Barix IO12
Versatile DIN-rail mountable I/O unit for commercial control, signaling, switching, sensing and counting.
Overview
Barix IO 12 is a versatile DIN-rail mountable I/O unit that excels at commercial control, signaling, switching, sensing, and counting applications.
Technical Specifications
Protocols
RS-485; Modbus/RTU
Power Requirements
12-24VAC / 9-30VDC; 3.5W max
Dimensions / Weight
4.13x3.34x2.83 inch / 105x85x32mm · 220g
MTBF
Min 237,000h (MIL217F at 24VDC 40°C)
Real-World Scenarios
How Barix IO12 solves specific industry challenges.
DIN Rail Panel I/O Expansion
An industrial panel builder needs to add more I/O channels to an existing controller without replacing the control panel. Barix IO12's DIN rail mounting integrates directly into the existing panel, extending the host controller's I/O via Modbus/RTU without any rewiring of the panel structure.
Remote I/O with Battery Backup Sites
A remote telecom shelter needs I/O monitoring with minimal power consumption to extend battery life during mains outages. IO12's special power saving features extend battery runtime while still providing full Modbus RTU I/O — critical for remote sites where maintenance visits are infrequent.
Energy Meter Integration
A building manager needs to add sub-meter monitoring to each floor without a gateway device at each floor. IO12's DIN rail form factor mounts in each floor's electrical panel, reading energy meter pulses via digital inputs and reporting to the BMS via Modbus RTU over the existing RS-485 building bus.
Ordering Numbers
- 2005.9048 – Barix IO12 Package
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