UNITRONICS IO-Link HUB Class A Device User Guide

June 15, 2024
UNITRONICS

UNITRONICS®

User Guide

UG_ULK-1616P-M2P6

(IO-Link HUB,16I/O,PN,M12,IP67)

UNITRONICS IO-Link HUB Class A Device A0

1. Description
1.1 Agreement

The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:

IOL: IO-Link.

LSB: least significant bit.
MSB: most significant bit.

This device: equivalent to “this product”, refers to the product model or series described in this manual.

1.2 Purpose

This manual contains all the information required to use the device correctly, including information on necessary functions, performance, usage, etc. It is suitable both for programmers and test/debugging personnel who debug the system themselves and interface it with other units (automation systems, other programming devices), as well as for service and maintenance personnel who install extensions or perform fault/error analysis.

Please read this manual carefully before installing this equipment and putting it into operation.
This manual contains instructions and notes to help you step-by-step through installation and commissioning. This ensures trouble-free. use of the product. By familiarizing yourself with this manual, you will gain.

The following benefits:

  • ensuring safe operation of this device.
  • take advantage of the full capabilities of this device.
  • avoid errors and related failures.
  • reduce maintenance and avoid cost waste.
1.3 Valid Scope

The descriptions in this document apply to the IO-Link device module products of the ULKEIP series.

1.4 Declaration of Conformity

This product has been developed and manufactured in compliance with applicable European standards and guidelines (CE, ROHS).
You can obtain these certificates of conformity from the manufacturer or your local sales representative.

2. Safety Instructions
2.1 Safety Symbols

Read these instructions carefully and inspect the equipment before attempting to install, operate, repair, or maintain it. The following special messages may appear throughout this document or on the equipment to indicate status information or to warn of potential hazards.
We divide the safety prompt information into four levels: “Danger”, “Warning”, ” Attention”, and “Notice”.

DANGER| indicates a severely hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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WARNING| indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
ATTENTION| indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE| used to prompt information not related to personal injury

This is the DANGER symbol, which indicates an electrical hazard exists which, if instructions are not followed, will result in personal injury.

This is a WARNING symbol, which indicates an electrical hazard exists which, if instructions are not followed, could result in personal injury.

Attention
This is the “Attention” symbol. Used to warn you of a potential personal injury hazard. Observe all safety instructions following this symbol to avoid injury or death.

This is the “Notice” symbol, which is used to warn the user of possible risks. Failure to observe this regulation may result in faulty of device.

2.2 General Safety

This equipment should only be installed, operated, serviced and maintained by qualified personnel. Qualified person is a person who has skills and knowledge concerning the construction and operation of electrical equipment, and its installation, and has received safety training to recognize and avoid the hazards involved.

There shall be a statement in the instructions that if the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

User modifications and/or repairs are dangerous and will void the warranty and release the manufacturer from any liability.

Attention
Product maintenance can only be carried out by our personnel. Unauthorized opening and improper servicing of the product can result in extensive equipment damage or possibly personal injury to the user.

In the event of a serious malfunction, discontinue use of the equipment. Prevent accidental operation of the device. If repairs are required, please return the device to your local representative or sales office.

It is the operating company’s responsibility to comply with locally applicable safety regulations.
Store unused equipment in its original packaging. This provides the best protection against impact and moisture for the device. Please ensure that the ambient conditions comply with this relevant regulation.

2.3 Special Safety

A process started in an uncontrolled manner may endanger or be exposed to other equipment, therefore, before commissioning, make sure that the use of the equipment does not involve risks that may endanger other equipment or be endangered by other equipment risks of.

Power Supply

This device can only be operated with a current source of limited power, that is, the power supply must have overvoltage and overcurrent protection functions.
To prevent the power failure of this equipment, affecting the safety of other equipment; or the failure of external equipment, affecting the safety of this equipment.

3. Product Overview

The IO-Link master establishes the connection between the IO-Link device and the automation system. As an integral part of the I/O system, the IO-Link master station is either installed in the control cabinet, or directly installed on site as a remote I/O, and its encapsulation level is IP65/67.

  • Designed for industrial environments, it is a system applied to automated lines.
  • Compact structure, suitable for usage scenarios with limited installation conditions.
  • IP67 high protection level, anti-interference design, suitable for demanding application environments.

As a special reminder, IP rating is not part of UL certification.

