Details about Devices Used in this Build
A 5032 IO-Link module is a type of I/O module that acts as a gateway, allowing standard digital and analog sensors/actuators to connect to an IO-Link master, thereby enabling intelligent communication and data exchange with a PLC or control system.
The first step is the assign an IP address to it using the PLC Tools SIM-IPE IP Explorer.
Integrating IO-Link Devices in Studio 5000
This video demonstrates how to configure and integrate 194A 5032 IO-Link devices within Rockwell's Studio 5000 software, covering the setup of both an IO-Link master and individual IO-Link devices.
Here's a summary of the process:
Adding IO-Link Master:
Right-click on your Ethernet module in Studio 5000 and select "New Module."
Search for and select the appropriate IO-Link master module (e.g., "5032-BOM/M12/4IOLR" for a four-channel master).
Configure the IP address of the IO-Link master and set the desired channel mode to "IO-Link" in the "Module Definition" tab.
Adding IO-Link Devices:
Right-click on the newly added IO-Link master and select "New Module."
Search for your specific IO-Link device (e.g., a "45OMS-B8LAT1-D4 Distance Sensor" or an "EZ-LIGHT Pro Indicator").
Configure the parameters for each device, setting the channel appropriately.
Monitoring Data: After configuration, navigate to the "Controller Tags" to observe the tags associated with the IO-Link master and devices, which will include process data (like distance sensor readings) and smart light parameters.