Description
The Heidenhain IK 340 is a high-performance industrial I/O module designed to facilitate seamless communication within PROFINET IO networks. It serves as a decentralized field device interface, enabling high-speed data exchange, diagnostics, and parameterization between the controller and various industrial components.
Product Parameters
- Part Number: ID.NR. 274873-02
- Model Code: IK 340
- Interface Standard: PROFINET IO (Industrial Ethernet)
- Dimensions: 3.2 cm x 22 cm x 4 cm
- Weight: 1.65 kg
- Country of Origin: USA / Germany
Product Specifications
- Communication: Fast Ethernet physical transmission
- Data Transmission: Supports I/O data, demand data, and IT functions
- Connectivity: Connects decentralized field devices to a central controller
- Diagnostic Features: Integrated system diagnostics and parameterization
- Mounting: Standard industrial cabinet installation

Application Areas
- CNC machine tool communication networks
- Industrial Ethernet-based automation systems
- Decentralized field device management
- High-speed data acquisition in manufacturing
- PROFINET-compliant industrial networking
Product Q&A
Q: What is the primary communication standard used by the IK 340? A: It utilizes PROFINET IO, which is an open Industrial Ethernet standard for high-speed industrial communication.
Q: Can the IK 340 handle diagnostic data? A: Yes, it is designed to transmit diagnostics and parameterization data alongside standard I/O signals.
Q: Is this module compatible with older PROFIBUS systems? A: While it uses a functional model similar to PROFIBUS DP, it requires a Fast Ethernet physical medium for PROFINET integration.
