BECKHOFF IP2300-B200 Fieldbus Box 4-Channel Digital Input / 4-Channel Digital Output Module

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Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: IP2300-B200
Country of origin:Germany
Product Type: Fieldbus Box Modules
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 250g
Dimensions: 30 mm x 210 mm x 26.5 mm
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

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Description

Decentralized signal processing directly on machinery is efficiently handled by the IP2300-B200 digital input/output fieldbus box. This rugged device integrates four digital inputs and four digital outputs into a compact, robust housing designed for environments where traditional control cabinets are impractical. By using the high-speed Beckhoff Lightbus system, the module facilitates rapid and noise-immune communication across distributed setups.

The fieldbus box uses plastic optical fibers (APF) to exchange data, providing optical isolation that prevents electromagnetic interference from disrupting signal integrity. It supports 24 V DC I/O signals with quick response times and features comprehensive short-circuit protection across all outputs. Standard M8 connection interfaces simplify wiring, making this unit a reliable component for harsh industrial automation zones.

Features

Four 24 V DC digital inputs with 3.0 ms filter time.
Four 24 V DC digital outputs rated at 0.5 A per channel.
Noise-immune Lightbus system utilizing 1000 micrometer APF plastic fiber-optic cables.
Inherent resistance to electromagnetic interference due to fiber-optic data transmission.
Direct machine mounting with a high protection rating of IP65, IP66, or IP67.
Individually short-circuit proof outputs with typical 1.5 A short-circuit current limit.
Feed-through power supply connections via M8 ports for simplified system cabling.

Applications

Decentralized manufacturing automation and assembly lines.
Conveyor and material handling systems requiring localized I/O control.
High-noise environments such as welding cells or heavy machinery zones.
Process plants needing field-level I/O integration without protective enclosures.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer	BECKHOFF
Part Number/Model	IP2300-B200
Product Type	Fieldbus Box (Digital Input/Output)
Communication Protocol	Lightbus
Data Transfer Medium	APF (plastic) fiber-optic conductor (1000 micrometer)
Data Transfer Rate	2.5 Mbaud
Bus Interface	2 x fiber-optic socket for plug ZS1020-0010
Distance Between Stations	Max. 45 m
Number of Channels	4 inputs + 4 outputs
Input Filter Time	3.0 ms
"0" Signal Voltage Range	-3 to +5 V
"1" Signal Voltage Range	11 to 30 V (6 mA input current, EN 61131-2, type 2)
Sensor Supply Current	Max. 0.5 A total, short-circuit proof (derived from control voltage)
Load Types Supported	Ohmic, inductive, lamp load
Rated Load Voltage	24 V DC (-15% / +20%)
Max. Output Current	0.5 A per channel (individually short-circuit proof)
Short-Circuit Current Limit	typ. 1.5 A
Power Connections	Feed: 1 x M8 male socket, 4-pin; Downstream: 1 x M8 female socket, 4-pin
Control Voltage	24 V DC (-15% / +20%)
Electrical Isolation	Control voltage to fieldbus: Yes; Channels to control voltage: No
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
Protection Rating	IP65, IP66, IP67 (conforms to EN 60529)
Housing Material	PA6 (polyamide)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	30 mm x 210 mm x 26.5 mm
Weight	approx. 250 g

Connections and Interfaces

Interface Type	Connection Detail	Function
Bus Ports	2 x Fiber-optic sockets	Lightbus optical ring connection (ZS1020-0010 plug compatibility)
I/O Connections	8 x 8 mm snap-type ports	4 x digital inputs, 4 x digital outputs
Power Feed	1 x M8 male connector, 4-pin	Main control voltage and load supply input
Power Downstream	1 x M8 female connector, 4-pin	Power distribution loop to subsequent modules

Installation Guidelines

Mount the unit directly on a flat machine surface using the two integrated 3.5 mm diameter fixing holes intended for M3 screws.
Observe minimum bending radii constraints for the APF plastic fiber-optic cables to prevent signal attenuation or damage.
Ensure all unused M8 and 8 mm snap-type ports are sealed with appropriate protective caps to preserve the IP67 integrity.
Disconnect the auxiliary power supply before connecting or disconnecting fiber-optic components.

Compliance and Certifications

Key Features:

#Beckhoff Lightbus #Fieldbus Box Modules

What is the primary communication protocol for the Beckhoff IP2300-B200?

The module communicates via the Beckhoff Lightbus system, using fiber-optic sockets (APF plastic fibers, 1000 micrometers) for high-speed, noise-immune data transfer.

What are the input and output ratings of this module?

The IP2300-B200 features four digital inputs rated for 24 V DC with a 3 ms filter time, and four digital outputs rated at 0.5 A per channel, which are individually short-circuit proof.

What physical environmental protections does this module offer?

It features an IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection rating according to EN 60529, allowing it to be mounted directly on machinery in wet, dusty, or demanding industrial areas.

How is power distributed through the IP2300-B200 fieldbus box?

Power is connected via a 4-pin M8 male socket and can be looped through to downstream modules using a corresponding 4-pin M8 female socket.

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