The ArmorPoint I/O family (Cat. no. 1738) consists of modular I/O
modules. The sealed IP67 housing of these modules requires no
enclosure. (Note that environmental requirements other than IP67
may require an additional appropriate housing.) I/O connectors are
sealed M12 AC keyed (micro) styles. The mounting base ships with
the module. The 1738-OA2M12AC3 module is shown below.
1738-OA2M12AC3
1738-OA2M12AC3/A
Out
12V ac
Connector M12-A
Connector M12-B
M
O
1
0
D
N
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0
1
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LED Indicat
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SHOCK HAZARD
Important User Information
Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical equipment.
Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls (Publication
SGI-1.1 available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at
http://www.ab.com/manuals/gi) describes some important differences between solid state equipment
and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this difference, and also because of the wide
variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equipment must satisfy
themselves that each intended application of this equipment is acceptable.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages
resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the
many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc.
cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits,
equipment, or software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell
Automation, Inc. is prohibited.
Throughout this manual we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
WARNING
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion in a
hazardous environment, which may lead to personal injury or death, proper ty damage,
or economic loss.
IMPORTANT
ATTENTION
BURN HAZARD
Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the
product.
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or
death, property damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you:
• identify a hazard
• avoid a hazard
• recognize the consequence
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment to alert people that dangerous voltage
may be present.
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment to alert people that surfaces may be
dangerous temperatures.
.
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ATTENTION
Environment and Enclosure
This equipment is intended for use in overvoltage
Category II applications (as defined in IEC
publication 60664-1), at altitudes up to 2000 meters
without derating.
This equipment is considered Grou p 1, Class A
industrial equipment according to IEC/CISPR
Publication 11. Without appropriate precautions,
there may be potential difficulties ensuring
electromagnetic compatibility in other environments
due to conducted as well as radiated disturbance.
This equipment is supplied as "enclosed" equipment.
It should not require additional system enclosure
when used in locations consistent with the enclosure
type ratings stated in the Specifications section of this
publication. Subsequent sections of this publication
may contain additional information regarding
specific enclosure type ratings, beyond what this
product provides, that are required to comply with
certain product safety certifications.
NOTE: See NEMA Standards publication 250 and
IEC publication 60529, as applicable, for
explanations of the degrees of protection provided
by different types of enclosure. Also, se e the
appropriate sections in this publication, as well as
the Allen-Bradley publication 1770-4.1 ("Industrial
Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines"), for
additional installation requirements pertaining to this
equipment.
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1.9 in.
2.0 in.
0.87 in.
2.0 in.
0.87 in.
2.0 in.
Mount the I/O Base
ATTENTION
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
This equipment is sensitive to electrostatic dischar ge,
which can cause internal damage and affect normal
operation. Follow these guidelines when you handle
this equipment:
• Touch a grounded object to discharge potential
static.
• Wear an approved grounding wriststrap.
• Do not touch connectors or pins on component
boards.
• Do not touch circuit components inside the
equipment.
• If available, use a static-safe workstation.
• When not in use, store the equipment in
appropriate static-safe packaging.
To mount the ArmorPoint I/O base on a wall or panel, use the screw
holes provided in the ArmorPoint base.
Adapter
4.02 in.
102 mm
A mounting illustration for the ArmorPoint base with an adapter is
shown below.
47.2 mm
1.81 in.
46 mm
Install the mounting base as follows:
50 mm
22 mm
50 mm
22 mm
1. Lay out the required points as shown above in the drilling
dimension drawing.
2. Drill the necessary holes for #8 (M4) machine or self-tapping
screws.
50 mm
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Mounting base
Module will bridge two bases.
3. Mount the base using #8 (M4) screws.
4. Ground the system using the ground lug connection. (The
ground lug connection is also a mounting hole.)
KeyswitchSet to position 8 for
the 1738 AC output
module
Ground lug connection
43675
Latching mechanism
Install the ArmorPoint AC
Output Module
To install the ArmorPoint AC output module, proceed as follows.
1. Using a bladed screwdriver, rotate the keyswitch on the
mounting base clockwise until the number 8 aligns with the
notch in the base.
2. Position the module vertically above the mounting base. The
module will bridge two bases.
1738-OA2M12AC3/A
12V ac
0.75Amp
Out
M
O
1
0
D
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1
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3. Push the module down until it engages the latching mechanism.
You will hear a clicking sound when the module is properly
engaged.
The locking mechanism will lock the module to the base.
Remove the ArmorPoint AC Output Module From the
Mounting Base
To remove the module from the mounting base:
1. Put a flat blade screwdriver into the slot of the orange latching
mechanism.
2. Push the screwdriver toward the I/O module to disengage the
latch.
The module will lift up off the base.
3. Pull the module off of the base.
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Wire the AC Output Module
Following are wiring instructions for the ArmorPoint AC output
module.
Make sure all connectors and caps are securely
tightened to properly seal the connections against
leaks and maintain IP67 requirements.
Communicate With
Your Module
I/O messages are sent to (consumed) and received from (produced)
the ArmorPoint I/O module. These messages are mapped into the
processor’s memory. This ArmorPoint I/O output module consumes 1
byte of output data (scanner Tx - status). It does not produce data
(scanner Rx).
