BECKHOFF

Beckhoff IP2000-B400 Fieldbus Box

SKU IP2000-B400

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  • Manufacturer: BECKHOFF

  • Product No.: IP2000-B400

  • Country of origin:Germany

  • Product Type: Fieldbus Boxes

  • Payment: T/T, Western Union

  • Weight: 350g

  • Dimensions: 30 mm x 210 mm x 26.5 mm

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Description

Designed for distributed industrial automation environments, the IP2000-B400 serves as a robust Interbus fieldbus box featuring 8 digital output channels. This low-profile module enables direct connection of binary control signals from the Interbus network to actuators, contactors, solenoid valves, and indicator lamps. Engineered with a highly resilient polyamide housing, the device allows for direct mounting on machines and process equipment without requiring an additional protective control cabinet.

The IP2000-B400 manages decentralized digital output processing with high-speed performance, achieving an approximate 1 ms data transfer time when operating up to 10 modules. The integration of standard M8 and M23 connections ensures stable mechanical and electrical interfaces under demanding factory floor conditions.

Features

  • 8-channel digital output layout handling up to 0.5 A per channel.
  • Integrated Interbus communication interface with data transfer speeds up to 500 kBaud.
  • Short-circuit protected digital outputs with an auxiliary power configuration.
  • Robust IP65/66/67 rating for superior resistance to moisture, dust, and environmental contaminants.
  • Standardized M23 connections for secure, vibration-resistant bus cabling.
  • Compact 30 mm width optimization for tight physical mounting spaces.

Applications

  • Automotive assembly lines and robotic welding cells.
  • Conveyor systems and high-throughput material handling.
  • Packaging machinery and automated bottling plants.
  • De-centralized field I/O processing in harsh processing environments.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Beckhoff
Part Number / Model IP2000-B400
Fieldbus Protocol Interbus
Number of Outputs 8
Output Connections 8 mm, snap-type
Load Type Ohmic, inductive, lamp load
Nominal Output Voltage 24 V DC (-15% / +20%)
Maximum Output Current 0.5 A per channel (individually short-circuit proof)
Short-Circuit Current Typically 1.5 A
Data Transfer Rate 500 kBaud
Cable Length Maximum 400 m between modules
Power Supply Connection Feed: 1 x M8 male socket (4-pin); Downstream: 1 x M8 female socket (4-pin)
Bus Interface 1 x M23 female socket (9-pin), 1 x M23 male socket (9-pin)
Box Supply Current 85 mA + sensor consumption (max. 0.5 A)
Material PA6 (polyamide)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 30 mm x 210 mm x 26.5 mm
Operating Temperature 0 to +55 degC
Storage Temperature -25 to +85 degC
Protection Rating IP65/66/67 (conforms to EN 60529)
Weight Approx. 350 g

Connections and Interfaces

Interface Type Connector Style Pin Count Function
Power Supply (Feed) M8 Male 4-pin Control voltage and load voltage input
Power Supply (Downstream) M8 Female 4-pin Power distribution to subsequent modules
Bus Interface (In) M23 Male 9-pin Interbus network incoming connection
Bus Interface (Out) M23 Female 9-pin Interbus network outgoing connection

Installation Guidelines

  • Mount the module securely using the two integrated 3.5 mm diameter fixing holes intended for M3 screws.
  • Ensure all M8 and M23 connectors are fully tightened to their specified torques to maintain the IP67 protection integrity.
  • Verify that the external 24 V DC power source matches the designated nominal voltage and current requirements.
  • Keep bus communication cables separate from high-power AC lines to reduce potential electromagnetic interference.

Compliance and Certifications

  • EMC Immunity: Conforms to EN 61000-6-2
  • EMC Emission: Conforms to EN 61000-6-4
  • Vibration Resistance: Conforms to EN 60068-2-6
  • Shock Resistance: Conforms to EN 60068-2-27

FAQ

What is the primary function of the Beckhoff IP2000-B400 module?

The Beckhoff IP2000-B400 is an Interbus fieldbus box featuring 8 digital output channels designed to transmit binary control signals directly to field actuators without requiring an enclosure.

What is the maximum output current rating per channel?

Each of the 8 digital output channels supports a maximum current of 0.5 A and includes individual short-circuit protection.

What connectors are used for the bus interface?

The bus interface is equipped with one 9-pin M23 male connector and one 9-pin M23 female connector.

What environmental protection rating does this module carry?

The IP2000-B400 features an IP65/66/67 rating, making it highly resistant to dust, spray water, and immersion.

What is the operating temperature range for this Fieldbus Box?

The device operates reliably in temperatures ranging from 0 to +55 degC.

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