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Allen-Bradley 1734-OB8 Digital Output Module 8-Point 24VDC 1A

SKU: LL1-AB-734OB8
$42.17
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Allen-Bradley 1734-OB8 Digital Output Module 8-Point 24VDC 1A

SKU: LL1-AB-734OB8
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Technical specifications, features, applications and purchasing information.

Technical Specifications

Brand Allen-Bradley
Model Number 1734-OB8
Product Category Digital Output Module
Product Family POINT I/O
Product Bulletin Bulletin 1734
Module Type Digital DC Sourcing Output Module
Number of Output Channels 8
Output Channel Configuration 1 Group of 8 Non-Isolated Sourcing Outputs
Output Signal Type Discrete DC, PNP Sourcing
Nominal Output Voltage 24 VDC
On-State Output Voltage Range 10-28.8 VDC
Maximum On-State Voltage Drop 0.2 VDC
Minimum On-State Current Per Channel 1 mA
Maximum Output Current Per Channel 1 A
Maximum Combined Output Current Per Module 3 A
Surge Output Current 2 A for 10 ms, Repeatable Every 3 Seconds
Maximum Off-State Leakage Current 0.5 mA at 28.8 VDC
Maximum Off-to-On Signal Delay 0.1 ms
Maximum On-to-Off Signal Delay 0.1 ms
Individual Output Channel Isolation No
Integrated Electronic Output Protection No; Standard Non-Protected Output Configuration
Integrated Per-Channel Fault Diagnostics Not Provided as on the 1734-OB8E Variant
Output Terminal Assignments Terminals 0-7 Correspond to Outputs 0-7
Field Power Distribution Via POINT I/O Field Power Bus and Compatible Power Distribution Hardware
External DC Power Supply Voltage 24 VDC Nominal
External DC Power Supply Voltage Range 10-28.8 VDC
External DC Power Supply Current for Module Electronics 32 mA
POINTBus Supply Voltage 5 VDC
Maximum POINTBus Current Draw 75 mA at 5 VDC
Maximum Power Dissipation 2 W at 28.8 VDC
Maximum Thermal Dissipation 6.8 BTU/hr at 28.8 VDC
Isolation Voltage 50 V Continuous, Reinforced Insulation, Field Side to System
Isolation Type Test 2500 VDC for 60 Seconds, Field Side to System
Output Status Indicators 8 Yellow LEDs
Module and Network Status Indicators 2 Green/Red LEDs
Compatible Terminal Bases 1734-TB, 1734-TBS, 1734-TOP and 1734-TOPS
Terminal Base Screw Torque 0.8 Nm for Applicable Screw-Type Base
Module Mounting Compatible POINT I/O Terminal Base on DIN Rail
Wiring Category Category 2 on Signal Ports
Wire Size Determined by the Installed Terminal Base
Enclosure Type Open-Style
Operating Temperature -20°C to +55°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to +85°C
Relative Humidity 5-95% Non-Condensing
Maximum Surrounding Air Temperature 55°C
Operating Vibration 5 g at 10-500 Hz
Operating Shock 30 g
Non-Operating Shock 50 g
Maximum Altitude Without Derating 2000 m
Pollution Degree 2
Dimensions (H × W × D) 56.6 × 12.1 × 77.5 mm, Approximate Module Dimensions
Approximate Module Weight 35.4 g
Manufacturer Documentation 1734-IN018 Installation Instructions; 1734-UM001 User Manual; 1734-SG001 Selection Guide

Key Features

Eight 24VDC Sourcing Outputs

The Allen-Bradley 1734-OB8 provides eight discrete sourcing output channels in a compact POINT I/O module. Each channel supplies positive DC voltage to a compatible field load, supporting PLC-controlled switching of 24 VDC actuators, relay coils, indicator lights and other discrete devices.

1A Per Channel, 3A Per Module

Each output channel supports up to 1 A, while the combined current of all eight channels must not exceed 3 A. These are separate electrical limits and must both be satisfied. The documented surge capability is 2 A for 10 ms, repeatable every three seconds.

Fast Digital Output Switching

The module provides maximum output signal delays of 0.1 ms for both off-to-on and on-to-off transitions. Its nominal 24 VDC sourcing output is suitable for compatible discrete machine control applications requiring responsive digital switching.

