Balluff BNI0032 BNI IOL-104-000-Z012 IO-Link Master

Balluff BNI0032 (BNI IOL-104-000-Z012) IO-Link hub for sensor/actuator networks (Silver Line). This IO-Link slave module provides eight M12x1-Female, 5-pin, A-coded slots to bundle signals from IO-Link devices to a master, delivering 16 digital inputs (PNP, Type 2) and 16 digital outputs (PNP) across eight slots. It operates from 18 to 30.2 V DC and supports IO-Link 1.0 communication, identifying itself with a 2-byte device ID and offering single-channel monitoring for basic diagnostics. Configurable inputs/outputs enable flexible mapping of signals to the IO-Link master, simplifying integration with PLCs and other control systems. Designed for industrial environments requiring robust signal distribution, this hub is commonly used to connect multiple sensors, actuators, and peripheral devices—such as valve controls, proximity sensors, and indicators—to a single IO-Link master, reducing wiring complexity and enabling centralized configuration. The BNI0032 is part of Balluff’s IO-Link hub family, providing scalable expansion for automation projects that demand high channel counts in a compact, fieldbus-friendly form factor.