Default Data Map for the ArmorPoint AC Output Modules
1738-OA2M12AC3
Message size: 1 Byte
76543210
Produces
(scanner Rx)
Consumes
(scanner Tx)
Where: 0 = off, 1 = on
Not UsedChannel status
Not UsedCh1Ch0Output state
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s
Troubleshoot with
the Indicators
1738-OA2M12AC3
1738-OA2M12AC3/A
Out
12V ac
M
O
1
0
D
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E
T
0
1
Module Status Indicators
Network Status Indicator
I/O Status Indicators
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IndicationProbable Cause
Module Status
OffNo power applied to device
GreenDevice operating normally
Flashing GreenDevice needs commissioning due to missing, incomplete, or
incorrect configuration
Flashing RedRecoverable fault
RedUnrecoverable fault - may require device replacement
Flashing Red/GreenDevice is in self-test
IndicationProbable Cause
Network Status
OffDevice is not on line:
- Device has not completed dup_MAC-id test.
- Device not powered - check module status indicator.
Flashing GreenDevice is on line but has no connections in the established state.
GreenDevice is on line and has connections in the established state.
Flashing RedOne or more I/O connections in timed-out state.
RedCritical link failure - failed communication device. Device
detected error that prevents it from communicating on the
network.
Flashing Red/GreenCommunication faulted device - the device has detected a
network access error and is in communication faulted state.
Device has received and accepted an Identity Communication
Faulted Request - long protocol message.
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IndicationProbable Cause
I/O Status
OffOutput is inactive
YellowOutput is active and under control
Specifications
Following are specifications for the 1738 ArmorPoint AC output
module.
ArmorPoint AC Output Module
Outputs per Module2 (1 group of 2) nonisolated, sourcing
On-state Voltage Rating
Maximum
Minimum
Nominal
On-state Voltage Drop, Maximum1.0V @ 0.75A
On-state Current
Maximum
Minimum
Output Current Rating1.5 A (2 channels @ 0.75A each)
Surge Current, Maximum16 A for 100 ms, repeatable every 10s
Delay Time OFF to ON1, Maximum
Delay Time, ON to OFF1, Maximum
Off-state Leakage, Maximum2.7 mA
External AC Power Supply Voltage120/220V ac, 60Hz nominal
External AC Power Supply Voltage Range85-264V ac, 47-63Hz
Keyswitch Position8
General Specifications
LED Indicators2 yellow output status, logic side
PointBus Current75 mA @ 5V dc
Power Dissipation, Maximum0.8 W @ 264V ac
Thermal Dissipation, Maximum2.7 BTU/hr. @ 264V ac
Isolation Voltage
(continuous-voltage withstand rating)
DimensionsInches (Metric)1.25H x 2.63W x 4.25D (31.75H x 66.80W x 107.95D)
Operating TemperatureIEC 60068-2-1 (Test Ad, Operating Cold),
10V/m with 1kHz sine-wave 80%AM from 80MHz to 1000MHz
10V/m with 200Hz 50% Pulse 100%AM at 900Mhz
EFT/B ImmunityIEC 61000-4-4:
±3kV at 5kHz on signal ports
Surge Transient ImmunityIEC 61000-4-5:
±1kV line-line(DM) and ±2kV line-earth(CM) on signal ports
Conducted RF ImmunityIEC 61000-4-6:
10Vrms with 1kHz sine-wave 80%AM from 150kHz to 80MHz
EmissionsCSPR 11:
Group 1, Class A
Enclosure Type RatingMeets IP65/66/67 (when marked)
Mounting Base Screw Torque#8 screw, 7.5 in. lbs. in Aluminum, 16 in. lbs. in Steel
Wiring Category
2
1 - on signal ports
Weight Imperial (Metric)0.637 lb. (0.289 kg)
Certifications:
(when product is marked)
c-UL-us UL Listed Industrial Control Equipment, certified for US and Canada
3
CE
European Union 89/336/EEC EMC Directive, compliant with:
EN 61000-6-4; Industrial Emissions
EN 50082-2; Industrial Immunity
EN 61326; Meas./Control/Lab., Industrial Requirements
EN 61000-6-2; Industrial Immunity
European Union 73/23/EEC LVD Directive, compliant with:
EN 61131-2; Programmable Controllers
1. OFF to ON or ON to OFF delay is time from a valid output "on" or "off" signal to output energization or de-energization.
2. Use this Conductor Category information for planning conductor routing. Refer to Publication 1770-4.1, "Industrial Automation Wiring
and Grounding Guidelines".
3. See the Product Certification link at www.ab.com for Declarations of Conformity, Certificates, and other certification details.
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application notes, sample code and links to software service packs, and a MySupport feature that you can customize
to make the best use of these tools.
For an additional level of technical phone support for installation, configuration and troubleshooting, we offer
TechConnect Support programs. For more information, contact your local distributor or Rockwell Automation
representative, or visit http://support.rockwellautomation.com.
Installation Assistance
If you experience a problem with a hardware module within the first 24 hours of installation, please review the
information that's contained in this manual. You can also contact a special Customer Support number for initial help
in getting your module up and running:
United States1.440.646.3223
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm EST
Outside United StatesPlease contact your local Rockwell Automation representative for any technical support issues.
New Product Satisfaction Return
Rockwell tests all of our products to ensure that they are fully operational when shipped from the manufacturing
facility. However, if your product is not functioning and needs to be returned:
United StatesContact your distributor. You must provide a Customer Support case number (see phone number
above to obtain one) to your distributor in order to complete the return process.
Outside United StatesPlease contact your local Rockwell Automation representative for return procedure.
ArmorPoint is a trademark of Rockwell Automation.
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