Rockwell Automation CompactLogix series

Installation Instructions
CompactLogix Controllers
Catalog Numbers 1768-L43, 1768-L43S, 1768-L45, 1768-L45S
Topic Page
Important User Information 2
About CompactLogix Controllers 6
Verify Compatibility 6
Required System Components 7
Clearance Requirements 7
Module Placement 8
Install the Controller 9
Panel Mount the Controller 10
Mount the Controller on a DIN Rail 10
Confirm the Installation 13
Connect to the Controller 14
Configure a Communication Driver 14
Insert or Remove a CompactFlash Card 18
Install Controller Firmware 18
Remove a 1768 or 1769 Module from the DIN Rail 21
Status Indicators 23
Safety Status Indicators (1768-L43S and 1768-L45S Controllers only) 25
Clear a Major Fault 26
Clear a Nonrecoverable Fault 27
Troubleshoot a Nonresponsive Module 27
Troubleshoot System Power 28
Specifications 32
Additional Resources 36

Rockwell Automation CompactLogix series Specifications

General

Controller Type	Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
Processor	Various, depending on model (e.g., ARM-based)
I/O Modules	Digital, Analog, Specialty modules
Communication Ports	EtherNet/IP, USB, Serial
Programming Software	Studio 5000 Logix Designer
Programming Language	Ladder Diagram (LD), Structured Text (ST), Function Block Diagram (FBD), Sequential Function Chart (SFC)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Power Supply	24V DC
Mounting	DIN rail
Redundancy	Available in certain models
Safety	Some CompactLogix controllers are safety-rated for use in safety-related applications (e.g., SIL 2, SIL 3)
Certifications	CE, UL, IEC

Summary

Important User Information

WARNING

Information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion or lead to personal injury or death.

IMPORTANT

Information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product.

ATTENTION

Information about practices that can lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.

SHOCK HAZARD

BURN HAZARD

Install the Controller

Connect to the Controller

Configure a Communication Driver

Configure a Serial Driver

Configure an EtherNetIP Driver

Set the Communication Path to the Controller

Install Controller Firmware

Clear a Major Fault

Clear a Nonrecoverable Fault

Troubleshoot a Nonresponsive Module

Troubleshoot System Power