Compact POINT I/O Integration

With an approximate 12.1 mm module width, the 1734-OB8 supports space-efficient distributed I/O assemblies. It installs on a compatible POINT I/O terminal base and communicates with the controller through the POINTBus system and an appropriate communication adapter.

Individual Output Status Indication

Eight yellow LEDs indicate the operating state of the corresponding digital outputs. Two additional green/red indicators provide module and network status information, assisting technicians during commissioning and troubleshooting.

Industrial Field Power and Wiring

The module operates with nominal 24 VDC field power and uses the POINT I/O power distribution arrangement. It provides 50 V continuous reinforced isolation between the field side and system, while the eight sourcing outputs are not individually isolated. Appropriate external load protection and suppression should be provided where required.

Applications

  • PLC-controlled 24VDC solenoid valve switching
  • Industrial relay and interposing relay coil control
  • Machine status indicator lamps and signal lights
  • Packaging equipment and automated production line outputs
  • Conveyor systems and material handling control circuits
  • Distributed POINT I/O stations with compatible network adapters
  • Industrial pneumatic equipment requiring discrete actuator commands
  • Maintenance and replacement of eight-point 24VDC sourcing output modules

Purchase Information

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Allen-Bradley 1734-OB8?
Allen-Bradley 1734-OB8 is a Bulletin 1734 POINT I/O digital output module with eight non-isolated 24 VDC sourcing outputs. It is designed for compatible industrial control systems requiring distributed digital output switching.


How many output channels does 1734-OB8 have?
The module provides eight digital output channels arranged as one group of eight. All eight outputs are sourcing-type DC outputs, and they are not individually isolated from each other.


What voltage does 1734-OB8 use?
The nominal output and field supply voltage is 24 VDC. The documented on-state operating voltage range is 10-28.8 VDC. The load voltage and module field power arrangement must be compatible with the installed POINT I/O system.


What is the maximum output current of 1734-OB8?
Each channel can supply up to 1 A, but the combined output current of the module must not exceed 3 A. For example, using several outputs simultaneously requires adding their individual load currents to verify that the total remains within the module rating.


Is Allen-Bradley 1734-OB8 a sourcing or sinking output module?
The 1734-OB8 is a sourcing output module. When an output is energized, it supplies positive DC voltage to a connected load that returns to the DC common. The load wiring must use the correct sourcing-output polarity.


What is the difference between 1734-OB8 and 1734-OB8E?
Both modules provide eight 24 VDC sourcing outputs. The 1734-OB8 is the standard version without the additional channel-level electronic protection and fault diagnostics provided by the 1734-OB8E. They should not be considered functionally identical when the application depends on electronic protection or diagnostic reporting.


Does 1734-OB8 have electronic short-circuit protection?
The standard 1734-OB8 does not provide the electronically protected output functionality of the 1734-OB8E. Appropriate external circuit protection, load current verification and inductive-load suppression must be considered during installation.


What is the difference between 1734-OB8 and 1734-IB8?
The 1734-OB8 is an eight-point digital output module used to command compatible field loads. The 1734-IB8 is an eight-point digital input module used to receive signals from compatible field devices. Their functions, terminal assignments and controller configurations are different.


Which terminal bases are compatible with 1734-OB8?
The manufacturer lists 1734-TB, 1734-TBS, 1734-TOP and 1734-TOPS terminal bases for the eight-point sourcing output module. The terminal base must match the module's mechanical and wiring requirements, and its exact configuration should be checked before replacement.


Does 1734-OB8 need a separate communication adapter?
Yes. The 1734-OB8 is a POINT I/O output module rather than a standalone PLC or Ethernet adapter. It communicates through a compatible POINT I/O adapter over the POINTBus backplane, with the network protocol determined by the selected adapter.


What are the dimensions and operating temperature of 1734-OB8?
The approximate module dimensions are 56.6 × 12.1 × 77.5 mm, measured as height, width and depth, with a module weight of approximately 35.4 g. The operating temperature range is -20°C to +55°C, and the module is intended for installation within a suitable industrial enclosure.


What should be checked before ordering 1734-OB8?
Verify the exact catalog number 1734-OB8, hardware series, eight sourcing output channels, 24 VDC field supply, 1 A per-channel current limit, 3 A combined module limit, POINTBus power budget, compatible 1734 terminal base, output wiring assignments, network adapter compatibility, controller configuration, external circuit protection, inductive-load suppression and available installation space. When replacing an existing module, confirm that the application does not require the electronically protected 1734-OB8E version.

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