Collecting sensor data locally in the field for transfer via IO-Link: The basis is the IO-Link protocol, which is a technology for communication with sensors and actuators below the fieldbus level that is standardized according to IEC 61131-9. IO-Link can offer benefits as communication system in cases where particularly complex sensors have to be connected, for example. Sensor signals from the IO-Link Box modules can be connected locally in the field via a simple sensor cable without much effort and then transmitted collectively to the IO-Link master.
In this 30-minute webinar, Torsten Budde, Product Manager I/O, and Sven Goldstein, Product Manager TwinCAT, talk about the simple IO-Link sensor connection to EtherCAT Terminals. The speakers will also present the IO-Link configuration tool, which is integrated in TwinCAT. They will then provide information on the connection of IO-Link devices to the cloud via TwinCAT IoT.
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EL6224 | EtherCAT Terminal, 4-channel communication interface, IO-Link, master
The EL6224 IO-Link terminal enables connection of up to four IO-Link devices, e.g. actuators, sensors or combinations of both. A point-to-point connection is used between the terminal and the device. The terminal is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, allowing parameterization information to be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices with service data can be done from TwinCAT via ADS or very conveniently via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EPI1809-0021 | IO-Link box, 16-channel digital input, 24 V DC, adjustable, M8
The EPI1809-0021 IO-Link box with digital inputs acquires the binary control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The state of the signals is indicated by light emitting diodes. The signals are connected via M8 screw type connectors.

EPI2338-0001 | IO-Link box, 8-channel digital combi, 24 V DC, adjustable, 0.5 A, M8
The EPI2338-0001 IO-Link box has eight digital channels, each of which can optionally be operated as an input or as an output. A configuration for using a channel as input or output is not necessary; the input circuit is internally connected to the output driver, so that a set output is displayed automatically in the input process image.

EPP6228-0022 | EtherCAT P Box, 8-channel communication interface + 8-channel digital input, IO-Link, master, Class A, M12
The EPP6228 IO-Link module enables connection of up to eight IO-Link devices. These can be IO-Link box modules, actuators, sensors or combinations of both. Point-to-point connection between the module and the connected device. The EtherCAT P Box is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, wherein parameterization information can be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices with service data can take place from TwinCAT via ADS or, very conveniently, via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool. In addition to the IO-Link channels, the EPP6228 features eight digital inputs on pin 2 of the respective M12 socket.

EP6228-3032 | EtherCAT Box, 8-channel communication interface, IO-Link, master, Class B, M12
The EP6228-3032 IO-Link module enables the connection of up to eight IO-Link devices according to specification V1.1 Class B. These can be IO-Link Box modules, actuators, sensors or a combination of both. A point-to-point connection is used between the module and the device. The EtherCAT Box is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and connected sensors, enabling the bidirectional exchange of parameterization data via the IO-Link connection. The IO-Link device can be parameterized with service data from TwinCAT via ADS and also very conveniently using the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EPI2339-0021 | IO-Link box, 16-channel digital combi, 24 V DC, adjustable, 0.5 A, M8
The EPI2339-0021 IO-Link box has 16 digital channels, each of which can optionally be operated as an input or as an output. A filter constant of 3.0 ms is available for the inputs. The outputs are short-circuit proof and protected against inverse polarity. They handle load currents of up to 0.5 A each, although the sum current is limited to 4 A. The state of each signal is indicated by means of light emitting diodes. The signals are connected via M8 screw type connectors.

EPI1008-0001 | IO-Link box, 8-channel digital input, 24 V DC, adjustable, M8
The EPI1008-0001 IO-Link box with digital inputs acquires the binary control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The state of the signals is indicated by light emitting diodes. The signals are connected via M8 screw type connectors.

KL6224 | Bus Terminal, 4-channel communication interface, IO-Link, master
The KL6224 IO-Link master terminal enables connection of up to four IO-Link devices, e.g. actuators, sensors or combinations of both. A point-to-point connection is used between the terminal and the device. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, wherein parameterization information can be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices with service data can be done from TwinCAT via register communication or very conveniently via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EL6224-0090 | EtherCAT Terminal, 4-channel communication interface, IO-Link, master, TwinSAFE SC
The EL6224 IO-Link terminal enables the connection of up to four IO-Link devices. These can be actuators, sensors or a combination of both. A point-to-point connection is used between the terminal and the device. The terminal is parameterized via the EtherCAT master.

