Turck BL20-SWIRE-DIL Entry Module

Description:

The TURCK BL20-SWIRE-DIL entry module is used in BL20 distributed motor starter and intelligent motor control systems. Commonly installed in motor control centers, conveyor systems, packaging machinery, material handling equipment, and manufacturing lines requiring communication with Eaton DIL contactors and motor starters over the SmartWire-DT network. Maintenance teams, OEMs, and system integrators use this part for motor control expansion, machine retrofits, distributed starter integration, and control system upgrades.

Applications:

The TURCK BL20-SWIRE-DIL serves as the interface between the BL20 modular I/O platform and SmartWire-DT enabled motor starters and contactors. It is commonly used in conveyor systems, pump stations, packaging machines, assembly lines, and process automation equipment where decentralized motor control reduces panel wiring and simplifies commissioning. Each module can manage multiple non-reversing or reversing motor starters while integrating directly into the selected fieldbus architecture.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: TURCK
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BL20-SWIRE-DIL
• Product Type: SmartWire-DT Entry Module
• Series: BL20 I/O System
• Function: Motor starter communication interface module
• Communication Protocol: SmartWire-DT (SWIRE)
• Supply Voltage: 24 VDC
• Operating Current: 0.5 A
• Wire Size Compatibility: 22-16 AWG
• Terminal Type: Screw terminals
• Maximum Controlled Motor Starters: 16 non-reversing starters per SWIRE slice
• Reversing Starter Support: Yes (counts as two non-reversing starters)
• Compatible Devices: Eaton DILM7, DILM9, DILM12, DILM15, DILM25, and DILM32 contactors and motor starters
• Connection Technology: BL20 modular backplane interface
• Mounting Type: DIN rail mount using BL20 base modules
• Protection Rating: IP20
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C
• Approvals: CE, cULus, Class I Division 2
• Application: Distributed motor starter and contactor control in industrial automation systems
• Special Features: Hot-swappable design, reduced control wiring, fieldbus-independent operation, modular architecture, support for distributed motor control topologies.

Common Replacements:

• TURCK BL20-E-1SWIRE
• TURCK BL67-SWIRE-DIL
• TURCK BL20-4DO-24VDC-0.5A-P