The safety fieldbox allows for simple connection of
up to eight safety switchgear devices with Plug and
Play. The universal device interfaces for 8-pole M12
connectors allow for connection of a wide range of
safety switchgear devices, including electronic and
electromechanical solenoid interlocks, sensors, control
panels, light curtains and switches. The version for 8-pole
connectors enables connection of 2 safety inputs, 2
test pulse outputs, 1 safety output (internal 2-channel),
1 digital input for diagnostic signals as well as the
power supply to connected safety switchgear devices.
This enables transmission of locking device activation
signals on solenoid interlocks, alongside safety signals
and diagnostic signals. The signals are transmitted
for evaluation to the safety controller via the safety
fieldbus interface. This communication is safe against
modifications, changes to the telegram sequence,
transmission errors, etc. Parallel transmission of safety
signals enables free evaluation of safety switchgear
devices in the safety controller.