component features a thermoplastic construction with conformal coating for durability in industrial environments and does not require an external power source.
Key Features
- 8 I/O points with 10 gold-plated terminals for reliable connections
- Conformal coating protects against moisture and contaminants
- TTL low-current module support for digital input/output applications
- No external power required for operation
- AWG 14 wire compatible — supports both spade-lug and direct clamping
- Thermoplastic construction with gold-plated contacts for corrosion resistance
Technical Specifications
- I/O Points: 8
- Terminals: 10 (gold-plated)
- Wire Gauge: AWG 14 (spade-lug or direct clamp)
- Material: Thermoplastic with conformal coating
- Dimensions: 4.5 x 12.4 x 6.3 inches
- Weight: 0.1 lbs (0.1 kg)
- Power Requirement: None (passive wiring assembly)
- Series: PLC-5
- Mounting Type: Terminal block / swing arm
- Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
- Country of Origin: United States
Typical Applications
- TTL low-current digital input/output interconnection in PLC-5 systems
- Field wiring termination and cable management for 1771 I/O modules
- Industrial control systems requiring flexible module expansion
- Machinery automation with distributed I/O architectures
- Retrofit and replacement installations in legacy PLC systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley 1771 series I/O modules (TTL low-current)
- Allen-Bradley 1771 chassis (1771-A1B through 1771-A4B)
- PLC-5 controllers and systems
- Industrial automation platforms requiring 8-point distributed I/O
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. The 1771-WC Series B replaces earlier 1771-WC variants. Consult your system documentation or contact Rockwell Automation for confirmed cross-references.
Works With
- Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5 and Studio 5000 software
- 1771 TTL I/O modules (1771IG, 1771IQ, etc.)
- Passive wiring interconnect — no software configuration required
- Standard industrial plant wiring systems
