Product Description

Beckhoff IP Compact Box IP2301-B318 features four numbers of input and four numbers of output channel. In addition, there are M8 screw-type connectors interfaced on the IP2301-B318, which help making sure stable connections are established with high reliability, critical especially when the signals are conducted in harsh industrial surroundings. The use of the USB 2.0 host controller also highlights another feature of the IP2301-B318; it has transmission rates of up to 12 Mbaud. The module also has an auto baud rate detection feature, through which it can change its data rates settings on its own without user interference. This feature makes the operation easier and also brings an added value to the users. For configuration, the IP2301-B318 allows the users to configure the module through KS2000 software or by setting it up through the connected controller. This flexibility helps to allow users to set the module in the way that it will be useful for the certain application case and will not take much time on the integration with the other systems.

The module is easy to power as it uses a 24VDC signal voltage and is suitable for most industrial control systems. Also, the Beckhoff IP2301-B318 features an IP65/66/67 protection rating, meaning that it hardly degradable by dust or direct contact with water. These measures of protection are important in ensuring high performance in conditions which include the industrial setting as well as operations that are out doors. Therefore, the Beckhoff IP2301-B318 module is designed with great hardness, versatility and high speed and so it is appropriate for the industrial automation. It offers dependable connection, increased speed of the data transmission and configurable settings that make it a useful element in any automation system.