PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
BECKHOFF ELX3158 - 8-Channel Analog Input EtherCAT Terminal, Ex i
The BECKHOFF ELX3158 is an 8-channel intrinsically safe (Ex i) analog input EtherCAT Terminal engineered for high-precision signal acquisition in hazardous industrial environments. It integrates directly into the EtherCAT network, providing real-time data from current and voltage sensors in applications such as chemical processing, oil and gas, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This terminal ensures reliable and safe operation within Zone 0/1/2 and Zone 20/21/22 classified areas.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: ELX Series, EtherCAT Terminal
- COMPONENT TYPE: 8-Channel Analog Input Terminal, Intrinsically Safe (Ex i)
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- INPUT CHANNELS: 8 (differential inputs)
- INPUT SIGNAL TYPE: Current (0/4-20 mA), Voltage (0-10 V, +/-10 V)
- RESOLUTION: 16 bit
- MEASUREMENT PRINCIPLE: Sigma-delta ADC
- POWER SUPPLY: 24 VDC via power contacts, E-bus power
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- FORM FACTOR: Compact EtherCAT Terminal
- DIMENSIONS: 24 mm width
- MOUNTING: 35 mm DIN rail
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL: EtherCAT
- CONFIGURATION: TwinCAT XAE
- PROCESS DATA: Cyclic transfer of measured values
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP20
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0 to +60 °C
- HAZARDOUS AREA CERTIFICATION: ATEX, IECEx (Ex ia IIC T4 Ga/Gb, Ex ia IIIC T135°C Da/Db)
- COOLING: Convection
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- SYSTEM INTEGRATION: BECKHOFF TwinCAT, EtherCAT master systems
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Process automation in hazardous areas (Zone 0, 1, 2 for gas Zone 20, 21, 22 for dust)
- SENSOR COMPATIBILITY: 2-wire, 3-wire, 4-wire intrinsically safe transmitters