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IO-Link Load Cells 101

August 14, 2025

Interface 1200 and Model 1201 Series IO-Link Universal and Compression-Only Load Cells are IO-Link compatible load cells that offer precision force measurements with the benefits of digital communication. They connect directly to an IO-Link Master without requiring any additional electronics. This not only simplifies installation but also ensures a clean, noise-free digital signal. The digital point-to-point connection of IO-Link offers a manufacturer-independent, fieldbus-independent communication technology. IO-Link allows intelligent connection of sensors and actuators to automation systems. The comprehensive, standardized communication with each IO-Link capable sensor enables additional sensor data, transmission of measurement and switching signals without losses, and numerous independent diagnostic functions.

Decoding Sensor and Instrumentation Communication Protocols Webinar Recap

August 28, 2024

Interface's Decoding Sensor and Instrumentation Communication Protocols provide valuable insights into the relationship between measurement technologies and communications. Watch the webinar to learn about components used in different environments to connect sensors and instrumentation to existing networks. The communication protocol used to transmit data from the load cell to the data acquisition system can affect accuracy and precision. Get tips, key considerations, connection examples, and more from this ForceLeaders event.

Decoding Sensor Comm Protocols Recording

Decoding Sensor and Instrumentation Communication Protocols Webinar

August 6, 2024

Interface's recorded webinar, Decoding Sensor and Instrumentation Communication Protocols, is for test and measurement engineers, technicians, and decision-makers who design, implement, or maintain sensor and instrumentation systems. Get tips on making the connection. Discover load cells, instrumentation, communication options, and the advantages and challenges. In this fast-paced technical seminar, we provide best practices, key considerations, applications, and more.

What are IO-Link Load Cells

July 17, 2023

IO-Link can be used with load cells in industrial applications to enable enhanced monitoring, control, and diagnostics. Interface now offers customization of our most popular load cells with IO-Link capabilities. IO-Link is designed to connect and communicate between sensors, actuators, and other industrial devices with a higher-level control system. It operates over a standard three-wire connection, typically using unshielded industrial cables, and supports point-to-point communication.