4. Technical Parameters
4.1 ULK-1616P-M2P6

UNITRONICS IO-Link HUB Class A Device A1

4.1.1 ULK-1616P-M2P6 Specification
The technical specifications of ULK-1616P-M2P6 are as follows:

Basic Parameters

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Full Series

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Housing Material|

PA6 + GF

Housing Color|

Black

Protection Level|

IP67, Epoxy full potting

Dimensions (VV x H x D)|

155mmx53mmx28.7mm

Weight|

217g

Operating Temperature|

-25°C..70°C

Storage Temperature|

-40°C…85°C

Operating Humidity|

5%…95%

Storage Humidity|

5%…95%

Operating Atmospheric Pressure|

80KPa…106KPa

Storage Atmospheric Pressure|

80KPa…106KPa

Tightening Torque I/O)|

M12:0.5Nm

Application Environment:|

conforms to EN-61131

Vibration Test|

conforms to IEC60068-2

Impact Test|

conforms to IEC60068-27

Free Drop Test|

conforms to IEC60068-32

EMC|

conforms to IEC61000 -4-2,-3,-4

Certification|

CE, RoHS

Mounting Hole Size|

Φ4.3mm x4

Model ULK-1616P-M2P6
IOLINK Parameters
IO-LINK Device 
Data Length 2 bytes input/2 bytes output
Minimum Cycle Time
Power Parameters
Rated Voltage
Total Current UI <1.6A
Total Current UO <2.5A
Port Parameters (input)
Input Port Postion J1….J8
Input Port Number  up to 16
PNP
Input Signal  3-wire PNP sensor or 2-wire passive signal
Input Signal “0” Low level 0-5V
Output Signal “1” High level 11-30V
Switching Threshold EN 61131-2 Type 1/3
Switching Frequency 250HZ
Input Delay 20us
Maximum Load Current 200mA
I/O connection M12 Spin Female A coded
Port Parameters (output)
Output Port Postion J1….J8
Output Port Number up to 16
Output Polarity PNP
Output Voltage 24V (follow UA)
Output Current 500mA
Output Diagnostic Type point diagnosis
Synchronization Factory 1
Switching Frequency 250HZ
Load Type Resistive, Pilot Duty, lungsten
Short Circuit Protection yes
Overload Protection yes
I/O Connection M12 Spin Female A coded

4.1.2 ULK-1616P-M2P6 Series LED Definition
ULK-1616P-M2P6 LED is shown in the below figure.

  1. IO-LINK LED
    Green: No communication connection
    Green flashing: communication is normal
    Red: communication lost

  2. PWR LED
    Green: module power supply is normal
    Yellow: Auxiliary power supply (UA) is not connected (for modules with output function)
    Off: Module power is not connected

  3. I/O LED
    Green: channel signal is normal
    Red: There is output when the port is short-circuited/overloaded/without UA power

  4. LEDA

  5. LEDB

| Status| Solution
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PWR| Green: Power OK|
Yellow: no UA power| Check if there is +24V on pin 2
Off: The module is not powered| Check power wiring
LINK| Green: No communication connection| Check the configuration of the modules in the PLC
Green flashing: link is normal, data communication is normal|
Off: Link not established| Check the cable
Red: Communication with the master station is interrupted| Check the status of the master station / view the connection line
IO| Green: channel signal is normal|
Red: There is output when the port is shortcircuited/overloaded/without UA power| Check whether the wiring is correct/measure UA voltage/PLC program

Note: When the Link indicator is always off, if there is no abnormality in the cable inspection and replacement of other modules, it indicates that the product is working abnormally.
Please contact the manufacturer for technical consultation.

4.1.3 ULK-1616P-M2P6 Dimension

The size of the ULK-1616P-M2P6 is 155mm × 53mm × 28.7mm, including 4 mounting holes of Φ4.3mm, and the depth of the mounting holes is 10mm, as shown in the figure below:
UNITRONICS IO-Link HUB Class A Device A4

5. Product Installation
5.1 Installation Precautions

To prevent product malfunction, malfunction, or negative impact on performance and equipment, please observe the following items.

5.1.1 Installation Site

Please avoid installing near devices with high heat dissipation (heaters, transformers, large-capacity resistors, etc.)

