Product Introduction
The Allen Bradley 1785-L20E/E PLC-5/20 Processor is an industrial programmable controller designed to provide reliable logic processing and integrated Ethernet communication for PLC-5 automation systems. Produced by Rockwell Automation and part of the Allen-Bradley PLC-5 controller family, this processor combines traditional PLC-5 control capability with modern network connectivity.
The module features 16K Word SRAM memory for control program storage and system data handling. In addition, it includes embedded TCP/IP communication with EtherNet/IP support, allowing the controller to communicate directly with industrial networks, engineering workstations, and supervisory systems. This capability makes the processor suitable for upgrading existing PLC-5 installations to Ethernet-based automation environments while maintaining compatibility with legacy PLC infrastructure.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | PLC Processor Module |
| Manufacturer | Rockwell Automation |
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Series | PLC-5 |
| Processor Model | PLC-5/20 |
| Memory Capacity | 16K Word SRAM |
| Communication Protocol | TCP/IP |
| Industrial Network Support | EtherNet/IP |
| Controller Architecture | Modular PLC-5 Rack System |
| Programming Method | Ladder Logic |
| Communication Capability | Embedded Ethernet Communication |
| Installation Type | Rack Mounted |
| Dimensions | 165 × 51 × 89 mm |
| Weight | 1.45 kg |
Applications
• Industrial automation networks, enabling PLC-5 systems to communicate through Ethernet-based plant networks.
• Manufacturing production lines, controlling machinery, sensors, and actuators while sharing data with supervisory systems.
• SCADA integration, allowing controllers to exchange operational data with monitoring and visualization platforms.
• Process control environments, where stable communication and controller processing are required for continuous operations.
• Legacy PLC-5 system upgrades, adding Ethernet connectivity to older automation platforms.
• Industrial data collection systems, transmitting production information to management or analytics software.
Advantages
• Integrated Ethernet communication, eliminating the need for additional external Ethernet modules.
• Support for TCP/IP and EtherNet/IP protocols, enabling seamless connection with modern industrial networks.
• 16K Word SRAM program memory, providing sufficient capacity for medium-scale control programs.
• PLC-5 modular architecture, allowing easy integration with existing PLC-5 racks and I/O modules.
• Reliable industrial performance, designed for continuous operation in factory automation systems.
• Simplified network integration, enabling PLC-5 controllers to communicate with HMIs, SCADA platforms, and engineering stations.
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