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Decentralised connection
Place modules near remote machine functions to reduce individual sensor/actuator wire runs back to the main controller.
ifm · ioControl
ifm Mobile I/O Modules
Reduce long vehicle wiring runs by placing rugged configurable I/O close to sensors, valves and actuators. Current ioControl modules connect to the mobile controller over CAN and can also serve as CODESYS-programmable field controllers where the application needs local logic.
ioControlCANopenJ1939IP65 / IP67E1 approval
Environment−40…85 °CCurrent core ioControl routes
Field networkCANCANopen / J1939 architecture
I/O scaleUp to 16 I/OCR204x / CR205x routes
Field housingIP65 / IP67Rugged mobile installation
Distributed machine wiring
Move the I/O to the part of the machine where the signals actually exist
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Configurable input types
Current modules support configurable binary, frequency, analogue and resistance input routes depending on model.
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Digital / PWM outputs
Output-focused modules can drive valves and actuators through digital and PWM-capable channels.
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Controller inside
ioControl can operate as a configurable CANopen participant or as a CODESYS-programmable field controller.
Applications
Best suited to machine sections that are physically remote from the main controller
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Remote actuator control
Place output/PWM capability near hydraulic valves and reduce cable runs across booms or chassis sections.
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Remote machine inputs
Collect analogue, digital, frequency and resistance signals near the measurement points.
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Local programmable node
Use local logic where an attachment or implement needs independent functions plus CAN communication to the main vehicle.
CAN-based architecture
ioControl bridges local sensors and actuators to the mobile controller
Digital and analogue sensors, frequency/resistance inputs and actuator outputs are handled locally; data and configuration are exchanged through CAN. Current modules offer two CAN interfaces on the main CR204x/CR205x families.
InputsSensors
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Field nodeioControl
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Vehicle busCANopen / J1939
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ControlecomatController
Current core models
Select connector style and I/O mix together
DEUTSCH MIXED I/O
CR2052
Mixed input/output ioControl module with DEUTSCH field connection.
- 8 inputs / 8 outputs
- Analogue, resistance and digital input capability
- Digital / PWM / PWM-I outputs
- 2 CAN interfaces
DEUTSCH OUTPUT
CR2051
Output-focused ioControl route for distributed actuator control.
- 16 outputs
- Digital / PWM capability
- 2 CAN interfaces
- −40…85 °C
M12 MIXED I/O
CR2042
Mixed I/O route with M12 field connections.
- 8 inputs / 8 outputs
- Digital / analogue / frequency / resistance inputs
- Digital / PWM outputs
- 2 CAN interfaces
| Model family | Connector | I/O emphasis | Total I/O | CAN interfaces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR2050 / CR2040 | DEUTSCH / M12 | Inputs | 16 inputs | 2 |
| CR2051 / CR2041 | DEUTSCH / M12 | Outputs | 16 outputs | 2 |
| CR2052 / CR2042 | DEUTSCH / M12 | Mixed I/O | 8 inputs / 8 outputs | 2 |
| CR3025 | Compact route | Small mixed node | 3 inputs / 1 output | 1 |
Engineering criteria
Map channel type and actuator current before selecting the module
“16 I/O” is not enough information
The correct module depends on whether those channels are binary, analogue, frequency, resistance, PWM or current-controlled outputs, and on the field connector standard used by the machine.
InputsDigital, analogue, frequency, resistance and ratiometric capability varies by model
OutputsDigital, PWM and PWM-I capability varies by model
ConnectorDEUTSCH or M12 families
CAN2 interfaces on CR204x/CR205x; protocol/configuration depends on application
ProgrammingSelected modules can be programmed using CODESYS
ApprovalCurrent ioControl family carries E1 type approval for vehicle use
Requirement capture
Inputs required to select the I/O module
Input listDigital, analogue V/I, resistance, frequency or ratiometric signals.
Output listDigital, PWM, PWM-I, H-bridge and current requirements.
ConnectorM12 or DEUTSCH machine harness architecture.
NetworkCANopen, J1939 and controller topology.
Local logicPassive/configurable I/O or local CODESYS functionality.
EnvironmentTemperature, IP requirement, vibration and road-use conditions.