PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
BECKHOFF EK1101-0008 - EtherCAT Coupler with Integrated Digital Inputs
This EtherCAT Coupler serves as a robust interface between an EtherCAT network and the modular Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal system. It integrates eight 24V DC digital inputs, enabling direct connection of sensors and actuators while providing deterministic, high-speed data exchange for distributed I/O applications. Designed for industrial control systems, it facilitates efficient data acquisition and control in machine automation, process control, and building management.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: EtherCAT Coupler (EKxxxx)
- COMPONENT TYPE: EtherCAT Coupler with Integrated Digital Inputs
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SYSTEM VOLTAGE: 24V DC (-15%/+20%) via power contacts
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 100 mA (typical, without E-bus load)
- INPUT VOLTAGE: 24V DC (for digital inputs)
- INPUT CURRENT: 3 mA (typical, per digital input)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- NETWORK PROTOCOL: EtherCAT
- ETHERCAT INTERFACE: 2 x RJ45 (IN/OUT)
- DATA TRANSFER RATE: 100 Mbit/s (100BASE-TX)
- I/O CHANNELS: 8 x Digital Inputs (24V DC, 3-wire connection)
- E-BUS: Powers connected EtherCAT Terminals
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP20
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0 to +55 °C
- STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -25 to +85 °C
- MOUNTING: 35 mm DIN rail
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal system (ELxxxx)
- APPLICATIONS: Distributed I/O, machine control, process automation, building automation, data acquisition