{"product_id":"beckhoff-ip2300-b528-fieldbus-box-digital-i-o-module","title":"Beckhoff IP2300-B528 Fieldbus Box Digital I\/O Module","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  Decentralized automation architectures requiring robust, cabinet-free installation rely on the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff IP2300-B528\u003c\/strong\u003e to bridge field-level signals directly to control networks. This ruggedized fieldbus module integrates both digital input and output channels into a single, highly sealed housing, utilizing the \u003cstrong\u003eDeviceNet\u003c\/strong\u003e protocol for high-speed industrial communication. By placing I\/O points directly on the machinery, it significantly reduces field wiring complexity and installation costs.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect connection to DeviceNet networks via an integrated T-connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFour digital inputs with a hardware filter time of 3 ms to suppress contact bounce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFour short-circuit proof digital outputs delivering up to 0.5 A per channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIP67-rated enclosure resistant to moisture, dust, and mechanical stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact M8 (Ø8 mm) circular connectors for quick-disconnect field wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\u003eIndustrial Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomotive assembly lines and robotic welding cells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConveyor networks, sorting systems, and material handling equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFood processing and packaging machinery requiring washdown compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized machine tool control and pneumatic valve manifold integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\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;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; font-weight: bold; color: #1a365d;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; font-weight: bold; color: #1a365d;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eBeckhoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eIP2300-B528\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFieldbus Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eDeviceNet\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e4 channels (24 V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput Filter Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e3 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDigital Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e4 channels (24 V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMax. Output Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e0.5 A per channel (short-circuit proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eI\/O Connection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eM8 circular connectors (Ø8 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eIntegrated T-connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e24 V DC (-15% \/ +20%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eIP67 (when all connectors are mated or sealed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e0 to 55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e-25 to 85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\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 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\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;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; font-weight: bold; color: #1a365d;\"\u003eM8 Connector Pin\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; font-weight: bold; color: #1a365d;\"\u003eInput Channel Assignment\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; font-weight: bold; color: #1a365d;\"\u003eOutput Channel Assignment\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePin 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e+24 V DC Sensor Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eNot Connected\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePin 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eGND Sensor Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eGND Actuator Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePin 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eInput Signal (Ch 1 to 4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eOutput Signal (Ch 1 to 4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  The legacy IP2300-B528 module is designed specifically for DeviceNet networks. If migrating to modern industrial Ethernet architectures such as EtherCAT, consider the Beckhoff EP2308-0001 or EP2318-0001 EtherCAT Box modules. Note that while the physical M8 I\/O connector pinout remains highly compatible, the network cabling must be upgraded from DeviceNet trunk\/drop lines to industrial Ethernet cabling.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  When driving inductive loads (such as heavy-duty solenoid valves or contactors), ensure that external flyback diodes or surge suppressors are installed. Although the outputs feature internal protection, continuous high-frequency inductive switching can cause thermal stress on the output drivers, leading to premature module degradation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  To maintain the IP67 environmental rating, all unused M8 and DeviceNet ports must be sealed with official Beckhoff protective caps. When configuring the DeviceNet network, verify that the baud rate matches the master scanner configuration and that the network is terminated with a 121-ohm resistor at both physical ends of the trunk line.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\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; display: block; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n    De-energize all power sources (both logic supply and actuator load supply) before mounting, connecting, or disconnecting the module. Failure to isolate power can result in electrical arcing, damage to the internal DeviceNet transceiver, or unexpected actuator activation.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 10px; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eMount the module to a flat, vibration-resistant machine surface using two M4 screws through the integrated mounting holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 10px; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eConnect the DeviceNet network cables to the integrated T-connector, ensuring the locking rings are fully tightened to maintain the IP67 seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 10px; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eAttach the M8 sensor and actuator cables to the respective I\/O channels. Hand-tighten the connectors; do not use excessive force or tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 10px; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eApply 24 V DC auxiliary power and perform a network scan to verify communication with the DeviceNet master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106472026475,"sku":"IP2300-B528","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/ip2300-b528-dpgu0d2nyja.png?v=1776244989","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/tr\/products\/beckhoff-ip2300-b528-fieldbus-box-digital-i-o-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}