Automation company Beckhoff has added the model IL230x-B905 to its Fieldbus Box series of modules. Protected to IP67 it offers a solution for more severe operating conditions. These robust fieldbus modules are equipped with O8, M8 or M12 signal connections.
Beckhoff’s robust EtherNet/IP Fieldbus Box modules act as decentralised I/O
The open I/O system from Beckhoff supports 12 different fieldbus systems, including four Industrial Ethernet variants: Ethernet TCP/IP, EtherCAT, Profinet, and now also EtherNet/IP. EtherNet/IP is a globally accepted industrial communication network based on the common transport protocols TCP/IP and UDP/IP (standard).
A standardised d-coded M12 socket is used for the connection between EtherNet/IP and the Fieldbus Box, forming a secure connection system that has been tried and tested in industry. Confusion of the connectors or cables with sensor or other fieldbus connections is avoided through coding. Up to 120 extension modules can be connected via the integrated IP-Link connection. In addition to digital input, output and combined boxes, analog and special signals are also available. The fully sealed and rugged box can be installed in almost any environment without additional control cabinets.
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