Autonics Unveils ADIO Series Remote I/O Boxes for Seamless Connectivity

With the evolving need for efficient industrial connectivity, Autonics, a South Korean company that provides industrial automation solutions, has unveiled its latest remote I/O boxes, the ADIO series. 

 

Autonics’ ADIO series remote I/O boxes transmit signals between master devices and secondary devices. Image used courtesy of Autonics

 

ADIO Series Remote I/O Boxes

The ADIO series remote I/O boxes are designed to enhance the transmission of input and output signals between master devices like PCs or PLCs and secondary devices like actuators and sensors. The remote I/O boxes are available in two types: the IO-Link master type ADIO-ILM and the IO-Link hub type ADIO-HUB. Both the ADIO-ILM and ADIO-HUB provide connectivity and extensions for signal transmission in I/O-Link devices.

The IO-Link master type ADIO-ILM supports signal transfer from standard IO-Link devices via standard industrial networking protocols like PROFINET, EtherCAT, and EtherNet/IP. For expansion and relaying standard I/O, the ADIO-HUB type IO-Link HUB is used to establish an IO-Link connection with the ADIO-ILM.

To easily manage IO-Link devices without the need for PLCs, Autonic’s comprehensive IO-Link management PC software, known as atIOLink, is used for easy setup and diagnostics. For the EtherNet/IP and PROFINET type models, manual IP address setting can be done via rotary switches without the need for a PC connection.

 

The ADIO series remote I/O boxes feature zinc die-cast housing and IP67 and IP69K protection ratings, enabling operation in harsh conditions. Image used courtesy of Autonics

 

Housing and Protection Rating

For durability and longevity of use, the new ADIO series remote I/O boxes have a zinc die-cast housing material, making the remote I/O boxes immune to impact. The ADIO series features a protection rating of IP69K (offered only for EtherCAT communication type models) and IP67, allowing the boxes to work without error in dusty, wet, and oily environments.

 

Convenient Wiring and Connection

When it comes to wiring, the ADIO series facilitates simple installation and maintenance in which power supply and network communication can be connected using the daisy chain method. Both standard and push-pull connector types are supported.  

The ADIO series also features cable connection diagnostic capabilities that provide the connection status of I/O cables and industrial network communication cables.

 

Autonics’ ADIO series remote I/O boxes are suitable for transmitting I/O signals in conveyor and machine tool applications. Image used courtesy of Autonics

 

ADIO Series Applications

With simplicity in wiring and reduction of signal noise, the new remote I/O boxes from Autonics can be used to transmit I/O signals in conveyor lines and machine tools. These I/O boxes can also be used to transmit I/O signals in automotive production lines that are often exposed to dust and oil, as the boxes boast IP protection ratings that can handle such conditions.

 

Seamless Industrial Connectivity

With industries embracing the Industry 4.0 era, connectivity solutions are advancing to cater to the growing industrial need. Communications solutions like Autonics’ ADIO series remote I/O boxes are designed to offer fast and reliable communication that can be integrated into various industrial applications, making it a potential go-to choice for engineers seeking to embrace the latest industrial connectivity technology.