EP6224-0042 | EtherCAT Box, 4-channel communication interface + 8-channel digital input, IO-Link, master, Class A, M12
The EP6224-0042 IO-Link module enables connection of up to four IO-Link devices, e.g. actuators, sensors or combinations of both. In addition, the EP6224-0042 offers further digital inputs on the four upper free M12 ports. A point-to-point connection is used between the box and the IO-Link device. The terminal is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, wherein parameterization information can be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices with service data can be done from TwinCAT via ADS or very conveniently via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EP6228-3132 | EtherCAT Box, 8-channel communication interface + 4-channel digital input, IO-Link, master, Class A, Class B, M12
The EP6228-3132 IO-Link module enables connection of up to eight IO-Link devices, e.g. IO-Link box modules, actuators, sensors or combinations thereof. The EP6228-3132 has 4 x Class A and 4 x Class B ports. The Class B ports provide an additional supply voltage for IO-Link devices with higher power requirements. The EP6228-3132 additionally offers further digital inputs on the four Class A master ports. A point-to-point connection is used between the module and the device. The terminal is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, wherein parameterization information can be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices can be done from TwinCAT via ADS or very conveniently via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EJ6224 | EtherCAT plug-in module, 4-channel communication interface, IO-Link, master
The EJ6224 EtherCAT plug-in module is an IO-Link master and enables the connection of up to four IO-Link devices. IO-Link devices can be actuators, sensors or a combination of both. A point-to-point connection is used between the module and the device.

EPI2339-0022 | IO-Link box, 16-channel digital combi, 24 V DC, adjustable, 0.5 A, M12
The EPI2339-0022 IO-Link box has 16 digital channels, each of which can optionally be operated as an input or as an output. A filter constant of 3.0 ms is available for the inputs. The outputs are short-circuit proof and protected against inverse polarity. They handle load currents of up to 0.5 A each, although the sum current is limited to 4 A. The state of each signal is indicated by means of light emitting diodes. The signals are connected via M12 screw type connectors.

EPI2008-0001 | IO-Link box, 8-channel digital output, 24 V DC, 0.5 A, M8
The EPI2008-0001 IO-Link box with digital outputs connects binary control signals from the controller on to the actuators at the process level. The eight outputs handle load currents of up to 0.5 A, and although the sum current is limited to 4 A, they indicate their status through light emitting diodes. The signals are connected via M8 screw type connectors. The outputs are short-circuit proof and protected against inverse connection.

EP6228-0042 | EtherCAT Box, 8-channel communication interface + 8-channel digital input, IO-Link, master, Class A, M12
The EP6228-0042 IO-Link module enables connection of up to eight IO-Link devices, e.g. IO-Link box modules, actuators, sensors or combinations thereof. In addition, the EP6228-0042 offers additional digital inputs on the four Class A master ports. A point-to-point connection is used between the module and the device. The terminal is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, wherein parameterization information can be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices with service data can be done from TwinCAT via ADS or very conveniently via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EP6228-3142 | EtherCAT Box, 8-channel communication interface + 4-channel digital input, IO-Link, master, Class A, Class B, M12
The EP6228-3142 IO-Link module enables connection of up to eight IO-Link devices, e.g. IO-Link box modules, actuators, sensors or combinations thereof. The EP6228-3142 has 4 x Class A and 4 x Class B ports. The Class B ports provide an additional supply voltage for IO-Link devices with higher power requirements. The EP6228-3142 additionally offers further digital inputs on the four Class A master ports. A point-to-point connection is used between the module and the device. The terminal is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, wherein parameterization information can be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices can be done from TwinCAT via ADS or very conveniently via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EPI3174-0002 | IO-Link box, 4-channel analog input, multi-function, ±10 V, 0/4…20 mA, 16 bit, differential, M12
The EPI3174-0002 IO-Link box has four analog inputs which can be individually parameterized, so that they process signals either in the -10…+10 V or the 0/4…20 mA range. The voltage or input current is digitized with a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted (electrically isolated) to the higher-level automation device. The four input channels have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The input filter and therefore the conversion times are configurable in a wide range. If required, the inputs can be scaled differently, and automatic limit monitoring is also available.

EPI1809-0022 | IO-Link box, 16-channel digital input, 24 V DC, adjustable, M12
The EPI1809-0022 IO-Link box with digital inputs acquires the binary control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The state of the signals is indicated by light emitting diodes. The signals are connected via M12 screw type connectors.

EPI2809-0021 | IO-Link box, 16-channel digital output, 24 V DC, 0.5 A, M8
The EPI2809-0021 IO-Link box with digital outputs connects the binary control signals from the controller on to the actuators at the process level. The 16 outputs handle load currents of up to 0.5 A each, although the sum current is limited to 4 A. This makes these modules particularly suitable for applications in which not all of the outputs are active at the same time, or in which not all of the actuators draw 0.5 A current.

