Benefits of using IO‑Link input modules:

• 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