I/O modules
Efficient and secure signal transport
Efficient automation starts with reliable signal processing. The I/O modules from Balluff enable seamless connection of sensors and actuators to control systems and thus ensure optimized machine and system performance.
I/O modules from Balluff connect binary and analog sensors and actuators to the control level via a bus. The use of the modules significantly reduces the number of cables.
I/O modules also offer additional functions for signal pre-processing and extended diagnostic options. Different designs and connection technologies enable solutions for a wide range of applications, even under extreme environmental conditions.
The most important advantages
- High compatibility - easy integration into existing automation environments
- Reliable data communication - stable and fast signal processing
- Robust design - ideal for demanding industrial environments
- flexibility thanks to IO-Link - intelligent networking for predictive maintenance and simple scaling
- Simple installation - reduced wiring effort and fast commissioning
The IO-Link hub product lines
Our IO-Link hubs can be divided into three product lines: Black Line, Silver Line and Washdown Line. These are the differences at a glance:
| Black Line | Silver Line | Washdown Line |
Plastic housing | X |
| X |
Metal housing |
| X |
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Integrated display |
| X |
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For washdown applications |
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| X |
IO-Link sensor/actuator hubs
- Simple and cost-saving installation and maintenance
- Easy integration into existing automation systems
- High flexibility thanks to support for digital and analog signals
- Up to 32 digital inputs and outputs for extensive applications
- Detects short circuit, overload and cable break on each pin
- Extension port function for cascading an additional IO-Link hub
- Separate power supply available for high loads
- Extensive condition monitoring functions such as operating hours counter, temperature, vibration or inclination
- Intelligent logic blocks for switching actuators
Universal IO-Link interfaces
- Compact adapter housing for direct connection to different devices via IO-Link
- Universal, fieldbus-neutral
- Linking to the control level using standard sensor cable
- Variants available with 8 or 16 input/output signals
- No cumbersome multiple cabling
- Saves space, time and money through the lean cabling concept
Future-proof automation with IO-Link
IO-Link opens up new possibilities in industrial automation. Our I/O modules with IO-Link technology enable intelligent networking and offer extended diagnostic functions as well as simplified parameterization. This allows you toperform predictive maintenance and minimize downtimes.
Modular and scalable for every requirement
From small, decentralized control systems to complex production networks - our I/O modules offer a flexible solution for every application.flexible solution for every application. Modular expansion options make it easy to implement individual requirements.