The Allen-Bradley 1771-IBN is a versatile 24VDC discrete input module designed for seamless integration within the bulletin 1771 product family, supporting source-switching devices such as dry-contact switches and electro-mechanical transmitters. It features thirty-two input channels with an operational voltage range of 10-30VDC and a signal delay of 6 ms, ensuring swift and reliable data capture. This module offers 32 LED status indicators for real-time monitoring, provides robust optoelectrical isolation to safeguard system circuits from transients, and includes input filtering to mitigate electrical noise. With its space-efficient design and modular capabilities, it directly interfaces with a PLC data table for precise control and is complemented by the 1771-WN wiring arm for effortless module replacement without disconnecting wiring.