Data transmission
END-OF-LINE PACKAGING
In end‑of‑line packaging systems such as conveying, palletizing and stretch wrapping, the control architecture is critical for ensuring stable operation, scalability and high availability. These systems integrate many distributed sensors and actuators and must operate reliably under continuous load.
An IO‑Link‑based control architecture provides a standardized, digital interface across the system. Simplified wiring, centralized parameter management and continuous diagnostics enable modular machine design and predictable performance. This supports scalable integration, reduced downtime and higher machine availability.
Key benefits
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Simplified installation over large distances
IO‑Link reduces complex point‑to‑point wiring through standardized cabling and decentralized IO hubs, making the design and installation of extensive end‑of‑line systems significantly easier. -
Fast commissioning and device replacement
Sensors and actuators can be parameterized centrally and replaced without manual adjustment, minimizing downtime during maintenance or system modifications. -
Scalable architecture for expanding lines
IO‑Link enables modular expansion of conveyors, palletizers and additional stations without redesigning the control concept or increasing system complexity. -
Enhanced diagnostics and transparency
Continuous access to device status and diagnostic data supports early fault detection, faster troubleshooting and predictive maintenance strategies. -
Higher availability and OEE at end of line
Reduced wiring errors, faster recovery times and data‑driven operation directly improve line availability, throughput and long‑term system reliability.
Network modules with multiprotocol
Network modules with multiprotocol
Network modules with multiprotocol
Inductive couplers
Inductive couplers
Network modules with multiprotocol
- Interface
- Profinet / EtherNet/IP / EtherCAT / Modbus TCP
- Interface IIoT
- REST API, MQTT
- Auxiliary interfaces
- 8x IO-Link
- Port-class
- Type A
- Output current max.
- 0.25 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
- 8x PNP
- Configurable inputs/outputs
- yes
- Current sum US, sensor
- 4 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
- Scope of delivery
-
Grounding strap
M4x6 screw - Not incl. in scope of delivery
-
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
- 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
-
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
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.
- 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
- 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
-
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
Inductive couplers
- Function
- IO-Link
- Signal type
- bi-directional
- Transmission distance
- 0...5 mm
- Component
- Base
- Connection
- Connector, M12x1-Male, 4-pin
- Rated operating voltage Ue
- 24 VDC
- Housing material
- Stainless steel, -
- Dimension
- Ø 30 x 85 mm
- Ambient temperature
- -5...70 °C
- IP rating
- IP67
- Transfer rate
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COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
COM3 (230.4 kBaud)
Diagnostic channel: COM2 (38.4 kBaud) - Additive cycle time
- 0 ms
- Process data IN
-
0…32 bytes
Diagnostic channel: 2 bytes - Process data OUT
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0…32 bytes
Diagnostic channel: 1 byte - SIO mode
- no
- Secondary features
-
Identification
Device Discovery
Operating Hours Counter
Boot Cycle Counter
Extreme Environment Status
Storage Usage Monitoring
Variant Configuration - Secondary features for condition monitoring
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Vibration monitoring
Internal temperature monitoring
Inductive couplers
- Function
- IO-Link
- Signal type
- bi-directional
- Transmission distance
- 0...5 mm
- Component
- Remote
- Connection
- Connector, M12x1-Female, 5-pin
- Output voltage
- 24 VDC
- Rated output current
- 1.5 A
- Output current max.
- 2.2 A
- Housing material
- Stainless steel, -
- Dimension
- Ø 30 x 85 mm
- Ambient temperature
- -5...70 °C
- IP rating
- IP67
- Transfer rate
-
COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
COM3 (230.4 kBaud) - Additive cycle time
- 0 ms
- Process data IN
- 0…32 bytes
- Process data OUT
- 0…32 bytes
- SIO mode
- no
- Secondary features
-
Identification
Device Discovery
Operating Hours Counter
Boot Cycle Counter
Extreme Environment Status
Storage Usage Monitoring
Variant Configuration - Secondary features for condition monitoring
-
Vibration monitoring
Internal temperature monitoring
Downloads
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