How many times do you need to get a few points of digital or analog inputs and outputs from point A to point B, but can’t justify the cost of running the wires? The Radio Kit is a replacement for hardwired I/O that is simple to deploy. The Kit requires no programming – just wire strippers and a screwdriver. There is no communication protocol to interpret.
The radios are paired and secured at the factory, so there are no settings or configurations to figure out. It is bi-directional, so digital and analog signals can be sent in both directions between two connected I/O stations. Inputs on one module are simply replicated as outputs on the corresponding module. Our wireless I/O makes use of the unlicensed ISM band at either 868 MHz, 900 MHz, or 2.4 GHz (USA only). The radios can send I/O up to 4 miles for the 900 MHz or 1 mile for the 868 MHz and 2.4 GHz models. Each radio pair can connect up to 16 I/O modules, more than enough for most applications.
Specification | Description |
Maximum Network Capacity² | Max capacity depends on I/O combination Power budget calculator: http://psft.com/A5D |
DIN Rail Mounting Compatibility | 35 mm x 7.5 mm DIN Rail |
DataRail™ (Included with Radio Kit) | 6.1 in / 156 mm - Supports up five (5) I/O modules, other lengths also available |
DataRail Mounting Hardware | 4-Claw attachment to 35 mm DIN Rail with end bracket |
Built-In Mounting Hardware | Spring-loaded clip-on system |
Wire Gauge | Solid / Stranded (AWG) 28-12 gauge |
Wire Rating | UL: 300 V RMS, 80 °C and 300 V, 105 °C CSA: 300 V RMS, 105 °C |
Warranty | 2-Year limited |
²When using more than a 5-Module Combination per Radio, use the Power Budget Calculator to determine maximum I/O Module capacity.
Specification | Description |
Frequency | 863-870 MHz, 902-928 MHz, or 2.4 GHz License-Free ISM Band |
Antenna Connector Type | SMA (Female Connector) |
Default Transmit Speed / Update | 1 Second |
Turbo Tx Speed Based on Number of I/O Modules | 1=100 ms, 2 to 3=200 ms, 4=250 ms, 5 to 6=333 ms, 7 to 11=500 ms, 12 to 16=1 second |
Outdoor / Line of Sight Max Range | 900 MHz: 4 Miles (6.4 km) 868 MHz and 2.4 GHz: Up to 3 miles (5 km) |
Indoor / Urban Max Range | 900 MHz: 1000 ft (305 m) / 2.4 GHz: 300 ft (90 m) |
Maximum Transmit Power | 868 MHz: 14dBm (25 mW) / 900 MHz: 24 dBm (250 mW) / 2.4 GHz: 18 dBm (63 mW) |
Receiver Sensitivity | 868 and 900 MHz: -101 dBm / 2.4 GHz: -100 dBm |
Spread Spectrum | 868 and 900 MHz: FHSS / 2.4 GHz DSSS |
RF Security | 128-bit AES |
Specification | Description |
Supply Voltage Range | 9 to 30 VDC (± 5 %) |
Power Consumption | 35 mA @ 12 V AVG (10% Duty Cycle) |
Kit Packaging Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.5 x 10.1 x 2.8 in / 140 x 257 x 72 mm |
Net Dimensions | 0.7 x 3.9 x 4.5 in / 17.5 x 99 x 114 mm |
Kit Packaging Weight | 1.3 lbs / 590 g |
Net Weight (Single Radio) | 0.3 lbs / 136 g |
RF Link Alarm Digital Output | 10-Second RF Timeout Trigger (NPN) - User Selectable |
I/O Link Alarm Digital Output | I/O Mismatch, Bus or Module Failure (NPN) |
RF Link Diagnostics (Left LED) | Green = RF Traffic / Yellow = RF Link Fail |
I/O Link Diagnostics (Right LED) | Green = I/O OK, Modules Detected / Red = I/O Link Fail |
Reverse Polarity Protection | Yes |
Advanced User Interface Features | Test RSSI, Tx Power Adjustment, Force Local Output(s), Set FailSafe Parameters, and Additional Diagnostics |
Specification | Description |
Operational Temperature | -40 °C to 80 °C / -40 °F to 176 °F |
Storage Temperature | -20 °C to 85 °C / -4 °F to 185 °F |
Humidity | 0 to 99 %, Non-condensing |
Degree of Protection / Housing Type | IP20 / Plastic |
Hazardous Locations Classifications | UL Class I; Division 2 (Zone 2), Pending |
RF Emissions | FCC Part 15/IC |
CSA Mark | 110.83 kB | Last Modified 05/21/2015 |
Country Approval - Australia | 1.04 MB | Last Modified 10/20/2015 |
Country Approval - Colombia | 653.42 kB | Last Modified 10/19/2016 |
Country Approval - India | 339.37 kB | Last Modified 06/25/2015 |
Country Approval - Kuwait | 166.04 kB | Last Modified 05/21/2015 |
Country Approval - Mexico | 64.91 kB | Last Modified 10/07/2015 |
Country Approval - Qatar | 92.12 kB | Last Modified 05/21/2015 |
Country Approval - Saudi Arabia | 400.04 kB | Last Modified 05/21/2015 |
Country Approval - United Arab Emirates | 62.09 kB | Last Modified 05/21/2015 |
Country Approval - Peru | 536.81 kB | Last Modified 06/06/2017 |
Country Approval - New Zealand | 274.60 kB | Last Modified 08/04/2017 |
Declaration of Conformity (RoHS/CE) | 108.25 kB | Last Modified 07/24/2018 |
Declaration of Conformity (RED wireless directive) | 56.96 kB | Last Modified 11/09/2020 |