{"product_id":"beckhoff-ip1012-b800-fieldbus-box-8-channel-digital-input-module","title":"Beckhoff IP1012-B800 Fieldbus Box 8-channel Digital Input Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eIntegrating decentralized sensor signals directly into RS485 fieldbus architectures, the Beckhoff IP1012-B800 features eight digital inputs in a robust, machine-mountable design. This compact Fieldbus Box connects binary control signals from sensors to the controller via an interference-free RS485 interface, bypassing the need for protective control cabinets. Designed for demanding field environments, it delivers highly responsive signal filtering alongside extensive physical protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Digital Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accommodates up to eight binary sensors, utilizing industry-standard M12 screw-type connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Response Filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardware input filter of 0.2 ms ensures rapid state detection for high-speed tracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Machine Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP65\/66\/67 rating enables direct mounting on machinery without terminal boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Sensor Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Short-circuit proof sensor power supply derived directly from the module's control voltage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRS485 Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable serial communication supporting baud rates up to 38.4 kbaud over distances up to 1200 meters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized conveyor and material handling control networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomotive assembly lines with high-density sensor grids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMachine tool and packaging equipment manufacturing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWet and dusty industrial processing zones requiring IP67 ingress protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\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; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eValue \/ Specification\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: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIP1012-B800\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e8 digital inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNominal Input Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\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: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput Filter Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.2 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSignal Voltages (EN 61131-2 Type 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\"0\" Signal: -3 to +5 V | \"1\" Signal: 11 to 30 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNominal Input Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eTypical 6 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSensor Supply Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eMax. 0.5 A total (short-circuit proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFieldbus Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eOpen RS485 protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSupported Baud Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e9.6 kbaud, 19.2 kbaud, 38.4 kbaud (default)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBus Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\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: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eFeed: M8 male (4-pin); Downstream: M8 female (4-pin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCurrent Consumption (excluding sensors)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e45 mA from control voltage (US)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIsolation Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\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: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0 to 55 degC (32 to 131 degF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e-25 to +85 degC (-13 to 185 degF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIP65\/66\/67 (conforms to EN 60529)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\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: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003ePolyamide PA6\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e210 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.45 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePackage Dimensions (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e220 mm x 60 mm x 50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The B800 series utilizes standard RS485 communication protocols which allow interfacing with legacy networks or non-Beckhoff controllers. When transitioning to EtherCAT topologies, the IP1012-B800 can be complemented or replaced by EtherCAT-native boxes such as EP1008-0001, though careful network master reconfiguration is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e The total aggregate current drawn by the eight connected sensors must not exceed 0.5 A. Exceeding this thermal threshold will trigger the short-circuit protection mechanism, temporarily shutting down sensor power. For applications in highly dynamic machinery, ensure that cable bend radiuses of connected M12 lines are maintained according to physical stress specs to preserve IP67 integrity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Address configuration and serial parameter adjustments are handled via the KS2000 software interface. For long-distance RS485 segments approaching 1200 meters, a dedicated 120 Ohm termination resistor must be correctly placed on the last node of the physical line to mitigate signal reflections and line noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDisconnect all power supplies from the control network and fieldbus segments before commencing mechanical mounting or cable mating. Failure to completely de-energize circuits can result in permanent hardware damage, unexpected machine movement, or severe electrical shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 15px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003eMount the Fieldbus Box using the two pre-cast 3.5 mm structural fixing holes using standard M3 screws. Install on flat surfaces to prevent mechanical torsion of the PA6 housing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003eConnect the incoming 24 V DC power supply feed to the 4-pin M8 male connector. If daisy-chaining multiple modules, route downstream power via the 4-pin M8 female connection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003eMate the RS485 communication line to the 5-pin, B-coded M12 socket. Tighten all connectors to the specified torque to guarantee full IP67 ingress seals.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106511610219,"sku":"IP1012-B800","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/ip1012-b800-r0m35fj0jak.png?v=1776244900","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/ms\/products\/beckhoff-ip1012-b800-fieldbus-box-8-channel-digital-input-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}