{"product_id":"beckhoff-ip2312-b200-lightbus-fieldbus-box","title":"BECKHOFF IP2312-B200 Lightbus Fieldbus Box","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF IP2312-B200\u003c\/strong\u003e is an IP67-rated Fieldbus Box designed for decentralized automation tasks in demanding industrial environments. This compact module enables direct, cabinet-free mounting on machines, simplifying field-level wiring and reducing overall installation footprints. It functions as a Lightbus-compatible interface unit, integrating both digital input and digital output processing into a single ruggedized assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with 4 digital inputs and 4 digital outputs, the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF IP2312-B200\u003c\/strong\u003e connects standard 24 V DC sensors and actuators directly to the high-speed Beckhoff Lightbus system. Signals are transferred via fiber-optic IP-Link communication channels, ensuring high noise immunity and fast signal processing across distributed setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe device is constructed with robust M12 connections to guarantee moisture and dust protection. This design ensures highly reliable signal transmission and physical durability in areas subject to vibration, washdowns, or contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect integration into Lightbus (IP-Link) industrial network architectures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized design with 4 digital inputs (24 V DC) and 4 digital outputs (24 V DC, 0.5 A per channel).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIP67-rated housing for reliable operation directly on machinery without a protective enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eM12 connection technology for secure, vibration-resistant sensor and actuator cabling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLocal status LEDs indicating fieldbus communication states and I\/O status for simplified diagnostics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact form factor suitable for tight mounting spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized machine control and factory automation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConveyor and material handling systems requiring IP67 distributed I\/O.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePneumatic and hydraulic valve control systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembly lines utilizing high-speed Lightbus communications in harsh environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIP2312-B200\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFieldbus Box I\/O Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFieldbus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLightbus (IP-Link)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4 channels, 24 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDigital Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4 channels, 24 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMax. 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