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BECKHOFF IP2401-B400 Fieldbus Box

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  • Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
  • Product No.: IP2401-B400
  • Origin Germany
  • Product Type: Fieldbus Boxes
  • Payment: T/T, Western Union
  • Weight: 0.35 kg
  • Shipping port: Xiamen
  • Warranty: 12 months

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Description

Designed for decentralized automation tasks in harsh industrial environments, the IP2401-B400 serves as a rugged, high-performance Fieldbus Box interface module operating within Interbus network architectures. This compact, machine-mountable station facilitates direct connection of digital and analog peripheral signals to a high-speed control network without requiring a protective control cabinet. By utilizing robust integrated M23 connection interfaces, the unit ensures stable communication and rapid transmission of operational data under demanding conditions. Engineering, system diagnostics, and device configuration are performed through the KS2000 software tool, minimizing commissioning time and simplifying system maintenance.

Features

  • Direct network integration using dedicated dual M23 sockets (1 x 9-pin female and 1 x 9-pin male).
  • Seamless device parameterization and troubleshooting via the KS2000 configuration interface.
  • Efficient module power distribution utilizing compact M8 4-pin connectors (feed and downstream loop).
  • Robust cabinet-free construction rated for IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection against dust and liquid ingress.
  • High-integrity electrical isolation to prevent cross-channel interference and secure system logic.
  • Excellent mechanical resistance to industrial shock and vibration.

Applications

The Beckhoff IP2401-B400 is engineered for demanding industrial fields, including:

  • Automotive manufacturing and robotic assembly lines.
  • Material handling systems and conveyor networks.
  • Packaging, food, and beverage processing equipment.
  • General decentralized plant-level machine control.

Technical Specifications

CategoryTechnical ParameterValue
Manufacturer BECKHOFF IP2401-B400
Product Type Fieldbus Box (Interbus) Interbus
Bus Interface 1 x M23 female socket (9-pin), 1 x M23 male socket (9-pin) KS2000 interface
Control Voltage 24 V DC (20 to 29 V DC) According to I/O type
Power Supply Connection Feed: 1 x M8 male socket (4-pin); Downstream: 1 x M8 female socket (4-pin) 85 mA + sensor consumption (max. 0.5 A)
Electrical Isolation Control voltage/fieldbus: No; Control voltage/inputs-outputs: According to I/O type IP65/66/67 (conforms to EN 60529)
Operating Temperature 0 to +55 degC -25 to +85 degC
Vibration/Shock Resistance Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27 Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4
Weight Approx. 350 g Variable

Connections and Interfaces

Connector TypePin ConfigurationFunction
Bus Interface (In) M23 Male (9-pin) Incoming Interbus signal
Bus Interface (Out) M23 Female (9-pin) Outgoing Interbus signal to downstream devices
Power Feed M8 Male (4-pin) 24 V DC control voltage input
Power Downstream M8 Female (4-pin) 24 V DC loop-through output to adjacent modules

Installation Guidelines

  • Mount directly to the machine structure or mounting plate using specified mounting holes. No control cabinet is required.
  • Ensure all M8 and M23 connectors are mated and torqued to specifications to maintain the IP65/66/67 protection ratings.
  • Ensure appropriate system grounding through the physical mounting contact points to dissipate electrostatic energy.
  • Avoid routing communication cables adjacent to high-power motor lines or variable frequency drives to minimize electromagnetic interference.

Compliance and Certifications

  • CE
  • EMC Immunity: EN 61000-6-2
  • EMC Emission: EN 61000-6-4
  • Environmental Testing: EN 60068-2-6 (Vibration) and EN 60068-2-27 (Shock)
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Global Express Shipping

  • Standard Delivery: 4–6 business days via DHL, FedEx, and UPS.
  • Express Dispatch: Same-day dispatch for in-stock orders placed before 2:00 PM (GMT+8).
  • Worldwide Coverage: Serving over 150 countries.

Returns & Warranty

  • 30-Day Guarantee: Returns accepted for in-stock products in original, factory-sealed packaging.
  • 12-Month Warranty: Every industrial component is backed by our technical warranty.
FAQ
What fieldbus protocol does the Beckhoff IP2401-B400 module support?
The IP2401-B400 is designed for communication within Interbus fieldbus industrial networks.
How is the IP2401-B400 Fieldbus Box configured?
The module is configured and parameterized using Beckhoff's KS2000 software tool interface.
What environmental protection rating does this module carry?
It features an IP65/66/67 rating according to EN 60529, enabling cabinet-free installation directly on machines in harsh, wet, or dusty environments.
What are the power requirements for the IP2401-B400?
The control voltage operates at 24 V DC (with a range of 20 to 29 V DC), consuming a base current of 85 mA plus sensor draw up to a maximum of 0.5 A.
What connections are used for the fieldbus interface on this unit?
The fieldbus interface is equipped with one 9-pin M23 female socket and one 9-pin M23 male socket.
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  • Manufacturer: BECKHOFF

