Starting at $425.90

Effective March 30th, 2026, ifm effector has added an 8% surcharge to this product. The surcharge will appear as a separate line item on the order.

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Overview

Features

  • Fieldbus protocol:
    • PROFINET
    • EtherNet/IP
    • EtherCAT
    • Modbus TCP
  • I/O:
    • 16 digital inputs (AL40xx / AL41xx)
    • 8 digital outputs + 8 digital inputs (AL42xx / AL43xx)
  • Inputs: Type 2 per IEC 61131-2
    • Debounce, pulse stretching and inversion filters
    • Counter function up to 4.5 kHz
  • Ethernet: 2 x M12 D-coded sockets, 4-pin
    • Integrated 2-port switch
  • Process connections: 8 x M12 sockets, 5-pin
    • 2 channels per port
  • Max current: 3.6 A per port (3.2 A for UL applications)
    • Outputs: 4 A total (AL42xx); 8 A total (AL43xx)
  • Power supply:
    • 1 x M12 A-coded connector, 4-pin (AL40xx)
    • 1 x M12 L-coded connector, 5-pin (AL42xx)
    • 2 x M12 L-coded connectors, 5-pin (AL41xx / AL43xx)
    • Daisy chain capability, max 16 A (AL41xx / AL43xx)
  • 20 to 30 VDC operating voltage; 24 VDC nominal
  • Short-circuit and overload detection per port
  • Reverse polarity and overvoltage protection
  • Sealing: FKM (EPDM with IP69K)
  • LED indicators (module status, Ethernet, supply voltage, ports)
  • Configuration: ifm moneo|configure, ifm IoT Core Visualizer
  • Protection rating: IP65 / IP66 / IP67
    • IP69K for food and beverage washdown (models ending in 3)
  • Approvals: cULus

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Description

The ifm efector Ethernet I/O Module offer compact designs for the collection of digital signals from up to 16 sensors and actuators over standard M12 connections. Data transmission to the controller occurs over PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT or Modbus TCP interfaces. Two built-in Ethernet ports allow simple line topologies, and the protocol-specific features are built in: S2 system redundancy for PROFINET and Device Level Ring for EtherNet/IP. Each port can carry up to 3.6 A and has short-circuit and overload detection, with LED indicators to show the status of the module, network, power supply and ports.

These Ethernet modules offer additional functionality beyond standard I/O, as each input can be debounced, stretched or inverted, and built-in counters capture signals up to 4.5 kHz without adding work for the PLC. Select models have L-coded Power IN and Power OUT ports, permitting daisy-chaining from module to module to cut wiring. Models ending in 2 are rated IP65 / IP66 / IP67 for general machine building. Models ending in 3 add IP69K protection and are designed for washdown areas in food and beverage processing.

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