Description

5601‑RIO‑MCM Remote I/O Communication Module

Technical Specifications

• Product Model: 5601‑RIO‑MCM
• Brand: Allen‑Bradley
• Warranty: One Year
• Input Voltage: 5 V DC backplane supply from PLC rack
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C ~ +60 °C
• Storage Temperature: ‑40 °C ~ +85 °C
• Response Time: RIO bus cycle ≤2 ms
• Protection Class: IP20 rack‑mount plug‑in module
• Accuracy Class: PLC remote‑I/O communication grade
• Output Frequency: Not applicable
• Rated Current: 1.15 A @5 V DC backplane
• Communication: Remote I/O bus master / slave interface
• Function: Realizes data exchange between PLC main rack and remote I/O racks
• Diagnostics: Bus‑error counting, link‑fault detection, front‑panel LED indicators
• System Compatibility: Allen‑Bradley PLC‑5 series control system
• Certifications: CE
• Humidity: 5‑95 % RH, non‑condensing
• Weight: 0.41 kg
• Dimensions: Standard PLC‑5 single‑slot module footprint
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Product Overview

5601‑RIO‑MCM is remote‑I/O communication module for Allen‑Bradley PLC‑5 control platforms. It handles RIO bus data transmission between main CPU rack and distributed remote‑I/O racks, expanding system I/O coverage for large‑scale factory automation. Built‑in bus‑diagnostic functions monitor communication quality and report link failures to controller. This legacy PLC‑5 module is end‑of‑life; available as refurbished and new‑old‑stock spare parts for old‑production‑line control‑system maintenance.

Application Notes

‑ Occupies single slot in PLC‑5 backplane rack. ‑ Follow RIO bus cable‑length and termination‑resistor wiring specifications. ‑ Observe ESD precautions during module replacement. ‑ Typical deployment: traditional manufacturing production‑lines, process‑plant legacy PLC‑system spare‑part stocking.