New Product Release | What benefits does the combination of IO-Link technology and relays bring?

As is well known, the technological transformation brought about by IO-Link enables communication between sensors and PLCs. We can obtain a series of data for process maintenance, such as temperature, operating time, operating voltage, switching frequency, signal quality, etc., as well as the status of equipment, which facilitates the implementation of predictive maintenance.
 

But the economic advantage of IO-Link is also significant and should not be underestimated. SENTINEL's newly introduced IO-Link relay module will greatly utilize this advantage of IO-Link, bringing about a reduction in engineering and labor costs for users, especially for projects that require a large number of relays to be used within an electrical cabinet.

Configuration Plan

Siemens 1500, 1200, and ET200SP all have compatible master stations. The master station of the 1500 series has 8 IO-Link channels, while the others have 4. If using SENTINEL's IO-Link relay module, the need for PLC output expansion modules can be eliminated. The communication cable is an unshielded ordinary 3-core wire, and its cost can be ignored. Each IO-Link channel of the master station can connect at least 32 relays.
 

In general, the SENTINEL IO-link relay module provides customers with a more cost-saving solution in the following three aspects:
 

• Eliminate the PLC output expansion module.

• Eliminate the connection cables from the PLC to the relay.

• Save space for installing electrical cabinets.
   

Value-added advantage

The intermediate relay increases the load capacity of the PLC between the PLC and the actuator, even if a short circuit occurs, it will not damage the PLC output module. More importantly, if the relay is damaged, it is easy to replace.Otherwise, replacing the module requires power-off and shutdown. Therefore, the relay has an irreplaceable role.


 

• SENTINEL IO-Link relay module, with 16 normally open/normally closed double contact actuators.

• Standard relay base suitable for domestic/imported relay plugging Relay base with anti-loosening snap fastener.

• Users can also purchase relays on their own, while SENTINEL provides all other parts except relays.
   

To learn more about IO-Link masters and slave products, please contact the sales team or Email us: sales@sentinel-china.com. We will have a professional technical team to provide you with detailed product introductions and solutions.