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Brand: Allen-Bradley
Allen-Bradley 5069-IB8S Compact 5000 Safety Sinking Input Module
Description
An eight-point safety input module rated up to SIL 3 and PLe
The Allen-Bradley 5069-IB8S is a Compact 5000 safety sinking input module with 8 safety input channels, 2 test outputs and 2 test or muting outputs. It connects emergency stops, safety gates, light curtains and similar devices to a safety controller over the Compact 5000 backplane.
The manufacturer rates the module for SIL CL 3, PLe and Category 4, with a safety reaction time of 6 ms. Actual suitability depends on the sensor, the wiring method and the safety project, so the safety assessment must be done for each application.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Catalog number | 5069-IB8S (5069-IB8SK conformal coated) |
| Safety inputs | 8 channels, safety sinking, 12/24 V DC |
| Test outputs | 2 test outputs and 2 test/muting outputs |
| Safety rating | SIL CL 3, PLe, Cat. 4 |
| Safety reaction time | 6 ms |
| On-state voltage | 10 to 32 V DC; 24 V DC nominal |
| On-state current | 1.8 to 2.2 mA; 2 mA nominal |
| Off-state voltage / current, max | 5 V DC / 1.5 mA |
| Input delay | 0 to 50 ms; default 0 ms |
| Test output current | 0.3 A per channel; 1.2 A per group and module |
| Test output pulse | Under 700 us wide; period under 100 ms |
| MOD power | 75 mA at 18-32 V DC |
| Power dissipation, max | 3.5 W |
| Temperature, operating | 0 to +60 C horizontal; 50 C in other orientations |
| Isolation | 250 V continuous, basic insulation |
| Dimensions / weight | 144.6 x 22 x 105.4 mm / 175 g |
| Slot width | 1 |
| Terminal block | 5069-RTB18-SPRING or 5069-RTB18-SCREW, ordered separately |
Wiring methods
The technical data shows single-channel wiring with a qualified sensor, a light curtain with OSSD outputs and a muting lamp arrangement. For the sensor case the module is suitable up to Category 3 when specific requirements are met, and up to Category 4 with a light curtain. Even-numbered inputs should be connected to even-numbered test outputs for diagnostic independence.
Power and system notes
The module uses DC SA power and must be on a DC SA bus, separated from AC-type modules by a 5069-FPD. Do not exceed 5 A passthrough in mounting orientations other than horizontal, where the 50 C ambient derating applies. It is for use with a safety controller such as the Compact GuardLogix 5380. Confirm requirements against the manufacturer data.
A safety input module only forms part of a safety function. The complete loop, including the sensor, the safety controller program and the output device, must be validated against ISO 13849-1 or IEC 62061 as required for the machine. The data sheet notes that diagnostic testing is needed to reach the higher ratings, and it recommends the Safety Pulse Test configuration to detect short circuits to 24 V DC. Safety input pairs must be associated with different test output sources.
Input filter time is 0 to 50 ms and defaults to 0 ms, so set it according to contact bounce.
Related Allen-Bradley products: Allen-Bradley 5069-IB16 Compact 5000 16-Channel 24V DC Sink Input Module, Allen-Bradley 5069-IA16 Compact 5000 16-Point AC Input Module, Allen-Bradley 5069-OF4 Compact 5000 Analog Output Module, Allen-Bradley 5069-OB16F Compact 5000 Fast DC Output Module, Allen-Bradley 5069-OW16 Compact 5000 Relay Output Module and Allen-Bradley 5069-IF8 Compact 5000 8-Channel Analog Input.
Documents and quotation
The linked technical data covers Compact 5000 I/O modules, including safety modules. See related products in the PLC & I/O Cards category. Send the catalog number and quantity to Seven Star LLC, an independent supplier in Muscat, to request a quotation.
