Phoenix Contact VIP-2/SC/FLK16 Interface Module

USD 98.50

Enables fast field device termination to 16-position IDC flat ribbon cables. Converts standard 24-12 AWG screw connections with a 60V DC and 1A rating.

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Phoenix Contact VIP-2/SC/FLK16 Interface Module

Model Identifier VIP-2/SC/FLK16
Official Part Number 2315036
GTIN Standard 4046356312066

Technical Overview

The Phoenix Contact 2315036 (Model: VIP-2/SC/FLK16) is a VARIOFACE Professional interface module designed to streamline passive discrete wiring between field devices and motion or process controllers. It features a flat-ribbon cable connector (16-position IDC/FLK pin strip) interfacing with field-level screw connections accommodating 24-12 AWG wiring. Engineered to mount effortlessly on NS 35 DIN rails, it incorporates a sliding metal mounting foot ensuring superior mechanical stability over time. Rated for up to 60 V DC / 25 V AC and carrying a maximum current of 1 A per branch, the module integrates an extended ZB marker channel to maintain highly organized control cabinet layouts.

Key Features

  • VARIOFACE Professional passive interface for streamlined field wiring
  • 16-position IDC/FLK pin strip for flat ribbon cable connection
  • Reliable screw termination accommodating 24-12 AWG field conductors
  • Durable metal mounting foot for secure NS 35 DIN rail installation
  • Integrated ZB marker channel simplifies field I/O point identification
  • UL 508 recognized with a UL 94 V-0 flammability rating for safety

Max. permissible operating voltage 25 V AC / 60 V DC, Max. current 1 A per branch

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Product TypeInterface Module (VARIOFACE Professional)
Number of Positions16
Max. Permissible Operating Voltage25 V AC / 60 V DC
Max. Current Carrying Capacity1 A per branch
Field Level ConnectionScrew connection
Controller Level ConnectionIDC/FLK pin strip
Conductor Cross-Section (AWG)24 ... 12
Controller Pitch2.54 mm
Operating Temperature-20 °C to 50 °C
Mounting TypeDIN rail mounting (NS 35)

Industrial Applications

1. PLC to Field Device Signal Distribution

Consolidates discrete signals from field sensors into a single 16-position ribbon cable, drastically reducing point-to-point wiring complexity inside crowded automation cabinets.

Problem Solved

Minimizes wiring errors and saves valuable DIN rail space by replacing bulky individual terminal blocks with a highly compact transition module.

Discrete WiringPLC InterfaceI/O ConsolidationSignal Routing

2. Robotics Motion Controller Interfacing

Acts as a reliable passive transition point for low-voltage (up to 60V DC, 1A) limit switches and proximity sensors feeding back to a central robotic controller.

Problem Solved

Provides secure, vibration-resistant screw terminations for field wiring while utilizing a fast IDC header for rapid controller integration.

Motion ControlSensor FeedbackVibration ResistanceLow-Voltage Interfacing

3. Control Panel Upgrades and Retrofits

Standardizes custom relay panels by routing inputs/outputs through standard flat-ribbon connectors (2.54 mm pitch), supporting neat integration of modern automation logic.

Problem Solved

Eliminates hand-wiring bottlenecks during system changeovers and leverages integrated ZB marking channels for foolproof maintenance and troubleshooting.

RetrofitPanel BuildingCable ManagementStandardization

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