FESTO Control Technology and I/O Modules
FESTO controllers, bus and I/O modules from the CPX-E, CPX-P and CTSL series plus pneumatic control components such as pulse generators and step modules.
What is control technology used for?
Control technology is the nerve centre of an automated system. It collects signals from sensors, processes them according to the program and sends commands to valves, drives and motors. FESTO offers both electric and pneumatic solutions for this. This category includes the CPX-E-CEC controller, bus modules such as CPX-E-EC, input modules from the CPX-P and CTSL series, IO-Link master modules and I/O modules. The range also contains pneumatic control components: VLG pulse generators, TAA and TAB step modules and memory modules, allowing sequence control to be implemented purely pneumatically, for example in hazardous areas or on simple fixtures without electrical power.
Selection criteria
- Control type: programmable electric controller or pneumatic sequence control with step modules.
- System platform: CPX-E as a modular control and I/O system, CPX-P for process automation, CTSL for decentralised inputs.
- Communication: fieldbus or Ethernet protocol to suit the higher-level controller, e.g. PROFINET or EtherCAT.
- Number and type of signals: digital or analogue inputs and outputs, IO-Link ports.
- Connection technology: connector type such as M8 or M12.
- Documentation: descriptions and manuals for individual devices are also available.
Control technology at KSK Components
At KSK Components you can order controllers and I/O modules together with FESTO valve terminals, sensors, drives and cables from a single source, simplifying procurement for new machines and spare parts supply for existing ones. Registered business customers see their individual customer group prices after logging in.
Frequently asked questions
What is an IO-Link master module?
It connects IO-Link-capable sensors and actuators to the controller and enables parameterisation and diagnostics via a standardised interface in addition to switching signals.
When does pneumatic control make sense?
When simple sequences are to be controlled without electrical power, for example on fixtures or in areas where electrical components are to be avoided.