Datasheets & Documents
- Technical data Rockwell Automation Compact 5000 I/O Modules Specifications, publication 5069-TD001 Download
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About brand
Allen-Bradley is the brand of Rockwell Automation for industrial control: ControlLogix and CompactLogix controllers, I/O systems, PanelView operator terminals, PowerFlex drives, motor control and industrial network equipment. The company began in Milwaukee in 1903, when Lynde Bradley and Dr. Stanton Allen formed the Compression Rheostat Company to make the motor speed controller Bradley had invented in 1901. It took the name Allen-Bradley in 1909 and was bought by Rockwell International in 1985. Since 2001 its owner has been Rockwell Automation, which is still headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Allen-Bradley company profile
| Founded | 1903, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, as the Compression Rheostat Company |
|---|---|
| Founders | Lynde Bradley (inventor of the compression rheostat, 1901) and Dr. Stanton Allen (investor); Harry Bradley joined in 1904 |
| Name | Allen-Bradley Company from 1909 |
| Ownership | Acquired by Rockwell International in 1985 for about USD 1.65 billion; a brand of Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) since 2001 |
| Headquarters | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA |
| Product families | Logix programmable automation controllers (ControlLogix, CompactLogix), legacy SLC 500 and MicroLogix PLCs, Micro800 controllers, POINT, FLEX and Compact I/O, PanelView HMIs, PowerFlex AC drives, contactors, motor starters and soft starters, safety components, Stratix Ethernet switches |
Milestones
- 1901: Lynde Bradley invents the compression rheostat to control the speed of electric motors.
- 1903: The Compression Rheostat Company is formed in Milwaukee with an initial investment of USD 1,000.
- 1904: Harry Bradley joins; a crane controller is shown at the St. Louis World's Fair.
- 1909: The company is renamed Allen-Bradley.
- 1985: Rockwell International acquires Allen-Bradley.
- 2001: Rockwell Automation becomes the company's name; the Allen-Bradley brand marks 100 years in 2003.
Reading Allen-Bradley catalogue numbers
The first digits of an Allen-Bradley catalogue number identify the platform, which tells you what is compatible with what. 1756 is ControlLogix (chassis-based, used for large process and plant control), 1769 is CompactLogix 5370 with Compact I/O, 5069 is CompactLogix 5380 with Compact 5000 I/O, 1734 is POINT I/O, 1794 and 5094 are FLEX and FLEX 5000 distributed I/O, 1746 and 1747 belong to the older SLC 500 family, 1766 is MicroLogix 1400 and 2080 is Micro800. For drives, 25B is PowerFlex 525 and 22B is PowerFlex 40; in a code such as 25B-D010N114, "D" means 380–480 V, "010" is the output current rating, and N114 instead of N104 means the drive has an integrated EMC filter. Many plants in the region still run SLC 500 and older MicroLogix systems, which Rockwell has discontinued, so exact spares and migration to CompactLogix are both common requests.
Where Allen-Bradley products are used
In Oman and the GCC, Allen-Bradley controllers and drives run on oil and gas facilities, water treatment and pumping stations, cement, food and beverage and packaging plants, and on machines supplied by American OEMs. ControlLogix is often the platform for plant control systems, while PowerFlex drives are used on pumps, fans and conveyors.
Allen-Bradley products we list
| Family | Examples |
|---|---|
| ControlLogix | 1756-L85E, 1756-EN2T, 1756-EN2TR, 1756-IF16, 1756-IB32, 1756-PA75, 1756-A10 |
| CompactLogix and Micro controllers | 5069-L320ER, 5069-L340ERM, 1769-L33ER, 1769-L16ER, MicroLogix 1400, Micro820, SLC 500 (1746) |
| Distributed I/O | 1734-AENTR, 1734-IB8, 1734-IE2C, 1734-IB8S safety, 1794-AENTR, 5094-AENTR, 5069-IF8 |
| Operator terminals | PanelView Plus 7 10-inch, PanelView Plus 7 15-inch, PanelView 800, PanelView 5310 |
| Drives, motor control and networking | PowerFlex 525, PowerFlex 755, PowerFlex 4, 150-A180NBD SMC, Stratix 2000, 1783-NATR |
Ordering Allen-Bradley products: what we need
Send the full catalogue number and the series letter from the label (for example 1756-EN2T Series D), because firmware and compatibility can change between series. For drives, add the motor power, voltage and filter option. For a discontinued SLC 500 or MicroLogix part, tell us whether you need the exact spare or a migration proposal.
Facts checked against Rockwell Automation's published company history, October 2026.
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FAQ
Questions about the Allen-Bradley 5069-IB8S Compact 5000 Safety Sinking
Answers from our engineering team on installation, compatibility and integration.
01What does the 5069-IB8S do?
It brings eight safety sinking inputs into a Compact 5000 system.
02What safety rating is listed?
SIL CL 3, PLe and Category 4.
03What is the safety reaction time?
6 ms.
04Can it supply test outputs?
Yes, it has 2 test outputs and 2 test or muting outputs.
05Which terminal blocks does it use?
5069-RTB18-SPRING or 5069-RTB18-SCREW, ordered separately.
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