Designed to manage high-speed industrial communications within rugged environments, the Beckhoff IL2300-B400 establishes a direct interface between the Lightbus system and decentralized IP67 Extension Box modules. This coupler box allows for efficient modular expansion directly on the machinery, eliminating the need for protective control cabinets. By converting Lightbus telegrams into the internal Extension Box protocol, the device ensures near-instantaneous I/O updates. Its robust construction guarantees superior mechanical stability, making it highly reliable in demanding manufacturing and process automation layouts.
| Parameter | Value / Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff |
| Model Number | IL2300-B400 |
| Fieldbus Protocol | Lightbus |
| Max Extension Modules | 120 (max. 64 byte input / 64 byte output data) |
| Digital Peripherals Capacity | Max. 512 inputs and 512 outputs |
| Analog Peripherals Capacity | Max. 28 inputs and 28 outputs |
| Configuration Interface | Via KS2000 software |
| Bus Connection Ports | 1 x M23 female 9-pin socket, 1 x M23 male 9-pin socket |
| Power Supply (Control) | 24 V DC (Permissible range: 20 to 29 V DC) |
| Power Supply (Load) | Determined by connected Extension Box I/O types |
| Power Feed Interface | 1 x M8 male socket, 4-pin |
| Downstream Power Interface | 1 x M8 female socket, 4-pin |
| Current Consumption (Box Supply) | 85 mA + sensor loads (max. 0.5 A total) |
| Electrical Isolation | Control voltage/fieldbus: None; Control voltage/I/O: By I/O type |
| Ingress Protection Rating | IP65 / IP66 / IP67 (conforms to EN 60529) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -25 to +85 degC |
| Vibration/Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC Immunity/Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4 |
| Net Unit Weight | 350 g |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) | 2.0 kg |
| Connector Type | Pin Configuration | Functional Assignment |
|---|---|---|
| M23 Fieldbus In | 9-pin Female Socket | Incoming Lightbus signals and diagnostic feedback loop |
| M23 Fieldbus Out | 9-pin Male Socket | Downstream Lightbus extension to adjacent field nodes |
| M8 Power Input | 4-pin Male (Feed) | Pin 1: +24 V DC Control; Pin 2: +24 V DC Load; Pin 3: GND Control; Pin 4: GND Load |
| M8 Power Output | 4-pin Female (Downstream) | Loop-through control and load voltages to next Extension Box |
The IL2300-B400 is specifically dedicated to Beckhoff Lightbus architectures. If your installation requires transition to alternative fieldbus networks, the Beckhoff IP67 Fieldbus Box range features alternative options, such as the IL2300-B310 (PROFIBUS) or the IL2300-B510 (CANopen). For modern Industrial Ethernet networks, migrate to the EtherCAT EP series modules. Note that configuration files and mapping configurations compiled in KS2000 for Lightbus cannot be migrated directly to other protocols without hardware profile reconfiguration.
To maintain the specified IP67 protection rating, all unused M23 and M8 connectors must be sealed using industrial-grade protective caps. The internal box supply current is limited to 0.5 A for connected sensors. In applications where sensors require higher current draws, run auxiliary external power lines rather than powering directly through the module. Pay close attention to the bend radius of the Lightbus fiber optic cables; tight bends can lead to data attenuation and intermittent fieldbus communication drops.
When connecting the device, use separate wire routing for control voltage and high-current AC lines to prevent electromagnetic coupling. Use shielded M23 and M8 cables for communication lines to preserve signal integrity against high-frequency noise. During initial software configuration in KS2000, ensure the hardware addresses mapped in your PLC config tool match the physical physical nodes in sequence, particularly when managing maximum I/O extension counts.
CRITICAL WARNING:
Ensure all control and load power supplies are fully disconnected before beginning installation, wiring modifications, or maintenance. High transient voltages or sudden machine activation during installation may cause electrical shock or severe damage to sensitive electronic components.
