Helmholz

Distributed

Fieldbus

I/O System

Products Overview

A Distributed Fieldbus I/O System is a networked setup in industrial automation that distributes input and output (I/O) modules across a facility. Unlike traditional centralized systems, this architecture uses fieldbus communication to connect remote I/O modules to a central control system. It offers scalability, flexibility, and reduced wiring, leading to cost savings and simplified installation. This system enhances reliability by minimizing single points of failure and can be tailored to diverse industrial environments and applications.

Bus couplers

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TB20 bus coupler

PROFINET
PROFIBUS-DP
EtherNet/IP
EtherCAT
DeviceNet Slave
Modbus/TCP
CANopen
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TB20 bus coupler

PROFINET
PROFIBUS-DP
EtherNet/IP
EtherCAT
DeviceNet Slave
Modbus/TCP
CANopen
Clear

A functioning TB20 configuration will always require a bus coupler and at least one peripheral module. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with the IO systems of other manufacturers.

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Input/Output Modules

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Analog-input-module, I, 12

2x
4x
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Analog-input-module, I, 12

2x
4x
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Analog input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Analog-input-module, I, 16

2x
4x
8x
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Analog-input-module, I, 16

2x
4x
8x
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Analog input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Analog-input-module, RTD, 16

8x
1 / 2x
2 / 4x
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Analog-input-module, RTD, 16

8x
1 / 2x
2 / 4x
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Analog input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Analog-input-module, TC, Iso.,

4x
8x
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Analog input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Analog-input-module, U 100V,

8x
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Analog input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Analog-input-module, U, 12

2x
4x
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Analog-input-module, U, 12

2x
4x
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Analog input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Analog-input-module, U, 16

2x
4x
8x
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Analog-input-module, U, 16

2x
4x
8x
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Analog input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Analog-input-module, U 24V,

2x
4x
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Analog input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Analoge-output-module, I, 12

2x
4x
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Analog output modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Analoge-output-module, U, 12

2x
4x
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Analog output modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Digital-Input-Modul, DC 24

4x
8x
16x
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Digital-Input-Modul, DC 24

4x
8x
16x
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Digital input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Digital-Input-Modul, DC 24

3x
6x
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Digital input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Digital-Input-Modul, DC 24

8x
16x
Clear

Digital-Input-Modul, DC 24

8x
16x
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Digital input modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Digital input module,

4x
8x
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Digital input module,

4x
8x
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Digital-mix-module, In &

4x
8x
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Digital-mix-module, In &

4x
8x
Clear

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Digital-mix-module, In &

4x
8x
Clear

Digital-mix-module, In &

4x
8x
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Digital mix modules (inputs and outputs) for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Digital-output-module, DC 24

2x
4x
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Digital output modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Digital-output-module, DC 24

8x
16x
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Digital-output-module, DC 24

8x
16x
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Digital output modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Digital-output-module, DC 24

4x
8x
16x
Clear

Digital-output-module, DC 24

4x
8x
16x
Clear

Digital output modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Digital-output-module, DC 24

4x
8x
16x
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Digital-output-module, DC 24

4x
8x
16x
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Digital output modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Digital-output-module, relay, 5A,

2x
4x
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Digital output modules for the modular fieldbus IO system TB20. Note: Individual modules cannot be combined with IO systems from other manufacturers.

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Function Modules

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Counter, 32 Bit

5 V (RS422), 4 MHz
24 V, 500 kHz
Clear

Counter, 32 Bit

5 V (RS422), 4 MHz
24 V, 500 kHz
Clear

Counters are used to detect pulses that are faster than a controller’s cycles, i.e., signals that the controller will be unable to detect properly and that therefore need to be pre-processed.

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Counter Economy, 24V,

2x
4x
4x m-reading
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Counter Economy, 24V,

2x
4x
4x m-reading
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Counters are used to detect pulses that are faster than a controller’s cycles, i.e., signals that the controller will be unable to detect properly and that therefore need to be pre-processed.

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Energy Meter

1A
5A
Clear

The Energy Meter function module for the TB20 IO system records all essential measured values ​​from AC 230 V networks with regard to current and voltage measurement.

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SSI encoder interface

Synchronous Serial Interface is a standard that makes it possible to obtain absolute position data for a linear or angular position sensor.

Strain gauge weighing

The weighing module serves the purpose of measuring and processing signals from weight, torque, or force sensors. The weighing module enables the direct connection of a load cell in the strain gauge full bridge circuit (voltage-fed bridge circuit).

TB20 Starterkit

Get to know the decentralized fieldbus I/O system - TB20 - firsthand with this starter kit!

System Modules

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Potential distributor

9x DC 24 V
9x GND
10x AUX
4x DC 24 V + 4x GND
9x Free
4x DC 24 V, Highfeature
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Potential distributor

9x DC 24 V
9x GND
10x AUX
4x DC 24 V + 4x GND
9x Free
4x DC 24 V, Highfeature
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Potential distributors simplify the wiring work and expand the connection options.

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Power and isolation

The 24 V DC, 8 A power and isolation module serves as a power supply module for the power bus’ 24 V DC, GND, and AUX to the right, while segmenting the power bus on the left.

Accessories and Spare Parts

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Spare part –

Standard
Feed / Disconnect Module
Power
Slim
Wide
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Spare part –

Standard
Feed / Disconnect Module
Power
Slim
Wide
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The base modules for the TB20 system are available as spare parts in sets of five.

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Spare part –

The final bus covers for the TB20 system are available as spare parts in sets of five.

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Spare part –

20 pin
10 pin
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Spare part –

20 pin
10 pin
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The 10-terminal front connectors for the TB20 system are available as spare parts in sets of five.

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TB20 label package

Our TB20 label package will enable you to label your modules quickly, accurately, and according to their specific needs.

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TB20 pre-assembled front

20 pin
10 pin
3,2 m
5 m
3 m
2 m
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TB20 pre-assembled front

20 pin
10 pin
3,2 m
5 m
3 m
2 m
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The products of Helmholz GmbH & Co. KG are extremely popular with customers all over the world. That's how it is with this one, thanks to high quality and compliance with technical requirements.

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TB20 Starterkit

Get to know the decentralized fieldbus I/O system - TB20 - firsthand with this starter kit!

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