En Omnielectric, we discuss the advanced IO-Link Master IO-Link of BELDEN, a standardized I/O technology that enables intelligent communication with sensors and actuators. The LioN-X and LioN-Power IO-Link Masters from Lumberg Automation facilitate easy integration in the most common industrial PLC environments. This new product family, compatible with multiple protocols, is Industry 4.0 ready thanks to the various IIoT protocols integrated. It is a fast, reliable, and secure solution for collecting, converting, and transmitting critical data in automated production environments.
Features and Benefits of the BELDEN IO-Link Master
The BELDEN IO-LINK Master stands out for several features and benefits that make it an indispensable solution for industry:
- Process Efficiency Improvement: Adjust the IO-Link Master to the fieldbus protocol used for fast and reliable data transmission to your PLC environment.
- Readiness for Industry 4.0: IIoT protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT, CoAP and REST API facilitate cloud communication, enabling access to sensor data at the enterprise level.
- Intuitive Configuration: IO-Link device parameterization is simplified through the IODD interpreter, using the LioN-Management Suite and the LioN-X web server.
- Time Saving: Installation is optimized thanks to the hybrid encoding that combines data and power, significantly reducing installation time.
- Predictive Maintenance: Evaluating sensor and actuator diagnostic data helps prevent failures and improve maintenance.
BELDEN IO-Link Masters Summary Table
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Product Family |
Bus Protocol | Width | I/O |
Power Connection |
| LION-X IO-LINK MASTER | Multi-protocol | 60 millimeters | 8 IO-LINK (Class A) | M12 Power, 5 pins, L coding |
| Multi-protocol (including CC-Link IE Field Basic) | ||||
| Multi-protocol + https | 4 IO-LINK (Class A), 4 IO-LINK (Class B) | |||
| LION-XLIGHT IO-LINK MASTER | PROFINET | 60 millimeters | 8 IO-LINK (Class A) | M12 Power, 5 pins, L coding |
| Ethernet/IP | ||||
| EtherCAT | ||||
| CC-Link IE Field Basic | ||||
| Modbus TCP | ||||
| PROFINET | 4 IO-LINK (Class A) + 8 DI | |||
| Ethernet/IP | ||||
| EtherCAT | ||||
| Modbus TCP | ||||
| CC-Link IE Field Basic | ||||
| LION-POWER IO-LINK MASTER (EEC), M12 POWER, OPERATING TEMPERATURE -40 °C TO +70 °C | PROFINET | 60 millimeters | 4DI 4DO 8LIO | 2 x M12, L coding |
| Multi-protocol | 60 millimeters | 4DI 4DO 8LIO | 2 x M12, L coding | |
| LION-POWER IO-LINK MASTER, MULTI-PROTOCOL (PROFINET AND ETHERNET/IP) WITH HYBRID M12 CONNECTION | Multi-protocol | 30 millimeters | 4DI 8LIO (M12) | 2 x M12, Y-coded |
| 30 millimeters | 4DI 8LIO (M8) | 2 x M12, Y-coded | ||
| LION-POWER IO-LINK MASTER, MULTI-PROTOCOL (PROFINET AND ETHERNET/IP) WITH M12 POWER CONNECTION | Multi-protocol | 30 millimeters | 4DI 8LIO (M12) | 2 x M12, L coding |
| 30 millimeters | 4DI 8LIO (M8) | 2 x M12, L coding | ||
| 60 millimeters | 4 DI 4 DO 8 IO-LINK (M12) | 2 x M12, L coding | ||
| 60 millimeters | 4 DI 4 DO 8 IO-LINK (M12)* | 2 x M12, L coding | ||
| LION-POWER IO-LINK MASTER, PROFINET WITH HYBRID M12 CONNECTION (DATA AND POWER) | PROFINET | 30 millimeters | 4DI 8LIO (M12) | 2 x M12, Y-coded |
| 30 millimeters | 4DI 8LIO (M8) | 2 x M12, Y-coded | ||
| LION-POWER IO-LINK MASTER, PROFINET WITH M12 POWER CONNECTION | PROFINET | 30 millimeters | 4DI 8LIO (M12) | 2 x M12, L coding |
| 30 millimeters | 4DI 8LIO (M8) | 2 x M12, L coding | ||
| 60 millimeters | 4 DI 4 DO 8 IO-LINK (M12) | 2 x M12, L coding | ||
| 60 millimeters | 4 DI 4 DO 8 IO-LINK (M12)* | 2 x M12, L coding |
The BELDEN IO-Link Master, with its advanced capabilities and flexibility, is an ideal solution to optimize efficiency and connectivity in industrial environments. At Omnielectric, we are dedicated to offering the best technologies to our customers, ensuring they are equipped to face the challenges of Industry 4.0.
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