PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
BECKHOFF EL1252-0010 - 2-Channel Digital Input EtherCAT Terminal with Timestamp
This EtherCAT Terminal provides two digital input channels, specifically designed for 24 V DC signals, incorporating high-precision timestamp functionality. It enables deterministic capture of event timings with microsecond resolution, critical for synchronized processes, high-speed counting, and precise position detection in industrial automation systems. The module integrates seamlessly into EtherCAT networks, facilitating distributed I/O architectures for applications requiring exact event correlation.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: EtherCAT Terminal (EL series)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Digital Input Terminal
- ELECTRICAL SPECS: 24 V DC nominal input voltage, 2 channels
- INTERFACE/CONTROL: EtherCAT communication via E-bus, 3-wire connection technology
- DATA ACQUISITION: High-precision timestamping for each input event
- TIMESTAMP RESOLUTION: 1 µs (microsecond)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING: IP20 protection rating, DIN rail mountable, optimized for control cabinet installation
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Suited for high-speed event detection, precise position sensing, synchronized motion control, packaging machinery, and press applications