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I/O Blocks

Rockwell launches the Allen Bradley® ArmorBlock 5000™ I/O blocks designed to operate in a wide range of temperatures and offer up to IP69K protection for high-speed applications in harsh environments.

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They are available in three industry-standard power variants to meet different regional needs.

Manufacturers can deploy and maintain smart automation more efficiently with Rockwell’s ArmorBlock 5000 I/O solution. Featuring integrated IO-Link capabilities, machine design complexity is reduced through simpler device configuration and better integration with Allen‑Bradley controllers. Users can speed up project development with the common tag structure and configuration workflows in the intuitive Studio 5000 Logix Designer® environment.

Optimized for On-Machine use, the high-performance ArmorBlock 5000 I/O blocks enable quicker installation, commissioning and troubleshooting, which will reduce downtime.

These scalable blocks provide a high degree of flexibility with up to eight IO-Link channels that includes four IO-Link Class A and four Class B ports. The ability to control high current devices and improve connectivity can help drive machine performance and productivity.


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