Why should one use IO-Link?

IO-Link is an internationally standardized interface for sensors. The system is used to create more efficient and flexible automation by simplifying installation, maintenance, and communication between sensors and control systems.

One major reason why IO-Link has become so popular is that it is a cost-effective way to collect digital process data from various devices regardless of the manufacturer. IO-Link handles and processes a large amount of live data from each device (such as measurement values, number of operations, temperature) and can monitor the equipment's behavior to predict maintenance needs in advance.
Low installation cost as sensors and cables usually have significantly lower prices compared to, for example, Ethernet-based sensor solutions.