Connect and communicate with multiple automation devices simultaneously, such as HMIs, motor speed controls, supervisory PCs, and additional PLC racks. These modules allow several systems to talk to one another—within your facility and beyond—letting you expand your automated processes over numerous interconnected networks. Choose a module that supports the communication protocol of the systems and equipment you’re connecting to.

Rated IP20, these modules prevent fingers and other objects greater than 12.5 mm from making contact with live circuits. They’re also UL and C-UL listed, CE marked, and CSA certified to meet various domestic and international safety standards.

DIN rail-mount modules attach conveniently to other modules on your PLC rack.

Modules with remote input/output compatibility can transmit data between sensors and actuators without long runs of cable for each device. Mount them in your control room, and communicate with automated equipment hooked up far away.

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No need to program multiple PLCs—these modules expand your automated system, keeping everything conjoined and configured on one processor. Use them when you’re out of space on your DIN rail or need additional input/output functions.

These modules meet NEC safety standards, so they can be used in hazardous locations. They’re also rated IP20 to protect your fingers from touching live wires. Modules are UL and C-UL listed, CE marked, and CSA certified, meeting strict domestic and international safety requirements.

Control modules connect directly to the main PLC rack. Insert them in between the processor and the first input/output module.

Interface modules attach to a separate expansion rack, which requires its own power supply (not included). The interface comes with an end plate, which caps off each rack and ends communication with the processor. A maximum of three expansion racks can be hooked up from the main PLC rack.

Use the expansion cords (sold separately) to connect the control and interface modules together. Cords are also IP20 rated, UL and C-UL listed, CE marked, and CSA certified. Total cord length for your entire system should not exceed 39 ft.

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Add expansion modules to increase the number of inputs and outputs. You can connect up to 11 modules to a controller—for a maximum of 188 inputs and outputs. Choose any modules that support the operating voltage of your controller.

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Add expansion modules to increase the number of inputs and outputs. Use either module on its own, or add one of each, but two of the same module won’t work together.

Create a system of sensors and actuators that you can remotely update, view measurements from, and receive error messages in real time. IO Link systems minimize downtime by locating issues such as cut cables or dirty sensors quickly. They send only digital signals to your PLC, regardless of whether your sensors and actuators send digital or analog signals. Because these systems send digital signals, they’re more reliable and less prone to data error and signal loss than analog signals. It also means you don't have to use expensive shielded cables since they resist EMI.

When retrofitting an existing system, you'll need to make sure your PLC can incorporate IO Link. Check with your PLC manufacturer—most have hardware that allows you to upgrade your PLC to run IO Link.

Controllers communicate between your sensors and actuators and your PLC. They are required. Setting memory automatically stores your settings and restores them once your device is back online. This eliminates needing to program a device again when you replace or fix it. Surface mount controllers let you mount controllers on equipment such as tanks and conveyors. By mounting them on your equipment, you save space in your control cabinet. They use M12 connectors. DIN-rail mount controllers are designed to mount inside your control cabinet, so you can access all your process control devices in a central location. They include RJ45 Ethernet ports to support JSON and MQTT IoT (Internet of Things) protocols, allowing you to link the system directly to your web server to upload information to the Cloud. Connect these ports with RJ45 cords.

Expansion modules increase the number of inputs and outputs in your IO Link system, so you can add more sensors and actuators to your network. Connect multiple devices to each expansion module using M12 connectors, without needing to wire your devices inside a control cabinet. They transmit signals from multiple devices with a single cord. Expansion modules are optional, but when used, they must connect to a controller. Mount them on your equipment to save space in your control cabinet.

Converters translate analog signals to digital signals, making sensors and actuators IO-Link compatible. They are required to connect analog components to controllers and modules.

Protective caps prevent dust and debris from harming M12 connections when they're not in use. They also help maintain IP ratings by covering unused ports. Stainless steel protective caps have a neoprene gasket, which helps maintain IP69K ratings.

IP rated components block out dust and withstand some water, so they do not require an enclosure. Ports that are unused must be capped to maintain their rating. IP65 rated components can be rinsed. IP66 rated components withstand washdowns. IP67 rated components can be temporarily submerged in water. IP69K rated components hold up to high-pressure and high-temperature washdowns.

Note: Sockets may have extra holes on their face that are not used.

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Configure any of your IO Link devices—from sensors to switches—without a PC, outlet, or separate software. Use these programmers to set parameters, check the quality of runs, clone settings for other devices, and more. Whether you’re setting up a device for the first time or adjusting settings, the easy-to-use touchscreen makes for a smooth experience. Since these programmers are powered by a battery and small enough to carry, you can bring them wherever you need.

As soon as you connect your device, these programmers download its IO Device Description (IODD) file. This means you won’t need to manually input device details, saving you time to jump right into programming. Internal storage keeps IODD files and custom settings on hand for you. If you need extra space, insert a microSD card (not included) into these programmers before turning on the connected device.

Plug devices with M8 or M12 connections directly into the sockets on these programmers. If your device has wire leads, use the included adapter.