With the two new IO-Link device I/O boxes, AXL E IOL DI16 M12 6M and AXL E IOL DIO8/8 M12 6M, Phoenix Contact is extending the portfolio of the new Axioline E I/O generation for control-cabinet-free automation to include devices for digital signal processing.

Featuring increased IP65/IP67/IP69 degree of protection and a fully encapsulated zinc die-cast housing, the new Axioline E I/O generation is designed for direct use in a machine under particularly harsh ambient conditions. The extended temperature range and strong resistance to environmental influences allows for use in many different applications. All devices enable flexible field wiring with proven M12 screw connectors or the new M12 push-pull fast-connection technology.

The IO-Link technology provides globally standardized consistent communication from the controller right through to the sensor/actuator level. Consisting of an IO-Link master and an IO-Link device, an IO-Link system can be integrated into all common fieldbus and automation systems. IO-Link enables access to process data, diagnostic data, and device information, as well as device parameters of the IO-Link devices.

The installation concept between an IO-Link master and an IO-Link device is based on a simple unshielded 3-conductor standard cable.

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