{"product_id":"beckhoff-ip2020-b730-fieldbus-box-modbus-digital-output-module","title":"Beckhoff IP2020-B730 Fieldbus Box Modbus Digital Output Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eDecentralized actuation on the factory floor is directly managed by the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff IP2020-B730\u003c\/strong\u003e, an integrated Modbus RTU\/ASCII fieldbus module carrying 8 digital output channels. This ruggedized fieldbus device enables direct wiring of actuators outside of traditional electrical enclosures, communicating seamlessly over serial RS485 lines. Featuring a robust polyamide housing and IP67-rated construction, the module simplifies field-level wiring through standard industrial connectors while maintaining high electrical isolation between control logic and fieldbus components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Digital Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 8 mm snap-type connections for simplified field integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Protocol Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native support for Modbus RTU and Modbus ASCII protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Current Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers up to 2 A per channel with an aggregate sum limit of 4 A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Local LED status indicators for real-time fieldbus communication and channel state tracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAddressing Utility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy network configuration using integrated manual address selection switches or KS2000 software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMachine-mount control systems requiring direct actuator connections without control cabinets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConveyor and material handling lines utilizing distributed serial fieldbus architectures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHarsh manufacturing environments demanding IP65\/66\/67 physical protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eBeckhoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eIP2020-B730\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFieldbus Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eModbus RTU \/ Modbus ASCII\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePhysical Layer \/ Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eRS485 (Screened, twisted copper cable 2 x 0.25 mm²)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eData Transfer Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 baud\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNumber of Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e8 digital outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOutput Type \/ Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e8 mm, snap-on type socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNominal Output Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e24 V DC (-15% \/ +20%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMax. Output Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2 A per channel (short-circuit proof), 4 A total sum limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBus Interface Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1 x M12 socket, 5-pin, B-coded\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply Port (Feed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1 x M8 male connector, 4-pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply Port (Downstream)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1 x M8 female connector, 4-pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eControl voltage to fieldbus: Yes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0 to +55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e-25 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIngress Protection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eIP65 \/ IP66 \/ IP67 (conforms to EN 60529)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003ePA6 (Polyamide)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e30 mm x 175 mm x 26.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e210 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterface Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConnector Pinout\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAssignment \/ Function\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; rowspan: 4; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eM8 Power Feed (Male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003ePin 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eFeed Control Voltage Us (+24 V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003ePin 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eFeed Load Voltage Up (+24 V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003ePin 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eGNDs (Control Voltage Ground)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003ePin 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eGNDp (Load Voltage Ground)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; rowspan: 3; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eM12 Bus Interface (B-coded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003ePin 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eTxD\/RxD-N (A-line, RS485)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003ePin 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eTxD\/RxD-P (B-line, RS485)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003ePin 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eShield \/ Ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe IP2020-B730 belongs to the legacy serial Fieldbus Box family. For newer EtherCAT topologies, migrate toward the Beckhoff EP series modules. Ensure your host PLC contains the appropriate Modbus RTU serial communication master card or gateway device supporting baud speeds matching this module's DIP switch settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhile individual channels support up to 2 A, the total sum limit across all 8 outputs must not exceed 4 A. If multiple inductive or high-current loads are triggered simultaneously, ensure that external power budgeting is calculated to prevent internal thermal overload. Highly cyclic inductive loads require external suppression snubber networks to prolong the internal switching contact life expectancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eAvoid using non-shielded RS485 lines over long runs. Always verify that a 120-Ohm termination resistor is present on the physical end-of-line RS485 node to protect Modbus data packets from line reflection errors. Device node addressing can be quickly adjusted using the two rotary switches beneath the protective IP67 seal cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; font-weight: bold; margin: 0;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0.5rem 0 0 0;\"\u003eDe-energize all power lines feeding the module before commencing installation. Failure to disconnect the 24 V DC control (Us) and load (Up) supply lines can lead to equipment short-circuits, interface damage, or electrical hazards for field operators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eMount the physical module to the machine bed or bracket using two M3 screws through the 3.5 mm diameter mounting holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eSet the physical Modbus station node address utilizing the manual rotary selectors under the protective housing screw-cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eConnect the B-coded M12 bus cabling, securing the locking sleeve to ensure proper IP67 environmental sealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eAttach the M8 power cables, then engage the 24 V DC power sources to commission the bus communications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106459574635,"sku":"IP2020-B730","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/ip2020-b730-subx1yuyuul.png?v=1776244939","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/de\/products\/beckhoff-ip2020-b730-fieldbus-box-modbus-digital-output-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}