MotionLinx-IO

MotionLinx-IO is a field I/O device for EtherCAT high speed bus sytems.

MotionLinx-IO is our field I/O device for EtherCAT high speed bus sytems. and is the perfect compliment to the MotionLinx-Ai product with eight fully configurable I/O points. Configuration is accomplished via Service Data Objects (SDO) and no proprietary software is required. This product will seamlessly integrate into any EtherCAT installation offering great benefits and saving you on your bottom line.

Due to it's small footprint, MotionLinx-Ai can be integrated in virtually all environments extremely easy. MotionLinx-Ai shares the outer dimensions with ConveyLinx-Ai2 making it perfect for standardization on low height installations even if you need a protection rating of IP54.

MotionLinx-IO opens the world of deterministic high speed bus control to all PULSEROLLER products - sharing their great benefits like Ai technology, durability, and excellent design.

Fast integration
Super compact design
Fail safe Commissioning
Real time IO with fast communications
Low profile design
Eight configurable I/O Points with NPN/PNP logic
Standard I/O pin out
Seperate power supply for outputs
EtherCat network for a deterministic network

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Reduces Cost and Saves Time
Super Compact Design

Deterministic Network

Collects Important Information

Robust M8 Connections

CE ETL UL and IP54

Drawings

Documentation

- MotionLinx Family Users Guide v1
  Title: MotionLinx Family Users Guide
  Version: V1.0 [Apr 2022]
  Description: Complete Users Guide for MotionLinx-Ai and MotionLinx-IO Controllers with instructions to connect to an EtherCAT Master. Document taken direct from the published online content.
- RoHS Declaration of Conformity
  Specification: Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 3)
  Description: Declaration of Conformity for RoHS 3 for ConveyLinx-Ai2, ConveyLinx-IO, MotionLinx-Ai, MotionLinx-IO and EQube-Ai.

Firmware

PLC Connectivity

Accessories

Small and Simple

MotionLinx I/O has a low profile so it can be easily integrated into virtually all environments. It’s configured via Service Data Objects (SDO), and does not require any proprietary software.

- CE certified, RoHS compliant, IP54

- ETL listed (UL 6101-2 & UL 61010-2-201)

- UL recognized (UL 61800-5-1)

- 4 M8 ports each with 2 configurable input or output points for a total of 8 I/O

- 2 M8 ports utilize male pins and 2 M8 ports are female receptacles

- 3-port Ethernet switch with standard RJ-45 sockets for easy daisy chaining of network cables from controller to controller

- Module configuration parameters accessed via EtherCAT SDOs

- I/O exchange with controller via EtherCAT PDOs

- 6 tri-colored context sensitive LED indicators

- Any or all of the 4 ports can be configured to accept push-pull type sensors

Technical Data

Input Voltage	21 to 30VDC
Input Current	0.4mA is Maximum OFF current. 1.5mA is Minimum ON current.
Output Current	Maximum current per Output is 300mA

Robust and Unique Gearbox Design significantly improves life expectancy
Provides wide ranges of Speed and Power using Low Energy
JST Cabling for Simple Installation and Robust Cable Routing, IP54
CE Approved
ROHS Compliant
ETL Certified to UL Standards Available
IP54 & IP66 Ratings Available
ETL Certified to UL Standards Available
High Torque Rollers Available
Freezer and Wash-Down Rated Rollers Available
Mechanical Braking Available

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