| User Memory | 8 MB (standard), 3 MB (safety) | 
| I/O Memory | 478 KB | 
| Optional Nonvolatile Memory | 1784-CF64 or 1784-CF128 CompactFlash card | 
| Backplane Current Load | 1.2 A @ 5.1 V DC, 14 mA @ 24 V DC | 
| Power Dissipation | 3.5 W maximum | 
| Processor | 32-bit ControlLogix processor | 
| Tasks | 32 tasks (standard), 1 safety task, 100 programs per task, event tasks supported | 
| Communication Ports | 1 RS-232 port (DB-9 connector) | 
| Communication Protocols | Serial (DF1, DH-485, ASCII), supports ControlNet, DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP, DH+ with additional modules | 
| Maximum I/O Connections | 250 connections | 
| Maximum Local I/O Modules | 16 (single slot) | 
| Maximum Controllers per Chassis | 8 | 
| Safety Integrity Level | Up to SIL 3, Cat. 4 with 1756-LSP safety partner | 
| Isolation | 30 V (continuous), basic insulation type, RS-232 to backplane | 
| Terminal Connections | 9-pin RS-232 connector (1756-CP3 serial cable recommended) | 
| Wire Size | 0.2–2.5 mm² (22–14 AWG) for serial cable | 
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) | 
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F) | 
| Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) | 
| Vibration Tolerance | 2 G @ 10–500 Hz | 
| Shock Tolerance | 30 G (operating), 50 G (non-operating) | 
| Dimensions | 145 mm x 35 mm x 140 mm (5.71 in x 1.38 in x 5.51 in) | 
| Weight | 0.35 kg (0.77 lb) | 
| Standards Compliance | CE, UL, CSA (Class I, Div 2, Groups A, B, C, D), FM, RCM | 
| Certifications | TUV certified for functional safety (SIL 3) | 
| Battery | 1756-BA1, 1756-BATM, or 1756-BA2 |