K.A. Schmersal GmbH & Co. KG
The Schmersal Safety Fieldbox enables simple, decentralized connection of up to eight Schmersal safety devices such as sensors, interlocks, light curtains, or E-Stop buttons via pre-assembled 8-pin M12 connectors.
It reduces cabling effort and errors seamlessly communicates via Safety over EtherCAT with the ctrlX SAFETY controller or any ctrlX OS device with Safety PLC app.
Decentralized connection of safety switching devices with the Safety Fieldbox
In modern production facilities, numerous safety switching devices such as sensors, interlocks, light curtains, or emergency stop buttons must be reliably connected and monitored. Conventional cabling solutions are often complex, inflexible, and prone to errors. The Safety Fieldbox enables the decentralized and simple connection of up to eight (Schmersal) safety switching devices via pre-assembled 8-pin M12 connector.
Advantages
- Simple and fail-safe installation
- Easy integration into the control environment
- Cost-effective machine wiring (plug & play)
- Power supply via M12 power connector
- Robust design (IP67)
- Communication via Safety-over-EtherCAT (FSoE) with the ctrlX SAFETY controller or Safety PLC App for ctrlX OS
Target Groups
- Machine Builder
- System Integrator
Topology
SAFETY FIELDBOX - enables the decentralized and simple connection of up to eight (Schmersal) safety switching devices via pre-assembled 8-pin M12 connectors.
INTEGRATION - ctrlX SAFETY controller or any ctrlX OS device with Safety PLC App can be Safety-over-EtherCAT (FSoE) Master for Safety Fieldbox.
About Schmersal Group
In the demanding field of machine safety, the Schmersal Group is at the forefront of expertise and a leader in the international market. With the world’s most comprehensive range of safety switchgear products, the Schmersal Group develops safety systems and solutions for special requirements in a variety of user industries. Schmersal’s tec.nicum business division offer a comprehensive service portfolio which complements the range of solutions offered by the company.
Founded in 1945, the company is represented by eight manufacturing sites on three continents and their own businesses and sales partners in more than 60 countries. The Schmersal Group employs round 2,000 people worldwide.