Please avoid installing it near equipment with serious electromagnetic interference (large motors, transformers, transceivers, frequency converters, switching power supplies, etc.).
This product uses PN communication.
Radio waves (noise) generated. by transceivers, motors, inverters, switching power supplies, etc. may affect the communication between the product and other modules.
When these devices are around, it may affect the communication between the product and the module or damage the internal components of the module.
When using this product near these devices, please confirm the effects before use.

When multiple modules are installed close to each other, The service life of the modules may be shortened due to the inability to dissipate heat.
Please keep more than 20mm between the modules.

5.1.2 Application

Do not use AC power. Otherwise, there is a risk of rupture, seriously affecting the safety of personal and equipment.
Attention
Please avoid wrong wiring. Otherwise, there is a risk of rupture and burnout. It may affect the safety of personal and equipment.

5.1.3 Usage
Attention
Do not bend the cable within a radius of 40mm. Otherwise there is a risk of disconnection.
Attention
If you feel that the product is abnormal, please stop using it immediately and contact the company after cutting off the power.

5.2 Hardware Interface

5.2.1 ULK-1616P-M2P6 Interface Definition

Power Port Definition

1. ULK-1616P-M2P6 Power Port Definition

The power port uses a 5-pin connector, and the pins are defined as follows:

Power Port Pin Definition

Port

M12

Female & Male

Pin Definition

| Connection Type| M12, 5 pins, A-code Male|

Male

  1. V+

  2. Output: P24V
    No output: N/C

  3. 0V

  4. C/Q

  5. N/C

Allowable Input Voltage| 18…30 VDC (type.24VDC)
Maximum Current| 1A
Static Working Current lc| s80mA
Power Reverse Polarity Protection| yes
Tightening Torque (power port)| M12:0.5Nm
Protocol| IOLINK
Transfer Speed| 38.4 kbit/s (COM2)
Minimum Cycle Time| 55ms
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2. IO Link Port Pin Definition

The IO-Link port uses a 5-pin connector, and the pins are defined as follows:

I/O Port Pin Definition

Port

M12

A-code

Female

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Pin Definition

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Input(In/Output)

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Output

PNP

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PNP

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  1. 24V DC+
  2. Input (In/Output)
  3. 0V
  4. Input(In/Output)
  5. FE

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  1. N/C
  2. Output
  3. 0V
  4. Output
  5. FE

Address Distribution


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(-R)

Byte

| 1| 0| Byte| 1| 0
Bit0| J1P4| J5P4| Bit0| J1P4|

J5P4

Bit1

| J1P2| J5P2| Bit1| J1P2| J5P2
Bit2| J2P4| J6P4| Bit2| J2P4|

J6P4

Bit3

| J2P2| J6P2| Bit3| J2P2| J6P2
Bit4| J3P4| J7P4| Bit4| J3P4|

J7P4

Bit5

| J3P2| J7P2| Bit5| J3P2| J7P2
Bit6| J4P4| J8P4| Bit6| J4P4|

J8P4

Bit7

| J4P2| J8P2| Bit7| J4P2|

J8P2

Pin 5 (FE) is connected to the ground plate of the module. If the shielding layer of the connected temperature sensor needs to be grounded, please connect pin 5 to the shielding layer and ground the grounding plate of the module.

5.2.2 ULK-1616P-M2P6 Wiring Diagram

1. Output Signal

J1~J8 (DI-PNP)

2. Output Signal

J1~J8 (DI-PNP)

3. Input/Output Signal (self-adaptive)

J1~J8 (DIO-PNP)

5.2.3 ULK-1616P-M2P6 IO Signal Address Correspondence Table

1. Applicable Models: ULK-1616P-M2P6

Byte

| 0| Byte|

1

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I 0.0/Q0.0| J5P4| I 1.0/Q1.0|

J1P4

I 0.1/Q0.1

| J5P2| I 1.1/Q1.1| J1P2
I 0.2/Q0.2| J6P4| I 1.2/Q1.2|

J2P4

I 0.3/Q0.3

| J6P2| I 1.3/Q1.3| J2P2
I 0.4/Q0.4| J7P4| I 1.4/Q1.4|

J3P4

I 0.5/Q0.5

| J7P2| I 1.5/Q1.5| J3P2
I 0.6/Q0.6| J8P4| I 1.6/Q1.6|

J4P4

I 0.7/Q0.7

| J8P2| I 1.7/Q1.7|

J4P2

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