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Comparison of IO-Link masters

The IO-Link masters for field applications are gateways for the connection of up to eight IO-Link devices including sensors, valves or binary input/output modules. ifm offers several families of IO-Link masters designed for specific installations and application requirements. 

DataLine masters (AL13 series)

Collect data and future-proof your machine with IIoT capability.

  • IP67 for industrial applications and IP69K for washdown applications
  • 4 x and 8 x A IOL ports
  • MQTT/JSON IIoT port
  • M12 A-coded power

CabinetLine masters (AL19 series)

Collect data and future-proof your machine with IIoT capability.

  • IP20 cabinet mount design
  • 8 x A IOL ports
  • MQTT/JSON IIoT port
  • Variants for EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, and Modbus TCP fieldbus protocols
  • Combicon wiring terminals

Retrofit existing controls systems

IIoT-only ecosystems isolate your machine control from data collection and monitoring. This allows you to maintain all of your existing controls scheme and still take advantage of sensor data, providing real-time insights into your manufacturing processes.