Norgren NC-ME-4A4B-12DLA IO-Link Master - IP65/IP67
Part Number: NC-ME-4A4B-12DLA
Quick Summary
IO-Link Master NC-ME-4A4B-12DLA bridges IO-Link devices to Profinet and Ethernet/IP for automated manufacturing lines. Many projects suffer from long wiring times and integration hurdles; this master reduces install time with premade cables and plug-and-play connections. It features IP65, IP66 and IP67 ratings, ensuring operation in wet, dusty, and wash-down environments. Designed for NC series components in demanding industrial environments, it supports modular automation and seamless IO-Link integration. The EtherNet/IP interface enables rapid data exchange with PLCs and MES systems, while Ethernet compatibility simplifies configuration and maintenance. With standard cables premade for fast deployment, engineers can mock up a scalable gateway in minutes rather than days.
Product Information
Extended Description
NC-ME-4A4B-12DLA Norgren: IO-Link Master provide a gateway to Profinet and Ethernet/IP | Standard building blocks make system design modular and simple | Installation time is reduced as all cables are premade, plug and socket, making it all plug and play | IO-Link enabled Valve Islands can be connected to a master port on a single standard cable
Certification - IP Rating
IP65, IP66, IP67
Series
NC series
Brand
IMI Norgren
Feature: IO-Link Master bridges IO-Link devices to Profinet and Ethernet/IP. Benefit: Simplifies network topology, reduces wiring complexity, and accelerates commissioning. Application: Multi-axis packaging lines and automated assembly where IO-Link devices need fast PLC integration. Feature: Premade cables and plug-and-play design. Benefit: Cuts on-site installation time and minimizes field errors, delivering consistent performance. Application: Retrofit projects and new line builds where rapid deployment is critical. Feature: IP65/IP66/IP67 protection. Benefit: Ensures reliable operation in wash-down, dusty, and harsh environments, lowering downtime. Application: Food & beverage, automotive, and outdoor automation cells. Feature: EtherNet/IP and Profinet gateway capability. Benefit: Enables seamless integration with existing PLCs and SCADA systems, reducing engineering effort. Application: Modernizing legacy lines without re-wiring entire networks. Feature: Compatibility with IO-Link enabled Valve Islands (NC series). Benefit: Modular, scalable control of valve islands with a single master connection. Application: Valve island networks in pick-and-place and material handling.
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FAQs
Begin with a standard panel mount or din-rail installation and connect premade cables to the master port and valve islands. Use the NC series software to configure Profinet and EtherNet/IP interfaces, then validate IO-Link device communication. The design supports plug-and-play connectivity, reducing field wiring and commissioning time while ensuring robust communication across industrial networks.
Yes. The NC-ME-4A4B-12DLA is engineered to connect IO-Link enabled Valve Islands to a single master port via premade cables, enabling scalable control of NC series valve islands. This simplifies topology, improves fault diagnostics, and supports modular expansion as processes evolve.
The device carries IP65, IP66 and IP67 ratings, offering protection against dust ingress and water jets, with complete wash-down tolerance. This makes it suitable for challenging environments such as packaging lines, automotive assemblies, and process automation where equipment endurances are critical.
By reducing wiring complexity, enabling plug-and-play installation, and consolidating IO-Link communications through a single gateway, maintenance becomes simpler and faster. The gateway design improves diagnostics, lowers installation labor, and supports modular scalability—delivering faster payback on line modernization projects.
CAD resources are available via the PartCommunity CAD link, plus a brochure PDF, datasheet PDF, and a comprehensive NC series software package are provided by Norgren. Access to these downloads supports engineering validation, mounting guidance, and software-based configuration for seamless integration.