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Pinebox as MQTT Gateway

The Pinebox enables the direct integration of IO-Link®1 sensors and devices into MQTT2 applications without the need for additional configuration software or complex multi-device setups. Using the integrated MQTT Node-RED nodes, the Pinebox supports both publishing and subscribing to MQTT messages, providing a fast and flexible solution for seamless data exchange. This simplifies the process compared to systems that require external tools or extensive configuration.

Here’s how it works:

Direct Connection

Connect your IO-Link sensors or devices directly to the Pinebox and load the IODD files of the devices onto the Pinebox.

Node-RED-Configuration

Add the automatically generated IO-Link nodes to the Node-RED interface for configuration. Select and configure configure the pre-installed MQTT nodes. You can design your data flows visually – without any external configuration software.

Screenshot Node-RED

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Simple data transfer

Read, process, and send sensor data reliably to MQTT applications.

Thanks to the Node-RED programming environment, you can easily pre-process the data.

Flexibility and efficiency

The Pinebox serves as a single device for gateway functionality, offering flexible configuration options.

You can combine the described functionality with the complete Node-RED-palette including communications like Modbus, databases, messages like emails etc.

The Pinebox streamlines integration, reduces complexity, and provides a scalable solution for connecting IO-Link sensors to your MQTT environments—delivering efficiency like never before!

Combine Pinebox functionality with Node-RED’s full potential

The Pinebox doesn’t just stop at IO-Link sensor integration—it allows you to leverage the complete Node-RED palette of tools and nodes. This means you can seamlessly integrate sensor data into larger IoT workflows, connect to cloud platforms, or create custom dashboards and automations tailored to your specific needs.

Example Applications:

  • Consolidate data from multiple sensors and send it to cloud services like AWS or Azure using MQTT.
  • Visualize real-time sensor metrics with dynamic dashboards.
  • Automate actions like sending alerts based on sensor thresholds or changes in data.

With the Pinebox, you have the flexibility to build scalable and adaptable IoT solutions that go beyond basic integration.

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  1. IO-Link is a registered trademark of the PROFIBUS user organization e.V.: io-link.com, profibus.com
    The Pinebox is compatible with IO-Link devices. It is not a certified IO-Link master. Certification is planned for Q1-Q2/2025 ︎ ︎ ↩︎
  2. MQTT is an open protocol maintained by the Eclipse Foundation ↩︎