  • Product No.: IP2401-B400

  • Country of origin:Germany

  • Product Type: Fieldbus Boxes

  • Payment: T/T, Western Union

  • Weight: 350g

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

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Description

Designed for decentralized automation tasks in harsh industrial environments, the IP2401-B400 serves as a rugged, high-performance Fieldbus Box interface module operating within Interbus network architectures. This compact, machine-mountable station facilitates direct connection of digital and analog peripheral signals to a high-speed control network without requiring a protective control cabinet. By utilizing robust integrated M23 connection interfaces, the unit ensures stable communication and rapid transmission of operational data under demanding conditions. Engineering, system diagnostics, and device configuration are performed through the KS2000 software tool, minimizing commissioning time and simplifying system maintenance.

Features

  • Direct network integration using dedicated dual M23 sockets (1 x 9-pin female and 1 x 9-pin male).
  • Seamless device parameterization and troubleshooting via the KS2000 configuration interface.
  • Efficient module power distribution utilizing compact M8 4-pin connectors (feed and downstream loop).
  • Robust cabinet-free construction rated for IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection against dust and liquid ingress.
  • High-integrity electrical isolation to prevent cross-channel interference and secure system logic.
  • Excellent mechanical resistance to industrial shock and vibration.

Applications

The Beckhoff IP2401-B400 is engineered for demanding industrial fields, including:

  • Automotive manufacturing and robotic assembly lines.
  • Material handling systems and conveyor networks.
  • Packaging, food, and beverage processing equipment.
  • General decentralized plant-level machine control.

Technical Specifications

CategoryTechnical ParameterValue
Manufacturer BECKHOFF IP2401-B400
Product Type Fieldbus Box (Interbus) Interbus
Bus Interface 1 x M23 female socket (9-pin), 1 x M23 male socket (9-pin) KS2000 interface
Control Voltage 24 V DC (20 to 29 V DC) According to I/O type
Power Supply Connection Feed: 1 x M8 male socket (4-pin); Downstream: 1 x M8 female socket (4-pin) 85 mA + sensor consumption (max. 0.5 A)
Electrical Isolation Control voltage/fieldbus: No; Control voltage/inputs-outputs: According to I/O type IP65/66/67 (conforms to EN 60529)
Operating Temperature 0 to +55 degC -25 to +85 degC
Vibration/Shock Resistance Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27 Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4
Weight Approx. 350 g Variable

Connections and Interfaces

Connector TypePin ConfigurationFunction
Bus Interface (In) M23 Male (9-pin) Incoming Interbus signal
Bus Interface (Out) M23 Female (9-pin) Outgoing Interbus signal to downstream devices
Power Feed M8 Male (4-pin) 24 V DC control voltage input
Power Downstream M8 Female (4-pin) 24 V DC loop-through output to adjacent modules

Installation Guidelines

  • Mount directly to the machine structure or mounting plate using specified mounting holes. No control cabinet is required.
  • Ensure all M8 and M23 connectors are mated and torqued to specifications to maintain the IP65/66/67 protection ratings.
  • Ensure appropriate system grounding through the physical mounting contact points to dissipate electrostatic energy.
  • Avoid routing communication cables adjacent to high-power motor lines or variable frequency drives to minimize electromagnetic interference.

Compliance and Certifications

  • CE
  • EMC Immunity: EN 61000-6-2
  • EMC Emission: EN 61000-6-4
  • Environmental Testing: EN 60068-2-6 (Vibration) and EN 60068-2-27 (Shock)

What fieldbus protocol does the Beckhoff IP2401-B400 module support?

The IP2401-B400 is designed for communication within Interbus fieldbus industrial networks.

How is the IP2401-B400 Fieldbus Box configured?

The module is configured and parameterized using Beckhoff's KS2000 software tool interface.

What environmental protection rating does this module carry?

It features an IP65/66/67 rating according to EN 60529, enabling cabinet-free installation directly on machines in harsh, wet, or dusty environments.

What are the power requirements for the IP2401-B400?

The control voltage operates at 24 V DC (with a range of 20 to 29 V DC), consuming a base current of 85 mA plus sensor draw up to a maximum of 0.5 A.

What connections are used for the fieldbus interface on this unit?

The fieldbus interface is equipped with one 9-pin M23 female socket and one 9-pin M23 male socket.

Global Express Shipping

  • Standard Delivery: 4-6 Business Days via DHL, FedEx, and UPS.
  • Express Dispatch: Same-day dispatch for in-stock orders placed before 2:00 PM (GMT+8).
  • Worldwide Coverage: Serving over 150 countries, including rapid delivery to Saudi Arabia and UAE.

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  • 30-Day Guarantee: Returns accepted for in-stock products in original, factory-sealed packaging.
  • 12-Month Warranty: Every industrial component is backed by our professional technical warranty.

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