The Allen-Bradley 1794-IB8 is a FLEX I/O digital DC input module designed for industrial control applications. This module provides 8 sinking input points, operating at a nominal voltage of 24V DC. It is part of the versatile FLEX I/O system, which allows for a modular and distributed I/O architecture, reducing wiring costs and simplifying system expansion. The 1794-IB8 is engineered for reliability and is compatible with various terminal base units, making it a flexible solution for connecting sensors, switches, and other digital devices to a control system.