With new IO-link function modules, sensor engineers at Leuze introduce a powerful tool for manufacturers and operators with simplified integration of IO-link device data into PLC programs. Users can simply and quickly transfer the function modules to the control program. Common control systems from manufacturers such as Siemens, Beckhof, and Rockwell Automation are supported with the innovative modular approach that makes reading and writing device parameters significantly easier.
Fast and reliable integration
Each function module is tailored to an IO-link sensor from Leuze. The software-based modules save the users time as it is no longer necessary to waste time looking for data types, parameter indexes and process data structures. Possible errors in the integration of IO-link device data are also prevented. Users can even obtain diagnostic data while the process is running and use them for optimizations. Individual components of the process data are easily accessible thanks to the process data parser function.
Source: Leuze
Format and recipe changeover during operation
Another advantage for users is the format and recipe change during operation: Recipes stored in the PLC can be switched easily in the sensor by the control program while the process in ongoing.
Leuze offers the IO-link function modules as free downloads.