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Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: IL2300-B400
Country of origin:Germany
Product Type: Fieldbus Coupler Modules
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Weight: 500g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
Designed to manage high-speed industrial communications within rugged environments, the Beckhoff IL2300-B400 establishes a direct interface between the Lightbus system and decentralized IP67 Extension Box modules. This coupler box allows for efficient modular expansion directly on the machinery, eliminating the need for protective control cabinets. By converting Lightbus telegrams into the internal Extension Box protocol, the device ensures near-instantaneous I/O updates. Its robust construction guarantees superior mechanical stability, making it highly reliable in demanding manufacturing and process automation layouts.
| Parameter | Value / Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff |
| Model Number | IL2300-B400 |
| Fieldbus Protocol | Lightbus |
| Max Extension Modules | 120 (max. 64 byte input / 64 byte output data) |
| Digital Peripherals Capacity | Max. 512 inputs and 512 outputs |
| Analog Peripherals Capacity | Max. 28 inputs and 28 outputs |
| Configuration Interface | Via KS2000 software |
| Bus Connection Ports | 1 x M23 female 9-pin socket, 1 x M23 male 9-pin socket |
| Power Supply (Control) | 24 V DC (Permissible range: 20 to 29 V DC) |
| Power Supply (Load) | Determined by connected Extension Box I/O types |
| Power Feed Interface | 1 x M8 male socket, 4-pin |
| Downstream Power Interface | 1 x M8 female socket, 4-pin |
| Current Consumption (Box Supply) | 85 mA + sensor loads (max. 0.5 A total) |
| Electrical Isolation | Control voltage/fieldbus: None; Control voltage/I/O: By I/O type |
| Ingress Protection Rating | IP65 / IP66 / IP67 (conforms to EN 60529) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -25 to +85 degC |
| Vibration/Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC Immunity/Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4 |
| Net Unit Weight | 350 g |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) | 2.0 kg |
| Connector Type | Pin Configuration | Functional Assignment |
|---|---|---|
| M23 Fieldbus In | 9-pin Female Socket | Incoming Lightbus signals and diagnostic feedback loop |
| M23 Fieldbus Out | 9-pin Male Socket | Downstream Lightbus extension to adjacent field nodes |
| M8 Power Input | 4-pin Male (Feed) | Pin 1: +24 V DC Control; Pin 2: +24 V DC Load; Pin 3: GND Control; Pin 4: GND Load |
| M8 Power Output | 4-pin Female (Downstream) | Loop-through control and load voltages to next Extension Box |
The IL2300-B400 is specifically dedicated to Beckhoff Lightbus architectures. If your installation requires transition to alternative fieldbus networks, the Beckhoff IP67 Fieldbus Box range features alternative options, such as the IL2300-B310 (PROFIBUS) or the IL2300-B510 (CANopen). For modern Industrial Ethernet networks, migrate to the EtherCAT EP series modules. Note that configuration files and mapping configurations compiled in KS2000 for Lightbus cannot be migrated directly to other protocols without hardware profile reconfiguration.
To maintain the specified IP67 protection rating, all unused M23 and M8 connectors must be sealed using industrial-grade protective caps. The internal box supply current is limited to 0.5 A for connected sensors. In applications where sensors require higher current draws, run auxiliary external power lines rather than powering directly through the module. Pay close attention to the bend radius of the Lightbus fiber optic cables; tight bends can lead to data attenuation and intermittent fieldbus communication drops.
When connecting the device, use separate wire routing for control voltage and high-current AC lines to prevent electromagnetic coupling. Use shielded M23 and M8 cables for communication lines to preserve signal integrity against high-frequency noise. During initial software configuration in KS2000, ensure the hardware addresses mapped in your PLC config tool match the physical physical nodes in sequence, particularly when managing maximum I/O extension counts.
CRITICAL WARNING:
Ensure all control and load power supplies are fully disconnected before beginning installation, wiring modifications, or maintenance. High transient voltages or sudden machine activation during installation may cause electrical shock or severe damage to sensitive electronic components.
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