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The 3D models below compare ifm’s offering for IO-Link masters. Answers to the following questions can lead you in the right direction.
- Will you collect sensor data for use by higher level software? Choose the DataLine or CabinetLine masters with IIoT ports.
- Will you operate outputs with current draw greater than 300 mA each? Choose the PerformanceLine masters.
- Will you mount the master in an enclosure instead of field-mount? Choose the CabinetLine masters.
- Will you use Modbus TCP or EtherCAT fieldbus? Choose the DataLine or CabinetLine masters.
| PerformanceLine AL14xx  |
DataLine AL13xx  |
CabinetLine AL19xx  |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Daisy chain | Power Fieldbus |
Fieldbus | Fieldbus |
| Power | M12 L-code 16 A (US) 16 A (UA) |
M12 A-code 3.9 A (US) |
Combicon terminals 3.9 A (US) |
| Fieldbus | EtherNet/IP PROFINET |
EtherNet/IP PROFINET EtherCAT Modbus TCP |
EtherNet/IP PROFINET EtherCAT Modbu TCP |
| IIoT port | - | HTTP(S) JSON MQTT |
HTTP(S) JSON MQTT |
| Output power | 2 A | 300 mA | 300 mA |
| B ports available | yes | no | no |
| Protection rating | IP67 | IP67 (orange) IP69K (grey) |
IP20 |