IL2301-B510 Beckhoff
Wake Industrial LLC is not an authorized distributor of this product.
MPN: IL2301-B510-0000
No Tariffs On US Orders- Straightforward Pricing: No Rush Fees, No Credit Card Fees
Current response time:
6 Minutes
10 Seconds
The Beckhoff IL2301-B510 is a Coupler Box from the IL Coupler Box Units series. It features 4 digital inputs, 4 digital outputs, and communicates via CANopen fieldbus. The device is constructed with a PA6 polyamide housing, has M8 bolted I/O connections, and supports IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection classes.
To contact sales for pricing and lead time:
Payment Methods
Shipping Methods
Our Credentials
Product Description:
The IL2301-B510 coupler box is manufactured by Beckhoff as part of the IL Coupler Box Units series. It serves as a decentralized I/O point that gathers sensor and actuator signals on the machine and forwards them to the controller through the CANopen network. The device contains four input channels and four output drivers within a sealed housing and is intended for mounting directly on equipment located in washdown or dust-laden areas. By combining local power distribution with an optical fiber backbone, it simplifies field wiring in modular automation cells.
The IL2301-B510 provides 4 digital inputs that accept PNP sensors supplied from the control-voltage rail. A matching bank of 4 digital outputs switches actuators such as valves or indicator lamps, and its load circuit remains isolated from the logic supply. All process data travels over CANopen, so node addressing, baud-rate selection, and diagnostic messaging follow CiA conventions. Internally, the unit converts the electrical bus signal for the IL fiber network, while the exposed IP-Link uses optical fiber to connect additional boxes without signal degradation in electrically noisy environments. Field devices attach through the compact bolted M8 sockets, which maintain contact integrity under vibration while allowing cables to be disconnected quickly.
A polyurethane casting compound encapsulates the electronics and helps prevent moisture ingress. The outer shell is molded from PA6 polyamide, providing impact resistance and dimensional stability across a broad temperature range. External threads and inserts are made from nickel-plated brass to limit corrosion in chemically aggressive areas. The enclosure meets IP65/66/67, allowing exposure to dust, water jets, and temporary immersion under the applicable installation conditions. The box can be mounted in any orientation using the two M3 fastening holes provided on the flange. This flexible mounting arrangement allows the housing to be positioned near connected sensors and actuators while preserving access to its field connections.
