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Allen-Bradley 1756-L8SP ControlLogix Processor

Allen-Bradley 1756-L8SP GuardLogix 5580 safety partner, Redundant safety partner module that pairs with a GuardLogix 5580 primary controller to achieve SIL 3 / PLe. NJT Automation offers mail-in repair for the 1756-L8SP with a 1-year warranty; replacement pricing is available on request.

Mail-in repair available now. Returned with a 1-year warranty. Replacement pricing on request.

Request Replacement QuoteRequest Repair QuoteEstimated $1,440.00
Part Number1756-L8SP
Price
On Request
Previously sold for $749.99 - $1,699.99 USDAvailability and condition determine final quote.
DescriptionGuardLogix 5580 safety partner.
Shipping
UPS Ground included | Next-Day Air and Worldwide Shipping available at checkout
Warranty
1-year full-function warranty provided by NJT Automation.
Warranty details
Included
1 year, full-function
2 years
+15% of product price ($157.50)
3 years
+25% of product price ($262.50)
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Returns
90-day free returns. View return policy
Exchange

Send us your defective 1756-L8SP after your purchase for a 10% core credit. We also purchase old or damaged parts outright.

Availability
Sourced on request

We do not have a 1756-L8SP on the shelf right now. We can source one through our supplier network; request a quote and we confirm availability, price and lead time before you commit.

Sourcing

Sourced through our Level 1 network of vetted US suppliers. Each unit is checked before it ships and carries the same NJT warranty and return policy as our own stock. Quotes within one hour during business hours; typical delivery 3–5 business days, next-day air available. Sourced parts are not available for local pickup.

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Repairs

1756-L8SP Mail-In Repair Service

Estimated: $1,440.00

Part Number Decoder

GuardLogix 5580 safety partner
1756L8SP

Redundant safety partner module that pairs with a GuardLogix 5580 primary controller to achieve SIL 3 / PLe.

1756
BulletinControlLogix: Rockwell Automation's chassis-based control platform (controllers, I/O, communication modules, power supplies and chassis).
L8SP
Module typeSafety partner for GuardLogix 5580 controllers: the second, redundant processor that lifts a safety system to SIL 3 / PLe.
Decoded from the Rockwell Automation catalog-number structure. Series and firmware revision are printed on the product label, not encoded here.

Series & Revisions

No series in stock today; request a series above.

Series notes: Logix keys on catalog number and firmware revision, not series; with the default Compatible Module keying, any series of the same catalog number is accepted in the slot.

Intended Use

Designed for SIL 3 / PLe integrated machine safety applications. Paired with a GuardLogix primary controller, the safety partner lets one chassis handle both standard control and safety-rated functions such as e-stops, light curtains, guard-door interlocks and safe-speed monitoring on presses, robot cells, palletizers and conveyors.

Physical Data

Weight and DimensionsWeight0.87 lb (0.39 kg)H × W × D5.7 × 1.4 × 5.7 in. (145 × 35 × 145 mm)
Weight0.39 kg (0.87 lb)
Typical unit weight
Dimensions (H × W × D)145 × 35 × 145 mm (5.7 × 1.4 × 5.7 in.)
Single-slot controller module
Shipping Weight0.92 kg (2.03 lb)
Estimated: unit weight plus box and packing material; bills as 3 lb
Shipping Box (L × W × H)12 × 12 × 8 in. (305 × 305 × 203 mm)
Smallest standard box fitting the product with 3 in. cushioning per side
Product weight and dimensions are typical manufacturer-published values and may differ by series or option. Shipping box and weight are estimates for freight planning; the packed unit may ship in a different box.

Datasheet

Datasheet available for download
Generated from product specifications; not an official Allen-Bradley datasheet. For an official datasheet, contact Allen-Bradley or an authorized distributor.

Allen Bradley Information

Technical SpecificationsLifecycle status
LifecycleActive
Verify current status with the manufacturer.
CategoryControlLogix
Part Number1756-L8SP
ManufacturerAllen-Bradley

Previously sold 1756-L8SP

3 sold

NJT Automation has supplied and shipped 3 1756-L8SP GuardLogix 5580 safety partners in 2024; request a quote and we will source another from our supplier network.

Sold
3 in 2024
Series
B × 3
Allen-Bradley 1756-L8SP Unused surplus (open box) - previously sold by NJT AutomationSold

2021 Allen Bradley 1756-L8SP /B GuardLogix 5580 L8 Safety Partner - Open

$1,699.99 USD

Unused surplus (open box)

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Can the 1756-L8SP be repaired?

Yes. NJT Automation repairs the 1756-L8SP by mail-in: diagnostic evaluation, component-level repair and a functional test, backed by a 1-year full-function warranty.

NJT managed repair. No evaluation fee; no repair, no charge. Prepaid UPS label both ways, $650 minimum, rush available. 1-year full-function warranty included, 2- and 3-year options.

Get a repair quoteor text photos and symptoms to (414) 331-5954

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Common failures

Failure patterns we regularly see on GuardLogix 5580 safety partner hardware like the 1756-L8SP:

  • Safety partner will not pair with the primary controller: safety task faults or a red OK LED at power-up
  • Partner lost after a power event, forcing the GuardLogix pair back to a safety-unlocked state
  • Backplane connector damage from repeated insertion in the slot beside the primary
  • Dead module after chassis power-supply ripple or overvoltage on the backplane

Photos by NJT Automation; test videos from NJT or network repair technicians.

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The Allen-Bradley 1756-L8SP is a GuardLogix 5580 safety partner: Redundant safety partner module that pairs with a GuardLogix 5580 primary controller to achieve SIL 3 / PLe.
The 1756-L8SP is available in Unused surplus / Refurbished / Used condition. We can quote this part in unused surplus, refurbished, or used condition depending on availability and your preference. Specify your requirement in the RFQ.
At NJT Automation, 3 1756-L8SP GuardLogix 5580 safety partners have sold in 2024 for $750 – $1,700. None are in stock at the moment; request a quote for current pricing, or have your GuardLogix 5580 safety partner repaired for an estimated $1,440.
The 1756-L8SP is sourced on request. Request a quote and we'll confirm availability and lead time, typically a few business days.
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Product Condition & Warranty

Products sold by NJT Automation may be surplus inventory, discontinued models, older series, or units with earlier manufacturing date codes than those currently available from the OEM or its authorized distribution network. As NJT Automation is not an authorized distributor, manufacturer warranties, support programs, and other OEM services may not apply. Any warranty provided is solely that of NJT Automation, where applicable.

Firmware & Software Licensing

Certain programmable logic controllers (PLCs), drives, HMIs, and other electronic products may require firmware to operate. While some products may include firmware, NJT Automation makes no representations or warranties regarding whether firmware is installed, the firmware version or revision level, its compatibility with your application, or its licensing status.

NJT Automation does not provide, obtain, transfer, or license firmware on behalf of customers. We make no representation regarding your ability or legal right to obtain, download, install, or use firmware from the OEM, its authorized distributors, or any other source. It is the customer's sole responsibility to ensure compliance with all applicable End User License Agreements (EULAs), software licenses, intellectual property rights, and other terms governing the acquisition, installation, and use of firmware.