Allen-Bradley – 1768-L45 CompactLogix L45 3MB Memory Controller
Discontinued by Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley — we can still source the original 1768-L45 (new, used or refurbished, subject to availability). Request a quote below.
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Quick facts
| Availability | Confirmed on request |
| Category | CompactLogix 1768/1769 & Legacy Logix |
| Lifecycle | Discontinued |
| Warranty | 12-month (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished) |
Shipping & availability
Can I still buy the 1768-L45 now that it is discontinued?
Yes. Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley has discontinued the 1768-L45, but sourcing discontinued parts is what PartnerPLC specialises in — new old stock, used and refurbished units. Request a quote and we'll confirm availability, condition and lead time.
When can 1768-L45 be shipped?
1768-L45 is sourced on request — request a quote and we'll confirm the exact availability and shipping timeline for this specific unit.
Can I pick up 1768-L45 in person?
Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.
Is express delivery available?
Yes — mention it when you request a quote for 1768-L45 and we'll include express shipping options in our reply.
My factory is down and I need this urgently — can you help?
For a critical breakdown, contact us directly at +31 (0)50-7110348 or sales@partnerplc.com — we can look into same-day courier or dedicated taxi/hotshot delivery for 1768-L45, subject to availability and destination.
Allen-Bradley 1768-L45 — CompactLogix L45 3MB Memory Controller. Discontinued by Rockwell Automation on June 30, 2020. PartnerPLC supplies new, surplus and discontinued Allen-Bradley parts — request a quote for price, condition and lead time.
Specifications
Product
| Lifecycle | Discontinued |
| Discontinued date | June 30, 2020 |
| Replacement category (Rockwell) | Engineering Replacement |
| Repair options available | Yes |
Specifications
| Communication | RS232 |
| Height | 131.6mm, 5.18" |
| Isolation | 3 V (continuous), functional insulation type, Type tested at 5V AC @ 6s; RS-232 to system |
| Memory | 3 MB |
| 1768 current draw | 5.6A @ 5V DC |
| 1769 current draw | 2.0A @ 5V DC |
| Available user memory | 3 MB |
| Backplane current draw | 2.0A @ 24V DC |
| Communication bus | RS-232 |
| Communication medium copper | true |
| Communication medium fibre optic | false |
| Communication medium wireless | false |
| Communication ports | RS-232, Fully isolated, 38.4 Kbps max |
| Communications protocol | Other |
| Conducted RF immunity | 10V rms with 1 kHz sine-wave 80% AM from 150 kHz...80 MHz |
| Depth | 121.1 mm |
| DIN-rail mounting | true |
| EFT/B immunity | ±4kV @ 5kHz on communication ports |
| Emissions | CISPR 11 (IEC 61000-6-4) |
| Enclosure type rating | None (open-style) |
| ESD immunity | 6 kV contact discharges, 8 kV air discharges |
| Expandable | true |
| Failsafe model | false |
| Height | 131.1 mm |
| Isolation voltage | 30V (continuous), functional insulation type, Type tested at 500V AC @ 60s, RS-232 to system |
| LED indicator inputs | false |
| LED indicator outputs | false |
| Module expansion capacity | Two 1768 modules, Sixteen 1769 modules |
| Module location | DIN rail or panel mount |
| Number of 1768 communication modules, max | 2 |
| Number of 1768 modules, max | 4 |
| Number of 1768 motion modules, max | 4 |
| Number of 1769 I/O modules, max | 30 |
| Number of I/O banks, max | 3 |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C |
| Panel-mounting screw torque | 1.16 Nm (10 in-lb) - use M4 or #8 screws |
| Power consumption | 48 W |
| Power dissipation | 8.3 W |
| Power supply | 1768-PA3, 1768-PB3 |
| Power supply distance rating | 4 modules |
| Programming languages | Relay ladder, Structured text, Function block, Sequential function Chart |
| Protection for local controls | false |
| Radiated RF immunity | 10 V/m with 1 kHz sine-wave 80% AM from 80...2000 MHz, 10 V/m with 200 Hz 50% Pulse 100% AM @ 900 MHz, 10 V/m with 200 Hz 50% Pulse 100% AM @ 1890 MHz, 3 V/m with 1 kHz sine-wave 80% AM from 2000...2700 MHz |
| Relative humidity | 5...95% noncondensing |
| Serial cable | 1756-CP3 or 1747-CP3, right angle connector to controller, straight to serial port, 3 m |
| Shock | Operating: 30 G |
| Slot width | 1 |
| Standard applications available | true |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C |
| Suitable for front mounting | true |
| Surge transient immunity | ±2 kV line-earth (CM) on communication ports |
| Surrounding air temperature, max | 60 °C |
| Total 1768 and 1769 current draw | 7.6A @ 5V DC |
| Vibration | 5 G @ 10...500 Hz |
| Voltage type | DC |
| Weight, approx | 0.34 kg |
| Width | 56.4 mm |
| Wire category | 2 - on communication ports |
| With base plate | false |
| With display | false |
| With PC connection | true |
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