Economical use of innovative IO-Link technology also for binary sensors
Optimum use of all ports of the IO-Link master
Connection of several binary sensors/actuators to one port of the IO-Link master, hence low-cost connection also of binary sensors/actuators to the control system through IO-Link
Reduction of digital input modules in the peripheral station
Use of parameters also for binary sensors (e.g. NC contacts, NO contacts and input delay can be parameterized)
Reduction of cabling and hence less risk of wiring errors by dispensing with sensor boxes
Expansion toward distributed structures using pure point-to-point wiring
Easy and elegant integration of sensors within a radius of 20 m around an IO-Link master, e.g. in an ET 200 station
Possibility of transmitting parameter and diagnostic signals (e.g. sensor supply overload)
Can also be used in harsh ambient conditions thanks to a very compact design and degree of protection IP67
