BECKHOFF

BECKHOFF IP1000-B730 Fieldbus Box

SKU IP1000-B730

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  • Manufacturer: BECKHOFF

  • Product No.: IP1000-B730

  • Country of origin:Germany

  • Product Type: Fieldbus Boxes

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  • Weight: 210g

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Description

The BECKHOFF IP1000-B730 is a Modbus RTU/ASCII Fieldbus Box designed to act as a decentralized interface in demanding industrial automation environments. This compact module enables reliable communication and integration of field devices into Modbus serial networks, ensuring steady operation and high environmental durability. Built to survive challenging field conditions, it features a fully sealed design that facilitates direct machine mounting without the need for an additional protective enclosure.

By shifting the communication interface directly into the field, the BECKHOFF IP1000-B730 minimizes wiring overhead and simplifies distributed machine architectures. It offers configuration options via onboard address selection switches or specialized configuration software, providing flexibility during commissioning and system integration.

Features

  • Protocol support for Modbus RTU and Modbus ASCII standards.
  • Flexible address configuration using integrated physical rotary switches or the KS2000 software tool.
  • Wide range of supported serial data transfer rates from 150 to 38,400 baud.
  • Standardized M12 fieldbus interface with secure B-coding.
  • M8 power supply connection system featuring feed and downstream daisy-chain capability.
  • Electrical isolation between the control voltage and the fieldbus interface for enhanced noise immunity.
  • High protection rating of IP65/66/67, permitting direct mounting in wet, dusty, or harsh industrial environments.

Applications

  • Decentralized machine control and distributed I/O network architectures.
  • Field-level sensor and actuator communication using Modbus serial communication.
  • In-the-field installations requiring robust environmental protection without control cabinets.

Technical Specifications

General

Parameter Specification
Manufacturer BECKHOFF
Model IP1000-B730
Product Type Fieldbus Box

Communication & Configuration

Parameter Specification
Protocol Modbus RTU / Modbus ASCII
Data Transfer Rates 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19,200, 38,400 baud
Configuration Method Address selection switch or KS2000 software
Bus Interface 1 x M12 socket, 5-pin, B-coded

Electrical Data

Parameter Specification
Control Voltage 24 V DC (-15% / +20%)
Power Supply Connection Feed: 1 x M8 male socket (4-pin); Downstream: 1 x M8 female socket (4-pin)
Box Supply Current 45 mA + sensor current consumption (max. 0.5 A)
Electrical Isolation Control voltage to fieldbus: Yes

Mechanical & Environmental

Parameter Specification
Weight Approx. 210 g
Operating Temperature 0 degC to +55 degC
Storage Temperature -25 degC to +85 degC
Ingress Protection IP65 / IP66 / IP67 (conforms to EN 60529)
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
Approvals & Markings CE, UL

Installation Guidelines

  1. Verify that the system power supply is completely de-energized before beginning installation of the BECKHOFF IP1000-B730.
  2. Mount the Fieldbus Box securely to a flat mounting surface using appropriate fastening screws to ensure mechanical stability.
  3. Set the required Modbus node address using the integrated address selection switches or prepare the unit for KS2000 software configuration.
  4. Connect the 24 V DC control voltage supply to the 4-pin M8 male feed socket, paying close attention to correct pin alignment.
  5. Attach the Modbus RTU/ASCII network cable to the 5-pin B-coded M12 socket connector.
  6. Seal any unused M8 or M12 connector ports with matching protective caps to preserve the IP65/IP66/IP67 environmental protection rating.
  7. Re-energize the system and verify communication and device operation using the diagnostic indicators.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the BECKHOFF IP1000-B730?

The BECKHOFF IP1000-B730 is a Modbus RTU/ASCII Fieldbus Box designed to act as a decentralized interface that connects field-level equipment directly to a Modbus serial network without requiring an electrical cabinet.

What baud rates are supported by the BECKHOFF IP1000-B730?

The BECKHOFF IP1000-B730 supports multiple configurable data transfer rates, including 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, and 38400 baud.

How is the BECKHOFF IP1000-B730 configured?

The BECKHOFF IP1000-B730 can be configured by using the onboard physical address selection switches or via the BECKHOFF KS2000 software interface.

What physical connections does the BECKHOFF IP1000-B730 use?

The BECKHOFF IP1000-B730 utilizes a 5-pin B-coded M12 socket for the Modbus fieldbus connection, and M8 connectors for power distribution (one 4-pin male feed and one 4-pin female downstream connection).

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