The 1766-L32BWA is a MicroLogix 1400 Controller. Embedded within this device are three (3) types of communication ports. There is one (1) combo RS-232 / RS-485 port, one (1) Ethernet port, and one (1) isolated RS-232 port. There are several I/O channels on this drive. There are a total of twelve (12) fast input channels that support 24 volts direct current (DC). Furthermore, there are twelve (12) relay outputs and eight (8) normal outputs that support 24 volts direct current (DC).
The 1766-L32BWA weighs only 2 pounds. The shipping dimension of this module is 90 millimeters by 180 millimeters by 87 millimeters. It supports both DIN rail mounting and panel mounting. It requires a power supply of 100 to 240 volts alternating current (AC). It should be run within a frequency range of 47 to 63 hertz. When it comes to inrush current, this drive supports 40 amperes of current for 4 milliseconds, as well as 25 amperes for 8 milliseconds. It comes with a resolution of 12 bits. There are three different types of communication ports starting with one RS-232 port, one RS-485 port, and one Ethernet port.
This drive supports several communication protocols.