{"product_id":"beckhoff-ip2311-b528-fieldbus-box-digital-i-o-module","title":"Beckhoff IP2311-B528 Fieldbus Box Digital I\/O Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eManaging decentralized digital signals in harsh environments is streamlined using the BECKHOFF IP2311-B528, a rugged fieldbus interface block designed for direct machine mounting. This device features \u003cstrong\u003e4 digital inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e4 digital outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e housed in a compact IP67 enclosure, eliminating the need for protective control cabinets. Operating on the \u003cstrong\u003eDeviceNet protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e, the module utilizes standard \u003cstrong\u003eM8 connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e for robust, vibration-resistant sensor and actuator connections. The integrated T-connector simplifies bus cabling by allowing direct loop-through configuration of the network lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Performance Protocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct integration into DeviceNet networks with support for standard baud rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Input Processing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 digital inputs with a fast 0.2 ms hardware filter to ensure real-time signal capture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtected Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 short-circuit proof digital outputs capable of switching up to 0.5 A per channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarsh Environment Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully encapsulated IP67-rated housing protects against dust, moisture, and mechanical stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficient Wiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated DeviceNet T-connector reduces installation time and external cabling components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized material handling and sorting systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomotive assembly lines and robotic cells requiring direct-mount I\/O blocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePackaging machinery and processing plants with high exposure to washdown processes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIP2311-B528\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eFieldbus System\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eDeviceNet\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e4 digital inputs (24 V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eInput Filter Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.2 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eNumber of Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e4 digital outputs (24 V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eMax. Output Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.5 A per channel (short-circuit proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eI\/O Connection Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eM8 screw-type connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eBus Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIntegrated DeviceNet T-connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePower Supply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e24 V DC (-15% \/ +20%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIP67\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0 to +55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e-25 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2.0 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunction Assignment\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eM8 Inputs (Channels 1 - 4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003ePin 1: +24 V DC sensor supply; Pin 3: 0 V DC; Pin 4: Input signal\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eM8 Outputs (Channels 5 - 8)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003ePin 1: Not connected; Pin 3: 0 V DC; Pin 4: Output signal\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eDeviceNet Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIntegrated T-connector for continuous signal loop-through\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003eThe IP2311-B528 is drop-in compatible with standard DeviceNet systems using generic EDS configuration files. When substituting older generation IP2301 or IP2310 modules, verify the master's mapping configuration because of minor variations in I\/O byte allocation. Always confirm that the network scanner is configured to read exactly 1 byte of input data and 1 byte of output data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003eTo maintain the integrity of the IP67 protection class, all unused M8 receptacles must be sealed with threaded protective metal caps. Operating the unit with open ports in high-humidity or wet areas can result in internal moisture accumulation, leading to permanent module failures or intermittent DeviceNet bus errors caused by localized ground faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003eThe DeviceNet Node ID (MAC ID) and network transmission speed are configured via rotary switches located underneath the transparent protective screw-cap on the front face. Ensure that the module's 24 V DC logic power supply is separate from the high-current output load supply to isolate the communications transceiver from inductive switching noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003eDisconnect all control and load power supplies prior to establishing or modifying physical network connections. Working on live DeviceNet trunks or active M8 I\/O cabling can cause short-circuits, trigger sudden machine motion, or damage the communications transceivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eMount the Fieldbus Box on a flat, vibration-dampened surface using M4 screws through the integrated mounting ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eSet the DeviceNet node address and baud rate via the rotary switches under the transparent cover, then securely torque the cover to maintain sealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eConnect the DeviceNet trunk lines and route all M8 sensor and actuator cables. Hand-tighten all connectors, then tighten to the manufacturer's specified torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106456691051,"sku":"IP2311-B528","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/ip2311-b528-fqt4yybl33u.png?v=1776245020","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/beckhoff-ip2311-b528-fieldbus-box-digital-i-o-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}