{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1756-l81ep-plc-controller","title":"Allen-Bradley 1756-L81EP PLC Controller","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:100%;margin:0 auto;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#1a1a1a;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 12px;color:#1a1a1a;\" class=\"desc-model-title\"\u003eAllen-Bradley 1756-L81EP ControlLogix 5580 Process Controller, 3MB User Memory, PlantPAx\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1756-L81EP\u003c\/strong\u003e is ControlLogix 5580E standard process controller built on Rockwell Logix5000 PlantPAx platform, without conformal coating. It features 3 MB user memory, integrated 1Gigabit EtherNet\/IP port, local USB 2.0 programming port, 4-character alpha\/numeric front LED display. Optimized with native PlantPAx process instruction set and dedicated process tasking model, supporting up to 100 EtherNet\/IP devices and total 128,000 I\/O points for standard indoor process automation environments. Lifecycle: End of Life, discontinuation date Dec 31,2026, direct replacement is 1756-L81EPXT. Technical data sourced from official Rockwell Automation ControlLogix 5580 datasheet. Supplied by SHLY-PLC, an independent industrial automation distributor; each unit undergoes visual inspection and functional testing before shipment. Contact our team for compatibility verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.3;margin:22px 0 10px;padding:0 0 6px;border-bottom:2px solid #cc0000;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:6px 0 14px 20px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1756-L81EP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e ControlLogix 5580 Process Controller, Logix5000 \/ PlantPAx Platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser Memory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 MB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConformal Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0°C to +60°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmbedded Communication:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x Gigabit EtherNet\/IP port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB 2.0 full-speed programming port (temporary local use only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-character alpha\/numeric LED display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax EtherNet\/IP Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Total I\/O Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTask Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 tasks optimized for PlantPAx process control (1 continuous + periodic \/ event tasks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Volatile Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with SD card (1784-SD1 \/ 1784-SD2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e End of Life, discontinued Dec 31, 2026; direct replacement:1756-L81EPXT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e PlantPAx process control for standard indoor industrial process sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.3;margin:22px 0 10px;padding:0 0 6px;border-bottom:2px solid #cc0000;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666666;margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eOfficial Rockwell Automation ControlLogix 5580 Process Data\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;table-layout:fixed;margin:6px 0 18px;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#cc0000;color:#ffffff;padding:7px 11px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;font-weight:700;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:42%;padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003eCatalog Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003e1756-L81EP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd 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#e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003e0°C ~ +60°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:42%;padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003eIntegrated Network\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003e1 x Gigabit EtherNet\/IP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:42%;padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003eLocal Programming Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003eUSB 2.0 Type B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:42%;padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003eMax Total I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003e128,000 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:42%;padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003ePower Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003e6.2 W (21.2 BTU\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:42%;padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003eFront Display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003e4-character alpha\/numeric LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:42%;padding:7px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid 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#e6e8eb;background:#fafbfc;color:#333333;font-weight:600;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word;\"\u003ecULus, CE, C-Tick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;color:#990000;background:#fef0f0;border-left:3px solid #cc0000;padding:9px 12px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel note:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1756-L81EP is standard PlantPAx process controller, no conformal coating, operating 0~60°C. Its XT wide-temperature coated counterpart is 1756-L81EPXT. Lifecycle: EOL, discontinued Dec 31,2026; direct replacement 1756-L81EPXT. This is NOT safety GuardLogix controller. Programming software: Studio5000 Logix Designer V33+ with PlantPAx library.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.4;margin:14px 0 3px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Cross-References\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e1756-L81EP works with standard ControlLogix 1756 chassis, 1756 power supplies, standard 1756 I\/O modules. Optimized for PlantPAx distributed process control over EtherNet\/IP. This listing is provided by an independent industrial automation distributor; brand names and part numbers are used for product identification only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.3;margin:22px 0 10px;padding:0 0 6px;border-bottom:2px solid #cc0000;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:6px 0 14px 20px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePlantPAx distributed process control in oil \u0026amp; gas, chemical, water \/ wastewater plants (indoor clean cabinet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBatch control, PID, analog loop control for standard indoor manufacturing environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFood \u0026amp; beverage, life science process automation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpare replacement for legacy PlantPAx systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.3;margin:22px 0 10px;padding:0 0 6px;border-bottom:2px solid #cc0000;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:6px 0 14px 20px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e EOL model, limited surplus stock available; contact us for real-time stock status.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInspection \u0026amp; testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e each unit is visually inspected and functionally checked before packing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e orders are processed within 2-4 business days after payment confirmation; standard worldwide delivery is about 5-8 business days, express shipping available, orders over $500 ship free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-month seller warranty provided by SHLY-PLC. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/return-policy\"\u003eReturn Policy\u003c\/a\u003e for coverage and claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;color:#555555;background:#f7f7f8;border-left:3px solid #cc0000;padding:9px 12px 0 12px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003eIndependent supplier: Allen-Bradley part 1756-L81EP is supplied by SHLY-PLC, an independent industrial automation distributor. Brand names and part numbers are used for product identification and remain the property of their respective owners; this listing is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by the manufacturer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.3;margin:22px 0 10px;padding:0 0 6px;border-bottom:2px solid #cc0000;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.4;margin:14px 0 3px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eQ: What is Allen-Bradley 1756-L81EP?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eA: ControlLogix 5580 PlantPAx process controller, 3MB memory, no conformal coating, 0~60°C operating temperature, EOL, direct replacement 1756-L81EPXT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.4;margin:14px 0 3px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eQ: What is difference between L81EP and L81EPXT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eA: 1756-L81EP: uncoated, 0~60°C. 1756-L81EPXT: conformal coated, wide temperature -25~70°C XT version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.4;margin:14px 0 3px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eQ: What software supports this controller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eA: Studio5000 Logix Designer version 33.04 or newer with PlantPAx library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.4;margin:14px 0 3px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eQ: Is 1756-L81EP a safety controller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eA: No, it is standard PlantPAx process controller. For safety logic, use GuardLogix safety models such as 1756-L81ES \/ L81ESK \/ L81ESXT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12px;color:#888888;text-align:center;margin:18px 0 4px;\"\u003e1756-L81EP · Technical reference data · Independently supplied by SHLY-PLC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":70974139105533,"sku":"1756-L81EP","price":3986.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/5665\/3309\/files\/1756-L81EP.jpg?v=1792122548","url":"https:\/\/shly-plc.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1756-l81ep-plc-controller","provider":"SHLY-PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}