EPI4374-0002 | IO-Link box, 2-channel analog input + 2-channel analog output, multi-function, ±10 V, 0/4…20 mA, 16 bit, differential, M12
The EPI4374-0002 IO-Link box combines two analog inputs and two analog outputs which can be individually parameterized, so that they process/generate signals either in the -10…+10 V or the 0/4…20 mA range. The resolution for the current and voltage signals is 16 bit (signed).

EPI2338-0002 | IO-Link box, 8-channel digital combi, 24 V DC, adjustable, 0.5 A, M12
The EPI2338-0002 IO-Link box has eight digital channels, each of which can optionally be operated as an input or as an output. A configuration for using a channel as input or output is not necessary; the input circuit is internally connected to the output driver, so that a set output is displayed automatically in the input process image.

EPI1008-0002 | IO-Link box, 8-channel digital input, 24 V DC, adjustable, M12
The EPI1008-0002 IO-Link box with digital inputs acquires the binary control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The state of the signals is indicated by light emitting diodes. The signals are connected via M12 screw type connectors.

EPI2008-0002 | IO-Link box, 8-channel digital output, 24 V DC, 0.5 A, M12
The EPI2008-0002 IO-Link box with digital outputs connects binary control signals from the controller on to the actuators at the process level. The eight outputs handle load currents of up to 0.5 A, and although the sum current is limited to 4 A, they indicate their status through light emitting diodes. The signals are connected via M12 screw type connectors. The outputs are short-circuit proof and protected against inverse connection.

EJ6224-0090 | EtherCAT plug-in module, 4-channel communication interface, IO-Link, master, TwinSAFE SC
The EJ6224-0090 EtherCAT plug-in module is an IO-Link master and enables connection of up to four IO-Link devices. IO-Link devices are actuators, sensors or a combination of both. The connection between the module and the device is a point-to-point connection.

EPI2809-0022 | IO-Link box, 16-channel digital output, 24 V DC, 0.5 A, M12
The EPI2809-0022 IO-Link box with digital outputs connects the binary control signals from the controller on to the actuators at the process level. The 16 outputs handle load currents of up to 0.5 A each, although the sum current is limited to 4 A. This makes these modules particularly suitable for applications in which not all of the outputs are active at the same time, or in which not all of the actuators draw 0.5 A current.

EP6228-0022 | EtherCAT Box, 8-channel communication interface, IO-Link, master, Class A, M12
The EP6228-0022 IO-Link module enables connection of up to eight IO-Link devices, e.g. IO-Link box modules, actuators, sensors or combinations thereof. A point-to-point connection is used between the box and the device. The box is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, wherein parameterization information can be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices with service data can be done from TwinCAT via ADS or very conveniently via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EP6224-2022 | EtherCAT Box, 4-channel communication interface, IO-Link, master, Class A, M12
The EP6224-2022 IO-Link module enables connection of up to four IO-Link devices, e.g. actuators, sensors or combinations of both. A point-to-point connection is used between the box and the device. The terminal is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, wherein parameterization information can be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices with service data can be done from TwinCAT via ADS or very conveniently via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EP6224-3022 | EtherCAT Box, 4-channel communication interface, IO-Link, master, Class B, M12
The EP6224-3022 IO-Link module enables connection of up to four IO-Link devices, e.g. actuators, sensors or combinations of both. A point-to-point connection is used between the terminal and the device. The module is parameterized via the EtherCAT master. IO-Link is designed as an intelligent link between the fieldbus level and the sensor, wherein parameterization information can be exchanged bidirectionally via the IO-Link connection. The parameterization of the IO-Link devices with service data can be done from TwinCAT via ADS or very conveniently via the integrated IO-Link configuration tool.

EPI2338-0001 | IO-Link box, 8-channel digital combi, 24 V DC, adjustable, 0.5 A, M8
The EPI2338-0001 IO-Link box has eight digital channels, each of which can optionally be operated as an input or as an output. A configuration for using a channel as input or output is not necessary; the input circuit is internally connected to the output driver, so that a set output is displayed automatically in the input process image.

EPI2339-0022 | IO-Link box, 16-channel digital combi, 24 V DC, adjustable, 0.5 A, M12
The EPI2339-0022 IO-Link box has 16 digital channels, each of which can optionally be operated as an input or as an output. A filter constant of 3.0 ms is available for the inputs. The outputs are short-circuit proof and protected against inverse polarity. They handle load currents of up to 0.5 A each, although the sum current is limited to 4 A. The state of each signal is indicated by means of light emitting diodes. The signals are connected via M12 screw type connectors.