BECKHOFF IP3312-B730 Fieldbus Box

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Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: IP3312-B730
Country of origin:Germany
Product Type: Fieldbus Boxes
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 210g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Description

Engineered for decentralized industrial automation, the IP3312-B730 serves as a high-performance Modbus fieldbus box designed to transmit analog and digital peripheral signals under extreme environmental conditions. Utilizing serial communication, this remote I/O module interfaces directly with fieldbus networks without the need for protective control cabinets, reducing cabling complexity and space constraints.

The unit features integrated rotary address selection switches for swift hardware addressing, alongside comprehensive configuration options through the KS2000 commissioning software. Robust M8 and M12 connection technologies guarantee mechanical reliability and secure power distribution, making it an ideal choice for complex, distributed topologies.

Features

Supports Modbus RTU and Modbus ASCII communication protocols.
Provides wide data transfer rates ranging from 150 to 38,400 baud.
Sealed, compact housing offering IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection ratings.
Flexible addressing options via mechanical rotary switches or KS2000 software.
Galvanic isolation between the control voltage and the fieldbus network.
Standardized M12 B-coded fieldbus connection and M8 power supply ports.

Applications

Heavy industrial machinery and plant engineering.
Distributed sensor-to-controller process topologies.
Material handling systems and conveyor networks.
Decentralized environmental tracking and automated process lines.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer	BECKHOFF
Part Number / Model	IP3312-B730
Communication Protocol	Modbus RTU / Modbus ASCII
Data Transfer Rates	150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19,200, 38,400 baud
Bus Interface	1 x M12 socket, 5-pin, B-coded
Configuration Interface	Address selection switches or KS2000 software
Control Voltage	24 V DC (-15% / +20%)
Box Supply Current	45 mA + current consumption of sensors (max. 0.5 A)
Power Connection (Feed)	1 x M8 male connector, 4-pin
Power Connection (Downstream)	1 x M8 female connector, 4-pin
Electrical Isolation	Yes (Control voltage / fieldbus)
Operating Temperature	0 to +55 degC
Storage Temperature	-25 to +85 degC
Vibration Resistance	Conforms to EN 60068-2-6
Shock Resistance	Conforms to EN 60068-2-27
EMC Immunity / Emission	Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4
Protection Rating	IP65, IP66, IP67 (conforms to EN 60529)
Weight	Approx. 210 g

Connections and Interfaces

Connector / Port	Function	Type
Bus Interface	Modbus RTU / Modbus ASCII Link	1 x M12 socket, 5-pin, B-coded
Power Feed	Input Control/Load Voltage (24 V DC)	1 x M8 male socket, 4-pin
Power Downstream	Loop-through Power Output	1 x M8 female socket, 4-pin

Installation Guidelines

Ensure the installation surface is flat to avoid mechanical stress on the plastic housing when fastening mounting screws.
Set the desired Modbus station address via the integrated rotary switches under the protective cap before powering up the device.
To maintain IP67 integrity, all unused M8 and M12 connection ports must be sealed with appropriate protective caps.
Deploy shielded communication cabling and ground the shield at a single point to mitigate electromagnetic interference.

Compliance and Certifications

CE
UL
EN 61000-6-2 (EMC Immunity)
EN 61000-6-4 (EMC Emission)

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What communication protocol does the Beckhoff IP3312-B730 support?

The IP3312-B730 supports serial Modbus RTU and Modbus ASCII fieldbus communication protocols.

How do you configure the network address on this fieldbus box?

The station address can be manually configured using the built-in rotary address selection switches or programmatically via the KS2000 software interface.

Can the IP3312-B730 module be mounted without an enclosure?

Yes, it features an IP65/66/67 rating conforming to EN 60529, which allows direct machine installation without a protective control cabinet.

What is the operating temperature range for this module?

The module operates reliably within a temperature range of 0 to +55 degC, and can be stored within -25 to +85 degC.

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