High-Speed Machine Control Solution – Allen-Bradley 1769-IQ16F | CompactLogix 1769 Series
The Allen-Bradley 1769-IQ16F is a 16-point, 24VDC fast digital input module engineered for the CompactLogix platform. Designed for applications where input response time is critical, this module delivers deterministic signal capture across all 16 channels — making it the preferred choice for motion-adjacent I/O, high-cycle machinery, and safety-adjacent sensing loops.
Where This Product Is Used
The 1769-IQ16F is deployed across a wide range of industrial environments where standard input modules cannot meet timing requirements:
- Packaging Machinery — High-speed proximity sensors on indexing conveyors and form-fill-seal machines require sub-millisecond input filtering to avoid missed counts.
- Automotive Assembly Lines — Part-present detection, clamp confirmation, and tooling position feedback on transfer lines with cycle times under 2 seconds.
- Printing & Converting Equipment — Web break detection and registration mark sensing where input latency directly impacts product quality.
- Robotics Integration — End-of-arm tooling feedback and gripper confirmation signals synchronized with servo motion profiles.
- Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Manufacturing — Validated control systems requiring traceable, repeatable input response for FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance environments.
- Material Handling & Sortation — Divert confirmation and photo-eye arrays on high-throughput sortation systems.
Technical Specifications
- SKU / Catalog Number: 1769-IQ16F
- Series: CompactLogix 1769
- Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
- Number of Inputs: 16 points
- Input Voltage: 24VDC
- Input Type: Fast (high-speed) digital input
- Input Filter Time: Configurable; fast filter mode available (≤ 0.1 ms typical)
- Commons: 2 commons (8 points per common)
- Backplane Current Draw: 100 mA @ 5VDC; 0 mA @ 24VDC
- Module Weight: Approx. 0.5 kg
- Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 60 °C (32 °F to 140 °F)
- Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 85 °C
- Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
- Enclosure Rating: Open type (requires enclosure)
- Agency Certifications: UL, CE, C-Tick
- Communication: Via CompactLogix backplane (no dedicated fieldbus required)
Why Engineers Specify This Model
- Fast Filter Mode — Unlike the standard 1769-IQ16, the IQ16F variant supports configurable input filter times as low as 0.1 ms, enabling reliable capture of short-duration pulses from encoders, proximity switches, and photoelectric sensors.
- Drop-in Compatibility — Mechanically and electrically compatible with all 1769 CompactLogix expansion slots; no special adapter or power budget recalculation required in most configurations.
- Diagnostic Transparency — Module-level diagnostics accessible via RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000 provide real-time input state, filter configuration confirmation, and fault annunciation.
- Reduced Wiring Complexity — 16 points in a single compact module slot reduces panel footprint and wiring labor versus discrete relay input cards.
- Proven Field Reliability — Widely deployed in OEM machine designs since the CompactLogix platform launch; extensive installed base with documented MTBF data available from Rockwell Automation.
Complete System Bill of Materials
For a typical CompactLogix system incorporating the 1769-IQ16F, engineers commonly specify the following complementary components:
- 1769-L30ER — CompactLogix 5370 L3 Controller (EtherNet/IP)
- 1769-OB16 — 16-Point 24VDC Digital Output Module
- 1769-IF4 — 4-Channel Analog Input Module
- 1769-PA2 — 2A Power Supply for 1769 Compact I/O
- 1769-ECR — Right End Cap / Terminator
- 1756-EN2T — ControlLogix EtherNet/IP Communication Module (for larger architectures)
- 20-HIM-A6 — PanelView Component HMI for operator interface
Compliance & Industry Standards
- UL Listed — UL 508 (Industrial Control Equipment)
- CE Marked — Compliant with EU Low Voltage Directive and EMC Directive
- RoHS Compliant — Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (EU 2011/65/EU)
- ATEX / IECEx — Not rated for hazardous locations; install in appropriate enclosure per NEC/CEC requirements
- ISO 13849 / IEC 62061 — Not a safety-rated module; for SIL/PLd applications, specify GuardLogix or 1791DS Safety I/O
Quality Assurance & Sourcing
Konmask.com sources the 1769-IQ16F through verified industrial distribution channels. Every unit offered is:
- Inspected for physical integrity, label authenticity, and firmware revision upon receipt
- Stored in ESD-safe, climate-controlled warehousing
- Shipped with original manufacturer packaging where available
- Traceable to lot and date code for warranty and compliance documentation
We do not source from grey-market or unverified secondary channels. Counterfeit Allen-Bradley modules are a known risk in the secondary market — our procurement process is designed to eliminate that risk for our customers.
How to Source This Part
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Application-Specific FAQ
Q: What is the difference between the 1769-IQ16 and the 1769-IQ16F?
A: The 1769-IQ16F adds a fast input filter mode (configurable down to ≈0.1 ms) versus the standard 1769-IQ16 which has a minimum filter time of 1 ms. For applications with high-frequency input signals or short-duration pulses, the IQ16F is the correct selection.
Q: Can the 1769-IQ16F be used with a MicroLogix controller?
A: No. The 1769 Compact I/O series is designed exclusively for CompactLogix controllers. MicroLogix systems use the 1762 (MicroLogix 1200) or 1769 Compact I/O is not directly compatible without a CompactLogix host.
Q: Is this module compatible with Studio 5000 Logix Designer?
A: Yes. The 1769-IQ16F is fully supported in Studio 5000 Logix Designer v21 and later. Add-On Profiles (AOPs) are available from the Rockwell Automation Product Compatibility and Download Center (PCDC).
Q: What sensor types are compatible with the 1769-IQ16F inputs?
A: The module accepts standard 24VDC sourcing (PNP) or sinking (NPN) sensors depending on wiring configuration. Refer to publication 1769-UM006 for detailed wiring diagrams.
Q: Does Konmask.com provide a warranty on this module?
A: Yes. We offer a 12-month warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty claims are processed within 5 business days of receipt of the returned unit.
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