Control architecture in secondary packaging
SECONDARY PACKAGING
In modern packaging machines, the control architecture has a decisive impact on performance, flexibility and long‑term scalability. Traditional point‑to‑point wiring and mixed interfaces increase system complexity, extend commissioning times and raise the risk of errors.
An IO‑Link‑based control architecture provides a standardized, digital communication layer between sensors, actuators and the control system. By replacing complex wiring with intelligent, parameterizable devices and unified communication, IO‑Link enables a consistent machine architecture across secondary packaging operations. Real‑time data, diagnostics and parameterization help reduce commissioning time, improve machine availability and support predictive maintenance strategies.
Key benefits
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Simplified wiring and machine design
IO‑Link replaces multiple individual connections with standardized M12 cabling, reducing wiring effort, installation time and potential sources of error. -
Faster commissioning and changeovers
Sensor parameters can be set, stored and restored digitally via IO‑Link, enabling quick device replacement and recipe‑based format changes without manual adjustment. -
Unified and scalable architecture
A standardized IO‑Link interface allows entry‑level and advanced machines to share the same control concept, simplifying engineering and supporting future upgrades. -
Advanced diagnostics and transparency
Continuous access to sensor data and diagnostic information enables faster troubleshooting, improved process stability and the foundation for predictive maintenance strategies. -
Improved OEE and lifecycle efficiency
Reduced downtime, faster setup and data‑driven operation directly contribute to higher overall equipment effectiveness and lower total cost of ownership.
IO-Link hubs
Network modules with multiprotocol
Network modules with multiprotocol
IO-Link hubs
IO-Link hubs
IO-Link hubs
- Interface
- IO-Link 1.1.4
- Operating voltage Ub
- 18...30.2 VDC
- Connection (COM 1)
- M12x1-Male, 4-pin, A-coded
- Connection slots
- 8x M12x1-Female, 5-pin, A-coded
- Digital inputs
- 16x PNP/NPN, Type 1, Type 3
- Digital outputs
- 16x PNP
- Configurable inputs/outputs
- PNP: Yes, NPN: No
- Extension port
- yes
- Single-channel monitoring
- yes
- Additional function
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Vibration
Internal temperature
Device discovery - Current sum US, sensor
- 2 A
- Switching current
- 16x 2 A
- Current sum UA, actuator
- 4 A
- Housing material
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PBT GF30
inserts: stainless steel, 1.4404 - Dimension
- 68 x 38.3 x 183.5 mm
- Ambient temperature
- -25...60 °C
- IP rating
- IP67, when threaded in
- Transfer rate
- COM3 (230.4 kBaud)
- Process data cycle min.
- 2 ms
- Process data IN
- 12 bytes
- Process data OUT
- 2 bytes
- Secondary features
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Basic Statistics
Boot Cycle Counter
Device Discovery
Extreme Environment Status
Identification
Logic Blocks
Operating Hours Counter
Signal Delay
Signal Speed Monitor
Switching Counter
Variant Configuration
Voltage and Current Monitoring - Secondary features for condition monitoring
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Vibration monitoring
Internal temperature monitoring
Inclination monitoring and installation aid
Network modules with multiprotocol
- Interface
- Profinet / EtherNet/IP / EtherCAT / Modbus TCP
- Interface IIoT
- REST API, MQTT parsed
- Auxiliary interfaces
- 8x IO-Link
- Port-class
- Type A
- Output current max.
- 2 A
- Display
- no
- Operating voltage Ub
- 18...30 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
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Plastic
Stainless steel, Inserts - Dimension
- 68 x 38.3 x 226.2 mm
- Ambient temperature
- -40...70 °C
- IP rating
-
IP68
IP69K - IO-Link version
- 1.1.3
- Safety Hub Support
- yes
- Scope of delivery
-
Grounding strap
M4x6 screw - Not incl. in scope of delivery
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Label plates
Port cover
Network modules with multiprotocol
- Interface
- Profinet / EtherNet/IP / EtherCAT / Modbus TCP
- Interface IIoT
- REST API, MQTT parsed
- Auxiliary interfaces
- 8x IO-Link
- Port-class
- Type A (4x) + Type B (4x)
- Output current max.
- 4 A
- Display
- no
- Operating voltage Ub
- 18...30 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
- 12x PNP, Type 3
- Digital outputs
- 12x PNP
- Configurable inputs/outputs
- yes
- Current sum US, sensor
- 16 A
- Current sum UA, actuator
- 16 A
- Housing material
-
Plastic
Stainless steel, Inserts - Dimension
- 68 x 38.3 x 226.2 mm
- Ambient temperature
- -40...70 °C
- IP rating
-
IP68
IP69K - IO-Link version
- 1.1.3
- Safety Hub Support
- yes
- Scope of delivery
-
Grounding strap
M4x6 screw - Not incl. in scope of delivery
-
Label plates
Port cover
IO-Link hubs
- Interface
- IO-Link 1.1
- Operating voltage Ub
- 18...30.2 VDC
- Connection (COM 1)
- M12x1-Male, 4-pin, A-coded
- Connection slots
- 8x M12x1-Female, 5-pin, A-coded
- Digital inputs
- 16x PNP, Type 3
- Digital outputs
- 16x PNP
- Configurable inputs/outputs
- yes
- Extension port
- yes
- Current sum US, sensor
- 4 A
- Switching current
- 16x 350 mA
- Current sum UA, actuator
- 4 A
- Housing material
- PA, Transparent
- Dimension
- 50 x 30.8 x 115 mm
- Ambient temperature
- -25...70 °C
- IP rating
- IP67, when threaded in
- Transfer rate
- COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
- Process data cycle min.
- 3.5 ms
- Process data IN
- 2 bytes
- Process data OUT
- 2 bytes
IO-Link hubs
- Interface
- IO-Link 1.0
- Operating voltage Ub
- 18...30.2 VDC
- Connection (COM 1)
- Screw/plug-in terminals, 4-pin
- Connection (supply voltage IN)
- Screw/plug-in terminals
- Connection slots
- Screw/plug-in terminals
- Digital inputs
- 16x PNP, Type 2
- Digital outputs
- 16x PNP
- Configurable inputs/outputs
- yes
- Current sum US, sensor
- 1.0 A
- Switching current
- 16x 350 mA
- Current sum UA, actuator
- 1.6 A
- Housing material
- PA 6.6, UL94V-0
- Dimension
- 79 x 33.6 x 84 mm
- Ambient temperature
- -20...50 °C
- IP rating
- IP20
- Transfer rate
- COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
- Process data cycle min.
- 12 ms
- Process data IN
- 2 bytes
- Process data OUT
- 2 bytes
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