Turck TBEN-S series digital I/O

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Turck has released the first ultracompact, digital block-I/O modules of the TBEN-S (small) series. The fully potted IP67 modules are only 3.2 x 14.2 cm and allow assembly directly on the machine. With their extended temperature range from -40°C to +70°C, the devices are highly versatile.

Every module can be operated without additional gateways in each of the three ethernet systems: Profinet, Modbus TCP or EtherNet/IP. The devices recognise the used protocol automatically by listening to the communication during the start-up phase. An integrated switch allows the use of the devices in a line topology.

The modules are available in five variants: four digital inputs and outputs; eight digital inputs with module diagnostics; eight digital inputs with channel diagnostics; eight digital outputs; and eight universal digital inputs and outputs. The outputs switch a current of up to 2 A. Each output channel is continuously monitored by an integrated diagnostic system that records all events in the device’s event log. This simplifies troubleshooting and reduces downtime. The internal web server, which can be used to display diagnostics in plain text, also contributes to this. The webpage has been set up following the concept of ‘responsive design’ so that a smartphone can also be used for easy diagnosis.