{"product_id":"beckhoff-epi1809-0022-io-link-box","title":"Beckhoff EPI1809-0022 IO-Link Box","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eFacilitating decentralized field signal acquisition, the Beckhoff EPI1809-0022 interfaces sixteen 24 V DC digital inputs directly to an IO-Link master. This highly compact IO-Link box allows sensors to be connected directly in the field without requiring a protective electrical enclosure. The module operates as an \u003cstrong\u003eIO-Link Class A device\u003c\/strong\u003e, exchanging process data and configuration parameters over a standardized point-to-point communication channel. The robust structural encapsulation ensures reliable functionality in harsh manufacturing zones where dust, moisture, and high mechanical vibration are prevalent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Digital Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-density distribution with Type 3 input characteristics according to EN 61131-2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIO-Link V1.1 Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports the Class A specification with high-speed COM3 communication rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfigurable Filters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Input filter times are adjustable from 0 to 20 ms to accommodate various sensor responses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Sensor Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e A collective 0.5 A sensor supply is fully protected against short-circuit events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Seal:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection ratings enable direct field mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomotive assembly lines and conveyor networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized input monitoring on large packaging machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMachine-mount sensor aggregation in washdown or wet processing areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRobotic end-of-arm tooling requiring lightweight signal hubs.\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    \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;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification Value\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;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation GmbH \u0026amp; Co. KG\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 Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eEPI1809-0022\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;\"\u003eCommunication Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIO-Link\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;\"\u003eIO-Link Specification Version\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eV1.1, Class A\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;\"\u003eData Transfer Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e230.4 kbaud (COM3)\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;\"\u003ePrimary Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e1 x M12 plug, A-coded\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;\"\u003e16\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 Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eM12, screw type\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;\"\u003eNominal Input 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;\"\u003eInput Filter Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e3.0 ms (default), adjustable from 0 to 20 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;\"\u003e\"0\" Signal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e-3 to +5 V (EN 61131-2, type 3)\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;\"\u003e\"1\" Signal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e11 to 30 V (EN 61131-2, type 3)\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 Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eTypical 3 mA (EN 61131-2, type 3)\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;\"\u003eSensor Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eMaximum 0.5 A from L+, short-circuit proof in total\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;\"\u003eCurrent Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eTypical 100 mA from L+\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;\"\u003e-25 to +60 Celsius\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-40 to +85 Celsius\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;\"\u003eIP65 \/ IP66 \/ IP67 (conforms to EN 60529)\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;\"\u003eVibration \u0026amp; Shock Standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eConforms to EN 60068-2-6 and EN 60068-2-27\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;\"\u003eEMC Immunity \u0026amp; Emission\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eConforms to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-4\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;\"\u003eApprovals\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCE, UL\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;\"\u003eModule Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e250 g\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2.0 kg\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    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe EPI1809-0022 uses Class A port assignment. Note that when replacing an older EP1809-0022 module, the control system must be adapted because the EP series operates natively on EtherCAT (requiring an EtherCAT master and XML descriptions), whereas the EPI series uses the IO-Link physical protocol layer under a master gateway. Verify that the master IO-Link port pinout matches the standard Class A configuration before commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eA common issue in field installations is overloading the sensor supply line. While individual input current is restricted to typical Type 3 parameters (3 mA), the aggregate sensor supply is capped at 0.5 A. If several high-current photo-electric proximity sensors or ultrasonic transducers are powered directly from this unit, the short-circuit protection mechanism will engage, shutting down auxiliary sensor power. Ensure a power budget calculation is done for all 16 connected devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen pairing the device with non-Beckhoff IO-Link masters, ensure that the correct manufacturer IODD configuration file is loaded into the engineering software (such as TwinCAT or TIA Portal) to correctly map the 16-channel process image. Tighten all unused M12 connections with protective caps to maintain the IP67 integrity; failure to seal unused ports can allow condensation to bridge contacts over time, causing intermittent \"0\" and \"1\" signal faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prior to commencing any mechanical mounting or cable connection steps, completely de-energize the main 24 V DC system supply line to the IO-Link master unit. Do not plug or unplug M12 cables while under electrical load, as contact-arcing could damage sensitive semiconductor components in the internal transceiver circuit.\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: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eMount the module directly to a flat, vibration-resistant surface using two M4 screws through the integrated chassis mounting holes. Ensure the installation position allows for adequate cable strain relief.\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: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSecurely plug the A-coded M12 IO-Link communication cable into the module's communication port and hand-tighten the coupling nut.\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: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eConnect the 16 digital input sensors to the appropriate M12 input channels. Utilize standard torque wrenches for M12 connectors to guarantee environmental sealing without over-tightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003ePower up the master system and configure the corresponding input filter settings and channel maps within your automation development workspace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106522849643,"sku":"EPI1809-0022","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/epi1809-0022-20c4seix3ie.png?v=1776244699","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/tr\/products\/beckhoff-epi1809-0022-io-link-box","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}