Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: EPI1809-0022
Country of origin:Germany
Product Type: IO-Link Box Modules
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 500g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
Facilitating decentralized field signal acquisition, the Beckhoff EPI1809-0022 interfaces sixteen 24 V DC digital inputs directly to an IO-Link master. This highly compact IO-Link box allows sensors to be connected directly in the field without requiring a protective electrical enclosure. The module operates as an IO-Link Class A device, exchanging process data and configuration parameters over a standardized point-to-point communication channel. The robust structural encapsulation ensures reliable functionality in harsh manufacturing zones where dust, moisture, and high mechanical vibration are prevalent.
| Parameter | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG |
| Model Number | EPI1809-0022 |
| Communication Protocol | IO-Link |
| IO-Link Specification Version | V1.1, Class A |
| Data Transfer Rate | 230.4 kbaud (COM3) |
| Primary Interface | 1 x M12 plug, A-coded |
| Number of Inputs | 16 |
| Input Connections | M12, screw type |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 24 V DC (-15% / +20%) |
| Input Filter Range | 3.0 ms (default), adjustable from 0 to 20 ms |
| "0" Signal Voltage | -3 to +5 V (EN 61131-2, type 3) |
| "1" Signal Voltage | 11 to 30 V (EN 61131-2, type 3) |
| Input Current | Typical 3 mA (EN 61131-2, type 3) |
| Sensor Supply | Maximum 0.5 A from L+, short-circuit proof in total |
| Current Consumption | Typical 100 mA from L+ |
| Operating Temperature | -25 to +60 Celsius |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +85 Celsius |
| Protection Rating | IP65 / IP66 / IP67 (conforms to EN 60529) |
| Vibration & Shock Standards | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 and EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC Immunity & Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-4 |
| Approvals | CE, UL |
| Module Weight | 250 g |
| Shipping Weight | 2.0 kg |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
The EPI1809-0022 uses Class A port assignment. Note that when replacing an older EP1809-0022 module, the control system must be adapted because the EP series operates natively on EtherCAT (requiring an EtherCAT master and XML descriptions), whereas the EPI series uses the IO-Link physical protocol layer under a master gateway. Verify that the master IO-Link port pinout matches the standard Class A configuration before commissioning.
A common issue in field installations is overloading the sensor supply line. While individual input current is restricted to typical Type 3 parameters (3 mA), the aggregate sensor supply is capped at 0.5 A. If several high-current photo-electric proximity sensors or ultrasonic transducers are powered directly from this unit, the short-circuit protection mechanism will engage, shutting down auxiliary sensor power. Ensure a power budget calculation is done for all 16 connected devices.
When pairing the device with non-Beckhoff IO-Link masters, ensure that the correct manufacturer IODD configuration file is loaded into the engineering software (such as TwinCAT or TIA Portal) to correctly map the 16-channel process image. Tighten all unused M12 connections with protective caps to maintain the IP67 integrity; failure to seal unused ports can allow condensation to bridge contacts over time, causing intermittent "0" and "1" signal faults.
Mount the module directly to a flat, vibration-resistant surface using two M4 screws through the integrated chassis mounting holes. Ensure the installation position allows for adequate cable strain relief.
Securely plug the A-coded M12 IO-Link communication cable into the module's communication port and hand-tighten the coupling nut.
Connect the 16 digital input sensors to the appropriate M12 input channels. Utilize standard torque wrenches for M12 connectors to guarantee environmental sealing without over-tightening.
Power up the master system and configure the corresponding input filter settings and channel maps within your automation development workspace.
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| Country of origin |
Germany
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