Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: IP1001-B730
Country of origin:Germany
Product Type: Fieldbus Box Modules
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 2000g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
Facilitating direct decentralization of machine sensor logic, the Beckhoff IP1001-B730 functions as a ruggedized 8-channel digital input interface designed for direct on-machine installation without control cabinets. This Fieldbus Box connects standard 24 V DC digital sensors via compact M8 screw connectors and transmits state data over Modbus RTU or Modbus ASCII networks. Devoid of complex sub-bus systems, the unit integrates functional input acquisition directly into demanding environments, achieving high vibration resistance and complete mechanical enclosure protection.
| Specification Parameter | Technical Value / Rating |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff Automation |
| Model Number | IP1001-B730 |
| Protocol / Interface | Modbus RTU / Modbus ASCII (RS485) |
| Bus Interface Connection | 1 x M12 socket, 5-pin, B-coded |
| Baud Rates Supported | 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 baud |
| Digital Inputs | 8 channels, 24 V DC |
| Input Filter Time | 3.0 ms |
| Control Supply Voltage | 24 V DC |
| Power Feed Connector | 1 x M8 male, 4-pin |
| Power Downstream Connector | 1 x M8 female, 4-pin |
| Internal Box Current Draw | 45 mA (excluding sensor draw, max. 0.5 A) |
| Electrical Isolation | 500 V (Control voltage to fieldbus) |
| IP Protection Class | IP65 / IP66 / IP67 (conforms to EN 60529) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 to +55 degC |
| Storage Temperature Range | -25 to +85 degC |
| Standards & Compliance | EN 60068-2-6 (Vibration), EN 60068-2-27 (Shock), CE, UL |
| Weight | 210 g (0.46 lbs) |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) | 0.50 kg (Includes protective industrial packaging) |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Interface Connection | Pin Configuration | Function Assignment |
|---|---|---|
| Power Feed (M8 Male, 4-Pin) | Pin 1 | Feed control voltage Us, +24 V DC |
| Pin 2 | Feed auxiliary/load voltage Up, +24 V DC | |
| Pin 3 | GNDs (Control voltage ground reference) | |
| Pin 4 | GNDp (Auxiliary/load voltage ground reference) | |
| Modbus RTU (M12, 5-Pin B-Coded) | Pin 1 | Shield (FE) |
| Pin 2 | RxD/TxD-A (RS485 Negative data line) | |
| Pin 3 | DGND (Modbus internal reference ground) | |
| Pin 4 | RxD/TxD-B (RS485 Positive data line) | |
| Pin 5 | Not Connected |
The IP1001-B730 uses a direct Modbus interface. Users of Beckhoff Lightbus or PROFIBUS systems should source the IP1001-B310 or IP1001-B200 variants respectively. Physical mounting dimensions and M8 sensor mapping are identical across these model variations, easing cross-protocol mechanical retrofits. Note that firmware modifications in the master host PLC are required if migrating to a different fieldbus family.
To guarantee IP67 execution, all unused M8 and M12 connection ports must be covered with industrial threaded brass protective caps. Leaving ports uncapped breaches the physical seal, risking internal galvanic tracking and permanent component failure from condensation. Additionally, ensure the total combined current of sensors connected to the module does not exceed 0.5 A to prevent safety shutdown or thermal loading of the internal bus coupler.
The Modbus address is established via two rotary address switches located under the physical screw-cover cap on the side of the module. Setting changes only take effect after power cycling the unit. Always activate a termination resistor (120 Ohm) on the last physical node of the Modbus segment. Use the Beckhoff KS2000 serial programming software interface to easily monitor active data frames and calibrate custom communication filter limits if standard parameters are insufficient.
Securely bolt the Fieldbus Box to a flat machine surface using two standard M3 screws, avoiding areas exposed to constant abrasive spray or direct thermal radiation.
Unscrew the protective side cover and adjust the node ID using the integrated rotary switches to define the unique Modbus station address.
Tighten all sensor and power cabling connectors using manual force or calibrated torque wrenches (max. 0.4 Nm for M8, 0.6 Nm for M12) to secure the sealing ring against dust and water.
Perform a dry-run test to verify that the integrated network LEDs light up and signal proper Modbus host status before running live production logic.
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Germany
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