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New I/O and signal tower modules from Phoenix Contact

Phoenix Contact has extended its product range for the Axioline F I/O system with five compact analogue modules, and has introduced new seven-colour LED signal towers.

01/02/2015 13:14:31

The new modules, which are just 35mm wide, each offer four channels for tailor-made selection of analogue functions in the control cabinet installation.

The product expansion includes two analogue input modules and one analogue output module for acquiring or outputting voltage and current signals. There are also two new interference-free temperature modules for acquiring signals from standard thermocouples (UTH) as well as from resistance thermometers (RTD).

All modules from Axioline F, the I/O system for signal acquisition in the control cabinet, are characterised by their extremely high immunity to EMI, their very robust design with regard to environmental influences, and their fast signal acquisition.

Meanwhile, the new multi-colour LED element of the PSD signal towers offers colours, including red, yellow, green, blue, white, violet, and turquoise via the three control lines. In comparison to five-level signal towers, two less digital outputs are required, and when compared to three-level signal towers, one less digital output is required.

The multi-colour element, which can be used universally, also reduces storage costs, as optical elements in various colours do not need to be kept in stock.

The LED technology offers low energy consumption as well as a long service life of 50,000 hours.

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.