The new standard INTERBUS interface has been embedded into the 10/Series CNC and together with the new line of modular I/O devices makes it possible to use readily available industry standard devices, making both installation and maintenance very easy,

Distributed Input/Output modules for a flexible field management.  INTERBUS is a high-speed serial connection system using a single transmission protocol to connect control hosts and input/output units, which in turn actuators and sensors are connected.

The use of this system makes it possible to choose from a wide range of components, ensuring extreme simplicity in terms of planning, programming, installation and diagnostics.  The assembly is conveniently self-configurable, avoiding the need to set parameters and addresses with dip-switches or jumpers.

Installation and cabling can be optimised thanks to the modular structure of the devices: building block modules are easily assembled into a single functional unit by simply plugging them onto a DIN rail, allowing a significant reduction in wiring operations including the bus connection, power supply, safety circuits, potential groups and fuses.

Modules are available in 2, 4, 6 8 and 16 signal channels. The simplicity of the set-up makes it easy to add single modules by inserting digital or analogue input and output points, calibrated according to the needs of the specific application. Future system expansion and part replacement is made extremely easy and inexpensive.