The new pure.IO IO-Link I/O modules now also enable IO-Link to be daisy-chained, opening up new possibilities for decentralized installation.

IP65 rated fieldbus modules are an important component in decentralized installations. They replace complexity wired and expensive terminal boxes.

The basic feature of this easy integration is 'IODD On Board', an innovative technology by Murrelektronik. The sensor and actuator parameter data stored in the IODD (IO Device Description) are directly incorporated into the GSDML files of the Murrelektronik pure.IO fieldbus modules. If these devices, for example IO-Link sensors or valve terminals, are connected, you can access this stored data directly and very conveniently via your control software, with no need for manual parameter setting or special tools.

This greatly simplifies matters, as to date every new IO-Link device had to be integrated into the software individually, a time-consuming process. All of this is proof that it is best to store parameter data in the control. For series machines, this benefit can be multiplied because once created, configurations can be copied & pasted many times to other systems and machine controls.

One particularly interesting aspect is that device parameterization can already be done on the computer in the office and no longer needs to be performed during machine commissioning on the shop floor.
However, the freely configurable modules offer considerable time savings for non-standard machinery as well. The auto-configuration mode makes speedy commissioning a reality, since setting parameters for digital inputs and outputs is eliminated, the channels do as the control system commands.
 
Features

• Daisy chain of IO-Link, power, and fieldbus;
• Up to 40 m connection length thanks to IO-Link extension port (2x 20 m);
• Multifunctional M12 ports: Digital I/Os or IO-Link;
• Up to 256 I/Os per master;
• IODD on board;
• Plug & play – no configuration or parameterization necessary;
• Single channel diagnostic function;
• Port-related switch off;
• Multiprotocol: PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT, IIoT (REST API & MQTT) and WebUI;
• Innovative LED status indication onboard.

 
Advantages

• Simple installation and commissioning;
• Easy IO-Link diagnostic function;
• Reduced down times and errors;
• Lower costs;
• 360^o visibility status LEDs.

 
Industries

• Any industry.

F.Fonseca is the representative of Murrelektronik in Portugal.