The io-key recognizes up to two connected IO-Link sensors and sends their process values automatically via GSM mobile network to the cloud where the data is stored. The user can visualize and analyze the data via a web-based dashboard.

Sensor information can be collected directly and sent to the cloud without requiring any connection to a controller, PC or company network. Apart from voltage supply and GSM network availability, the io-key requires no infrastructure. As all ifm products, the io-key is a sturdy unit and has a high protection rating of IP 65. Hence, it can be used in harsh industrial environments.