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Efficient robot automation with IO-Link

IO-Link masters and devices

Efficient robot automation with IO-Link

Modern robot systems require a large number of sensors, especially in the robot arm. However, the number must be limited in order to ensure sufficient motion and minimize energy consumption. Complex cabling with multiple cables makes high efficiency difficult. With IO-Link, these hurdles are a thing of the past. A standard M12 connector is sufficient to guarantee the robot's function. Special connectors are no longer necessary, as I/O modules and valve terminals can be easily linked, reducing complexity.

Features

  • Connect using commercially available, unshielded cables according to industry standard
  • Plug-and-play integration of IO-Link sensors and devices
  • IO-Link master for all important industrial network protocols
  • IO-Link sensors including capacitive, inductive, photoelectronic, magnetic, pressure and temperature sensors

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Interface
Profinet
Interface IIoT
REST API
Auxiliary interfaces
8x IO-Link
Port-class
Type A
Output current max.
4 A
Fast Start-Up (FSU)
yes
Operating voltage Ub
18...30.2 VDC
Connection (COM 1)
M12x1-Female, 4-pin, D-coded
Connection (COM 2)
M12x1-Female, 4-pin, D-coded
Connection (supply voltage IN)
M12x1-Male, 5-pin, L-coded
Connection (supply voltage OUT)
M12x1-Female, 5-pin, L-coded
Connection slots
8x M12x1-Female, 5-pin, A-coded
Digital inputs
16x PNP, Type 3
Digital outputs
16x PNP
Configurable inputs/outputs
yes
Current sum US, sensor
16 A
Current sum UA, actuator
16 A
Housing material
Die-cast zinc, nickel-plated
Dimension
68 x 31.7 x 224 mm
Ambient temperature
-5...70 °C
IP rating
IP67
IO-Link version
1.1
Safety Hub Support
yes
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Downloads

  • Industry brochure industrial robotics