MINNEAPOLIS, MN (April 23, 2019) - Turck offers the FEN20-4IOL industrial Ethernet I/O module, which uses IO-Link to increase device configuration, monitoring and replacement in industrial applications.
 
The compact block comes with four IO-Link stations. It is best for a wide range of industries, including manufacturing where space is at a premium, on robot end-effectors where small I/O is required, and in automotive manufacturing and Tier 1 plants. In addition to the device functioning as an IO-Link master, each of the IO-Link (C/Q) pins can optionally be configured as digital input or output.
 
The FEN20-4IOL is also a Field Logic Controller (FLC). As an FLC, the module can carry out control tasks at the field level. This lets users to carry out simpler applications without the need for an alternative PLC. In most advanced applications, the FLC function offers the processing requirement for the parent control system. Configuration and programming are carried out via Turck's ARGEE web-based engineering system.
 
With multi-protocol plug-and-play features, the FEN20 devices are instantly ready for use in PROFINET®, Modbus® TCP or EtherNet/IP™ systems. The device finds the protocol used by listening to the communication traffic during the startup phase. The FEN20 device calculates just 55x62.5x30 mm and carries an IP20 rating, and fits in tiny control boxes, control panels or other existing housings.
 
The FEN20-4IOL is furnished with an integrated EtherNet switch and a built-in web server to show diagnostic information and provide access to device settings parameters. The web page was provided with a responsive design so that even a smartphone can be used for simple diagnostics.



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