BECKHOFF

BECKHOFF IP2301-B200 Fieldbus Box

SKU IP2301-B200

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  • Manufacturer: BECKHOFF

  • Product No.: IP2301-B200

  • Country of origin:Germany

  • Product Type: Fieldbus Boxes

  • Payment: T/T, Western Union

  • Weight: 2000g

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Description

The BECKHOFF IP2301-B200 is a Lightbus-compatible Fieldbus Box designed for distributed automation topologies in demanding physical environments. By integrating digital inputs and digital outputs into a single compact housing, this module allows direct, localized connection of sensors and actuators without requiring an additional protective control cabinet. The device interfaces with the Beckhoff Lightbus system, capitalizing on optical fiber data transmission to guarantee exceptional noise immunity and rapid communication cycles across the field level.

Equipped with an IP67 protection rating, the BECKHOFF IP2301-B200 is highly resistant to dust, moisture, and mechanical stress, making it suitable for direct mounting on machinery. Signal routing is facilitated through vibration-resistant M8 connections, minimizing wiring complexity and lowering potential points of failure in localized automated installations.

Features

  • Four digital inputs (24 V DC) with a 3 ms input filter for signal stabilization
  • Four digital outputs (24 V DC) with up to 0.5 A switching capability per channel
  • Lightbus optical fiber interface (B200) for noise-immune network communication
  • Vibration-resistant M8 circular screw connectors for reliable sensor and actuator connections
  • IP67-rated housing for decentralized installation directly on machinery
  • Compact, space-saving design ideal for mounting in constrained locations

Applications

  • Decentralized input and output routing on manufacturing machinery and assembly lines
  • Distributed automated systems where high electromagnetic interference (EMI) is present
  • Material handling systems, packaging equipment, and industrial positioning setups
  • Direct machine-mount sensor and actuator integration requiring IP67 physical protection

Technical Specifications

General

Parameter Specification
Manufacturer BECKHOFF
Model IP2301-B200
Product Type Fieldbus Box
Protection Class IP67

Signal and I/O

Parameter Specification
Number of Digital Inputs 4
Input Voltage 24 V DC
Input Filter Time 3 ms
Number of Digital Outputs 4
Nominal Output Voltage 24 V DC
Max. Output Current 0.5 A per channel

Communication and Connections

Parameter Specification
Fieldbus Interface Lightbus (B200)
I/O Connection Method M8 circular connectors
Fieldbus Connection Method Lightbus fiber optic connector

Installation Guidelines

  1. Verify that the received model is the exact BECKHOFF IP2301-B200 and inspect the physical housing and connector pins for transport damage.
  2. Ensure all system power supplies are completely de-energized before mounting, wiring, or servicing the module.
  3. Securely mount the module directly to the machine framework or a mounting plate using the integrated mounting holes.
  4. Connect the Lightbus optical fiber cables to the dedicated fieldbus ports, respecting proper transmit (Tx) and receive (Rx) designations and standard fiber bend radii.
  5. Wire the sensors and actuators to the corresponding M8 screw connectors, ensuring they are hand-tightened and correctly torqued to maintain the IP67 liquid-tight seal.
  6. Apply 24 V DC supply voltage to the module and perform initial configuration and diagnostics via your Lightbus master interface.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the BECKHOFF IP2301-B200?

The BECKHOFF IP2301-B200 is an IP67-rated Fieldbus Box designed to interface four digital inputs and four digital outputs with a Beckhoff Lightbus network, enabling localized, reliable I/O distribution directly on machinery.

What connection technology does the BECKHOFF IP2301-B200 use for its digital I/O signals?

The BECKHOFF IP2301-B200 utilizes rugged, vibration-resistant M8 circular screw-type connectors for secure physical connections to the four digital inputs and four digital outputs.

What are the electrical ratings for the digital inputs and outputs on the BECKHOFF IP2301-B200?

The BECKHOFF IP2301-B200 features four digital inputs rated at 24 V DC with a 3 ms filter time, and four digital outputs rated at 24 V DC with a maximum output current of 0.5 A per channel.

Which fieldbus protocol is compatible with the BECKHOFF IP2301-B200?

The BECKHOFF IP2301-B200 is specifically designed for the Beckhoff Lightbus system, utilizing optical fiber connections to provide high-speed communication with excellent electromagnetic noise immunity.

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