KEBA KeConnect C5 Series I/O Modules

​Product Overview

The KeConnect C5 series is a modular I/O system launched by KEBA for industrial automation scenarios, with the core advantages of “compact design+high-speed bus+multifunctional integration”. It meets the signal acquisition, control output, and communication needs of different scenarios through standardized module combinations. The module adopts a uniform mechanical size (height 106mm/depth 82.5mm), with only a width of 13.8mm (slim version) and 26.5mm (wide version), which can significantly save control cabinet space; Based on EtherCAT bus, high-speed data transmission is achieved with a cycle time as low as 62.5 µ s, combined with Fast Reaction Control technology to ensure control performance; Support automatic address allocation, sensor power integration, short circuit/overload/disconnection diagnosis and other functions, simplify installation and debugging processes, and improve equipment availability.

The product is compatible with KEBA’s own KeControl C5 controller and can also be connected to third-party control systems through a bus coupler (with ESI files provided), suitable for applications in various fields such as injection molding machines, robots, presses, and machine tools. It has passed CE (2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU), UL 61010-1/201, UKCA, KC, and other certifications, meeting global industrial compliance requirements.

Core Technologies and General Characteristics

Physical and Power Supply Parameters

Detailed parameters of specification items

Size specifications for slim model: 13.8mm (width) x 106mm (height) x 82.5mm (depth), weight 71g; wide model: 26.5mm (width) x 106mm (height) x 82.5mm (depth), weight 87-118g

Power supply mode module bus: 24V DC+5V DC; Partial module front-end power supply (sensor/encoder power supply)

Power consumption range 5V DC: 0.4-1.7W; 24V DC：0.3-3.5W

Environmental conditions: working temperature: 0-55 ℃, storage temperature: -40-70 ℃, humidity: 10-95% (no condensation), anti vibration/impact: in accordance with EN 61131-2

Bus and Communication Characteristics

Core bus: EtherCAT, transmission rate 100MBit/s, module bus cycle time 62.5 µ s

Topology support: Implement star topology through NM 570/NM 575 switch modules, BL 570/BL 575 couplers support distributed deployment

Address allocation: Automatic allocation is the main method, and some modules support manual configuration of DIP switches (such as EtherCAT addresses)

Compatibility: Supports third-party system connections (via EtherCAT master interface+ESI files)

General Functions

Convenient wiring: using 3.81mm spacing terminals, push in plug supports 1.5mm ² wire end rules, and plug coding can be configured

Status indication: Module status LED, EtherCAT status LED, I/O signal LED (input green/output orange)

Diagnostic ability: Short circuit protection, overload protection, sensor disconnection detection (some modules), terminal temperature compensation (temperature module)

Power integration: Some modules have built-in sensor/encoder power interfaces, without the need for additional power distribution wiring

Classification of Core Modules and Key Parameters

Digital modules

Module Model Type Core Parameters Size/Weight

DI 570 digital input 19 sink inputs, Type 1, 15-30V (1 state), -3-5V (0 state), 2-channel periodic measurement function slim/71g

DO 550 digital output with 16 source outputs, divided into 2 groups, 0.5A@100 % simultaneity， Short circuit/overload diagnosis slide/71g

DO 570 digital output with 16 source outputs, divided into 2 groups, 2A@50 %Simultaneity, galvanic isolation, inductive load fast shutdown wide/87g

DM 556 digital hybrid 8-channel source input+8-channel sink output (0.5A), galvanic isolation, Asian version reverse wiring slim/70g

DM 570 digital hybrid 8-channel sink input+8-channel source output (2A), galvanic isolation, inductive load fast shutdown slim/71g

Simulation module

Module Model Type Core Parameters Size/Weight

AI 570/571 analog input (voltage) 8/4, ± 10V, 16 bit resolution, sensor disconnection detection, cycle time 125 µ s wide/87g/slim/71g

AI 575/576 analog input (current) 8/4, configurable (± 20mA/0-20mA/4-20mA), 16 bit resolution wide/87g/slim/71g

AO 570/571 analog output (voltage) 8/4, ± 10V, 12 bit resolution, continuous short-circuit protection slim/71g

AO 576 analog output (current) 4 channels, configurable (± 10mA/0-20mA/4-20mA), 12 bit resolution slim/71g

AM 570/571/572 analog hybrid (voltage) 6/4/3 input+4/2/2 output, input 16 bits/output 12 bits wide/87g/slim/71g

AM 575/577 analog hybrid (current) 6/3 inputs+4/2 outputs, input 16 bits/output 12 bits wide/87g/slim/71g

Temperature measurement module

Module model, measurement type, core parameters, size/weight

TI 550 RTD resistive 8-way 2-wire/4-way 3-wire, supports PT100/PT1000, etc., measurement range -200~+850 ℃, 16 bit resolution slim/71g

TI 570/571 thermocouple type 8-way/4-channel, supports J/K/L/N type, measurement range -100~+1000 ℃, galvanic isolation slim/71g

Positioning module

Module Model Function Type Core Parameters Size/Weight

MM 540 incremental encoder with 2 encoder inputs (5V differential/24V), 4 latch inputs, 2 0.3A outputs, maximum frequency of 1MHz slim/71g

MI 550 SSI encoder with 4 SSI interfaces, data rate of 125k-1MBit/s, 32-bit resolution, line breakage detection slide/71g

Communication module

Module model, communication type, core parameters, size/weight

FM 500 CANopen 2-channel CANopen interface, speed 125k-1MBit/s, shielded connection slim/71g

IM 500 hybrid communication 1 CANopen+1 serial port (RS232/RS422/485) slim/71g

SM 510/520 serial port SM 510 (2-channel RS232/422/485), SM 520 (1-channel 20mA current loop) slim/71g

BL 570/575 EtherCAT coupler 1 in 1 out EtherCAT interface, RJ45/M8 connector, address configurable wide/91g

NM 570/575 EtherCAT switch with 2 EtherCAT branches, RJ45/M8 connectors, supporting star topology wide/91g

System and Hybrid Modules

Module Model Type Core Parameters Size/Weight

PI 570 power supply expansion 24V DC input, output 25W@5V / 48W@24V Reverse voltage protection wide/91g

IM 581/582 Hybrid Module IM 581 (4 analog inputs+2 SSI), IM 582 (6 analog outputs+3 SSI) wide/87g

Installation and Accessory Support

Installation Characteristics

Installation method: DIN rail without tool buckle installation, quick disassembly

Wiring method: Push in plug for quick wiring, supporting 1.5mm ² wire end rules, some modules support plug coding to prevent accidental insertion

Layout requirements: No additional gaps are required between modules, and slim models with a width of 13.8mm can be densely deployed

Core Accessories

Example of accessory type specifications for adaptation scenarios

Terminal plug BCF3.81 4pos Push In All I/O module power/signal wiring

Mini I/O connector 8pos 180 ° plug kit serial port CAN、SSI、 encoder interface

Special cable XW 599 series (1/2/3/5m) serial/CAN/SSI/encoder connection

EtherCAT cable XW 020 series (0.5-20m) BL 570/NM 570 module communication

Compliance and Support

Certification standards: CE (Electromagnetic Compatibility 2014/30/EU, RoHS 2011/65/EU), UL 61010-1/201, UKCA, KC (Korean EMC)

Technical support: Global branch coverage (Austria, China, Germany, etc.), providing module configuration tools and ESI files

Maintenance features: Electronic nameplates are easy to identify, support on-site firmware updates, enrich diagnostic functions, simplify troubleshooting