GIO212

The GIO212 can measure or output different types of signals. Each channel can be used as an analog or digital output or input. With the standard signals current (0/4 mA to 20 mA) and voltage (±10 V), various sensors and actuators can be connected. A resolution of 16 bits permits measurement results from signals that do not fully utilize the measuring range (e.g. 0 V to 5 V). Temperatures are playing a significant role in an increasing number of processes, which is why this module supports Pt100/Pt1000 in 2-, 3-, and 4-wire measurement, as well as all standard type thermoecouples. Similarly, the channels can be used as digital inputs, which can also be configured as interrupt input or digital 32-bit counters. The values of the pulse length or period measurement can be buffered in a FIFO (1022 values).

The quick digital 24 V output can be selected as Push-Pull, High-Side or Low-Side. The output can be controlled as simple output or as PWM/frequency output. The frequency mode permits the control of the stepper motor output stage via the output of the number of pulses or freely selectable profiles (FIFO). 

Up to two signal types can be used simultaneously per channel. This permits the use of up to 24 channels per GIO212. Analog sensors can be supplied via the digital output (short circuit-proof and monitored), actuator signals can be read back and digital signals can be monitored analog. Thus, a single universal module is available for countless applications instead of different modules for each signal type. A cost-effective solution that simplifies logistics and servicing.

Different modes can be combined and set simply using a configuration wizard in the SolutionCenter engineering tool.