With their slim design, Bachmann’s intelligent M100 I/O system modules already save a lot of space. However, the HD (High Density) modules, available from mid-2025, set a new standard in channel density: With up to 1.5 times the number of channels packed into the same space as standard modules, the HD versions simplify the implementation of applications where there is limited space in the control cabinet.
Digital and analog modules
The new DIS136, DOS136 (each with 36 channels, compared with 24 in the standard version), AIO116 (16 channels instead of 12) and UIO108 (8 channels instead of 6) digital and analog I/O modules enable extremely compact I/O configurations. They are specifically designed for applications that need to process a large number of digital or analog I/O signals. Extended climate versions will also be available.The HD modules offer the same intelligent functions of the standard M100 I/O modules - PWM, counters, timestamps, oversampling and direct module-to-module communication.
The condensed modules reduce system costs and help to make manufacturers more competitive: Material and assembly costs can be reduced, and control cabinets can be designed more compactly, which is particularly beneficial in applications with limited space. Reduced heat dissipation protects the hardware inside the cabinet and even extends its life
