Smart Devices with IO-Link Technology

IO-Link Technology is a worldwide open-standard protocol that integrates sensors and other field devices into our Connected Enterprise by connecting the IO-Link enabled device into an IO-Link master module.

The Value of Smart Devices

You can deliver data from smart devices directly into a control system in a very efficient manner. The flexibility of IO-Link capable devices allows machines to operate more effectively by providing diagnostics and data including detailed machine health status to improve uptime and increase productivity.

The benefits of IO-Link technology include:

Reduced inventory and operating costs
Increased uptime/productivity
Simplified design, installation, setup and maintenance
Enhanced flexibility and scalability

Sensors on IO-Link Can Enable the Connected Enterprise

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Sensors on IO-Link Can Enable the Connected Enterprise

Watch how smart sensors with IO-Link can enable smart machines for The Connected Enterprise®.

IO-Link Enabled Devices

IO-Link enabled products offer advanced features and diagnostics that can only be accessed through an IO-Link master module. These field devices act like standard controls when not interfaced to an IO-Link enabled control system, so you can stock the same devices for standard I/O (SIO) applications and IO-Link applications. This simplifies the selection process and reduces stocking costs.

Sensors

Output Devices

Masters

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ArmorBlock 5000 On-Machine I/O

Discover how our ArmorBlock 5000 I/O with IO-Link technology can help simplify engineering and boost operational agility, even in harsh environments.

Tools and ResourcesThe following tools and resources are geared to help you identify the right smart device for your application.

Publication Title	Language
Smart Sensors with IO-Link Brochure
Integrated Smart Sensor Solution Quick Reference Guide	English
Smart Machine Integrated Smart Sensor Systems with IO-Link Procurement Specifications	English

Sensor Selection Tool

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Sensor Selection Tool

Selecting sensors has never been easier. With this simple set-up you can choose your industry and then funnel down by specific application requirements.

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ArmorBlock 5000 I/O Blocks

Allen-Bradley ArmorBlock 5000 I/O, Bulletin 5032, IO-Link master, family

Products

ArmorBlock 5000 I/O Blocks

Designed for use in harsh environments, our ArmorBlock 5000™ I/O offers the scalability that will help reduce total installation time and cost and unplanned downtime. The industrially-hardened blocks offer rating up to IP69K, three power variants, flexible mounting options, and Class A and Class B IO-Link ports.

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ArmorBlock I/O Modules

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ArmorBlock I/O Modules

Our Bulletin 1732D and 1732E ArmorBlock® I/O modules provide low-cost, hardened, I/O suitable for on-machine use. These modules are available for DeviceNet® and EtherNet/IP™ networks and are suitable for use in welding applications and end-of-arm robot applications.

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